Val Colla Tour
- Activity: E-M'Bike
- Date: 22 July 2025 / 08:30 - 18:00
- Location: Fuori sede
- Address: Lugano
- Course language:
- Italiano
- English
A 6-7 hour outing to explore the Val Colla, intended for participants with a good technical level and good physical condition.
The outing is led by University Sport mountain bike instructor Alessio Manfrè.
Route
In the attached pictures you will find directions on the routes that will be traveled. Most of the route will be traveled on mountain bike trails as in the pictures above. During the ride, participants will be assisted by instructors from the Sport Service so that they can ride all the routes in complete safety.
Route: Campus est, Villa Luganese, Capanna Pairolo, Monte Cucco, Passo San Lucio, Alpe di Pietra Rossa, Capanna Monte Bar, Motto della Croce, Gola di Lago, Monte Bigorio, Tesserete, Lugano
The full route can be viewed at the following link: https://s.geo.admin.ch/a21b4668fd
Level
The trip is intended for participants with a good technical level. This means knowing how to properly use gears and engine power, having practice climbing and descending on steep dirt roads as well as on trails of medium difficulty (see pictures).
The route requires good physical preparation as an effort of about 6-7 hours is expected. It is important to consider one's attendance according to the physical effort and commitment required. In case of doubt and/or questions contact sport@usi.ch.
Participation will only be confirmed after contacting Alessio Manfrè, by phone or by email.
When
The meeting is set for Tuesday, July 22 at 8:30 a.m. in front of the Sports Service desk, located at the East Campus in Viganello, Via La Santa 1 (Sector D - Office D0.07).
Equipment
Participants should come in sportswear suitable for the activity.
We recommend bringing:
- comfortable clothing, preferably layered (long and short pants in backpack - sweatshirt and jacket);
- comfortable sneakers/trekking shoes;
- small hiking backpack;
- lunch snack, energy snacks and an isotonic drink or water (at least 1 liter);
- headlamp (can be provided by the Sports Service upon advance request).
The bicycle (E-M'bike) and helmet are provided by the Sport Service.
Price
- USI/SUPSI students: 40 CHF*.
- USI/SUPSI staff: 60 CHF*
- Family members: 80 CHF
*Users holding a “Classes & Games” subscription get a 50% reduction
Partecipation
The activity will be held only if at least 3 participants are reached, with a maximum of 5 people. In case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled and all participants will receive a full refund.
Refund conditions
- Reimbursement of 100% upon presentation of a medical certificate
- Reimbursement of 80% by July 13
- 50% refund by July 16
No reimbursement less than one week after event, same as for non-attendance
To proceed with a refund request, contact Sport Service by email stating the event and reason for cancellation. Based on the date of the request, refund conditions will be applied.
Registrations and payment
To proceed with the purchase, you must contact us by email or phone.
Please be aware that the number of participants is limited and the order of entry of registrations/payment will be taken into account. It is not possible to reserve seats in advance without making payment.
By proceeding with the purchase, you agree to the instructions and rules of conduct of the Sports Service, available in the “Attachments” section.