Lago di Buseno and Torre di Santa Maria in Calanca – loop tour

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Lago di Buseno and Torre di Santa Maria in Calanca – loop tour

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Lago di Buseno and Torre di Santa Maria in Calanca – loop tour

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15.5km

740m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 13, 2024

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4.64 km

Santa Maria in Calanca Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

The tower was build during 14 century. The lower floor was used as a cistern and the two upper floors were equipped with fireplace heating, rooms and latrine. The building was surmounted by a defensive platform.

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8.41 km

Lago di Buseno and Dam

Highlight • Lake

The Buseno lake is an artificial lake created by the dam on the Calancasca stream.

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9.46 km

Church of Saints Peter and Anthony Abbot, Buseno

Highlight • Religious Site

Small town above the lake of the same name, built on a terrace above the Calancasca river. In the village there are still some typical wooden and stone houses, as well as the church of SS. Peter and Anthony Abbot.

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13.4 km

Ruins of the Old Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

Between terraces and chestnut trees lie the ruins of an old mill complex. Grain from the valley was once processed here – today the stone remains tell of hard work and the lives of past generations.

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