Sunset on Monte Boglia
- Activity: Trekking
- Date: 24 June 2025 / 17:00 - 22:00
- Location: Fuori sede
- Address: Lugano
- Course language:
- Italiano
- English
An evening hike of medium difficulty, lasting approximately 4.5 hours, to enjoy the sunset over Lugano from the impressive Mount Boglia.
The outing is led by University Sports instructor Alessio Manfrè.
Route
By van, we will leave from the East Campus Court and reach Brè village.
We will then follow the path towards Monte Boglia and the ascent will take about 2 hours with an altitude difference of 716 metres. At the top of Monte Boglia we will observe the sunset and once the sun goes down, we will take the path back to Lugano.
We will face the descent at night with headlamps.
Level
The scenic route is of medium difficulty and requires good physical preparation. It is important to consider your presence according to the physical effort and commitment required. In case of doubt and/or questions, please contact sport@usi.ch.
When
The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday 24 June at 17:00 in front of the Sport Service desk, located at the Campus Est in Viganello, via La Santa 1 (sector D - Office D0.07).
Equipment
- Comfortable walking shoes (no tennis shoes or trainers);
- Carry an ergonomic rucksack (20-30 litres) to store clothing, packed dinner and supplements;
- Dress in layers with good ventilation for the ascent;
- Wind stoppers and warm clothing for the descent;
- A rain cape in case of rain;
- Headlamp (to be used after sunset). In case of need, it is provided by the Sport Service;
- Hiking sticks (can be provided by the Sport Service on advance request).
Dinner
- Bring energy snacks and an isotonic drink or water bottle.
- Dinner is not included, each participant must organise his or her own packed dinner (space in personal backpack to be considered)
Price
- USI/SUPSI students: 10 CHF*
- USI/SUPSI collaborators: 15 CHF*
- Family members: 20 CHF
*free for ‘Classes&Games’ subscription holders.
Transport to/from Campus East is included in the price.
Participation
The activity will only be held if there are at least 6 participants, with a maximum of 15 people. In case of adverse weather conditions, the event will be cancelled and all participants will receive a full refund.
Refund Conditions
- Reimbursement of 100% upon presentation of a medical certificate
- 80% reimbursement by 12 June
- 50% refund by 16 June
No reimbursement less than one week after the event, as for non-attendance
To proceed with your claim, please contact the Sport Service by email stating the event and the reason for the cancellation. Refund conditions will be applied according to the date of the request.
Registration and payment
To proceed with the purchase you must contact us via email or by telephone.
Please note that the number of participants is limited and the order in which registrations/payments are received will be taken into account. It is not possible to reserve places in advance without making payment.
By proceeding with the purchase, you accept the instructions and rules of conduct of the Sport Service, available in the ‘Appendices’ section.