Riva Rooms & Studios

Boccia al Bosco - Verzasca Valley

Explore Boccia al Bosco in the breathtaking Verzasca Valley, where two innovative trails await between Brione Verzasca and Lavertezzo and Gerra Verzasca and Sonogno. With a 'boccia' ball in hand, enjoy walking, climbing, and playing amidst lush greenery and crystal-clear river waters. Ingenious pulley systems, zip lines, and catapults take your boccia ball on exciting, new paths. With 23 play stations across the trails, it’s a full day of fun where nature and adventure meet!

• Cost: CHF 9 per boccia ball.




• Trail length: Various, with play stations spread along normal hiking trails across the valley.




• Total activity time: About 4-5 hours, depending on the pace and number of stations you visit.




• Best season: The trail is open year-round, but boccia balls are only sold from mid-March to mid-November.

Step-by-step activity:

Departure from the Hotel

From Riva Rooms & Studios, walk to the Minusio train station. From there, take a train to Tenero.

Train to Tenero

The train to Tenero takes just 2 minutes.

Bus to Verzasca Valley

From Tenero, take bus 321. You can stop at multiple locations, such as Brione Verzasca or Sonogno, to start the trail.

Start the Boccia Trail

Purchase your boccia ball at vending machines or various other selling points across the valley. Begin your adventure at one of the play stations where you can enjoy challenges such as zip lines and catapults.

Enjoy the Game

Your boccia ball will be used on innovative systems that allow it to climb, zip, and roll across different terrains. The 23 stations are spread across two trails and are suitable for all ages (under adult supervision).

Return to the Hotel

Once you finish your trail, take bus 321 back to Tenero and from there the train back to the hotel.

Relevant Contacts:

For more information about Boccia al Bosco, visit their website or contact them:

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