Maggia Valley by Can-Am Ryker: tour from Locarno
Time for Your Adventure
3, 5 or 9 Hours
The Maggia Valley begins just a short ride from Locarno. Ride a Can-Am Ryker from Roadster4rent along the Maggia River through Ticino’s mountain landscape and discover one of its most impressive side valleys: the Bavona Valley. Stone villages, waterfalls and the ride all the way to San Carlo make this tour a truly special excursion.
Through the Maggia Valley to the Bavona Valley
From Locarno, the route takes you via Ponte Brolla and Cevio to Bignasco. There, you turn into the Bavona Valley. The road continues deeper into the valley between steep rock faces and small settlements. Take your time and stop along the way wherever a designated parking area invites you to take a break.
Foroglio and Its Waterfall
The best-known destination in the Bavona Valley is Foroglio. Behind the traditional stone houses, the Cascata di Foroglio plunges more than 100 metres into the valley. Park your Ryker and explore the village and waterfall on foot. The combination of rugged rocks, cascading water and traditional Ticinese architecture makes Foroglio a highlight of any tour through the Maggia Valley.
Continue to San Carlo
After Foroglio, it is worth continuing to San Carlo at the end of the valley road. Along the way, the Bavona Valley reveals itself from a new perspective at every turn. For the return journey to Locarno, follow the same route back through the valley and the Maggia Valley.
A Valley Shaped by the Storm
The severe storm of June 2024 claimed lives in the Bavona Valley and caused extensive damage to settlements, roads and the surrounding landscape. Particularly around Fontana, the impact and ongoing reconstruction efforts have become part of the valley’s story. Today, visitors are entering a place where local residents have lost much and are working hard to rebuild and preserve its future. The road has reopened to visitors; nevertheless, check the latest traffic and weather information before your journey.
Booking Tool & Benefits
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in a CAN-AM Ryker!
Your benefits at Roadster4rent.ch in the Maggia Valley:
- Exclusive driving experience: ride the luxurious CAN-AM Ryker through one of the most beautiful regions of Switzerland.
- Adventure and relaxation: Discover mountain villages, take a swim in the Maggia River or enjoy a typical Ticinese lunch.
- Adrenaline and relaxation: Combine the thrill of the ride with breathtaking scenery and cultural highlights.
- Flexible booking: Book easily and conveniently online.
Ready to explore the Maggia Valley?
Rent your Can-Am Ryker in Locarno and discover the Maggia Valley, the Foroglio Waterfall and the Bavona Valley all the way to San Carlo, with plenty of time to take in the landscape and explore the places along the route.