Via Alta della Verzasca - 2nd stage: Borgna hut-Cornavosa hut

Equipment
Good alpine equipment is necessary. Solid mountain boots and appropriate clothing. Even in summer, sudden weather changes with snowfall below 2000 m are possible. It is also advisable to take a 20 m long rope with a minimum diameter of 8 mm, two to three carabiners, a prusik cord, a sling, and the necessary provisions.

Do not underestimate
- Departure from the huts as early as possible (especially on the second and fourth stages).
- Pay special attention to the weather development to avoid being on a ridge during thunderstorms or fog.
- Do not underestimate difficulties (time loss) that arise in a large group.
- In case of doubt, it is better to refrain or turn back.
- During and after heavy thunderstorms, streams on the huts' approach paths can be impassable due to flooding (generally the situation normalizes after a few hours).

WARNING!

Difficulty level

The SEV (Società Escursionistica Verzaschese) points out that this is an alpine route, not a hiking trail. Good preparation, alpine experience, sure-footedness, and no fear of heights are necessary to safely handle the difficult passages. According to the new hiking trail classification of the SAC (Swiss Alpine Club), the Via Alta is mostly classified as T4 to T6.

T6 – Ridge passages partly very exposed, use of hands for movement (maximum grade II).
T5 – Hike for experienced people with exposed passages.
T4 – Demanding hike.

The Organizzazione Turistica Lago Maggiore e Valli declines any liability and relies on the judgment of each individual.