Sunset on Monte Boglia - 27 July 2026

• Activity: Trekking
• Date: 27 July 2026 / 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 scenic Monte Boglia.

The activity is led by sports instructor Fabia Martinelli.

Route

We will depart by minibus from the East Campus Courtyard and reach Brè village.
We will then follow the trail towards Monte Boglia. The ascent will take approximately 2 hours, with an elevation gain of 716 metres. At the top of Monte Boglia, we will watch the sunset and, once the sun has set, we will follow the same route back to Lugano. 
We will complete the descent at night using headlamps.

Level

The panoramic route is of medium difficulty and requires good physical fitness. It is important to assess your participation according to the physical effort and commitment required. In case of doubt and/or questions, please contact sport@usi.ch.

When

The meeting point is set for Monday, 27 July at 17:30 in Brè Paese.

Equipment

• Comfortable hiking shoes with good grip (no tennis shoes or sneakers);
• Bring an ergonomic backpack (20-30 litres) to carry clothing, packed dinner and supplements;
• Layered clothing with good breathability for the ascent;
• Wind stopper and warm clothing for the descent;
• A rain cape in case of rain;
• Headlamp (to be used after sunset). If needed, one will be provided by the Sports Service;
• Trekking poles, if desired

Dinner

• Bring energy snacks and an isotonic drink or water bottle.
• Dinner is not included. Each participant is responsible for bringing their own packed dinner (please consider the space available in your personal backpack).

Cost

• USI/SUPSI students: 5 CHF
• USI/SUPSI staff: 10 CHF*
• Family members: 10 CHF

Transport to/from Campus Est must be organised individually. We recommend taking TPL bus line 12 at 16:45, departing from Lugano Centro, and returning with line 12 at 22:45.

Participation

The activity will take place only if at least 3 participants are registered, with a maximum of 10 people. In case of adverse weather conditions, the event will be cancelled and all participants will receive a full refund.

Refund conditions

• 100% refund upon presentation of a medical certificate
• 80% refund by 15 July 
• 50% refund by 20 July
• No refund less than one week before the event, as in the case of no-show

To proceed with a refund request, please contact the Sport Service by email, indicating the event and the reason for cancellation. The refund conditions will be applied according to the date of the request.

Registration and payment

To proceed with the purchase, please contact us by email, by phone, or visit the Sports Service front desk (Mon-Fri, 09:00-12:30).

Contact us by phone

Please note that the number of participants is limited and registrations/payments will be considered in order of arrival. It is not possible to reserve places in advance without completing the payment.
By proceeding with the purchase, the user accepts the Sports Service instructions and code of conduct, available in the "Attachments" section.

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