Nature’s Beauty: Valle Maggia Adventures

I am always amazed by the designs nature can create over time through the sheer power of the elements.

This morning, Hiromi and I set off early to explore Valle Maggia. I wanted to revisit the camping ground where I spent my childhood summers and see the breathtaking Cascata di Foroglio, as well as the quaint town of Cevio.

Unfortunately, we discovered that the Cascata di Foroglio was closed due to heavy flooding that had recently occurred in Valle Maggia. Many roads were inaccessible, and we could only witness the construction efforts underway to rebuild the bridges that had been destroyed.

Despite the aftermath of the floods and landslides, Valle Maggia retained its charm and allure. In fact, Hiromi and I found ourselves captivated by the raw beauty of the landscape.

We caught a glimpse of Cevio from a distance but chose not to venture into the town due to the ongoing construction in the area.

Fortunately, we relished a delightful homemade breakfast by the riverside of the Maggia River. It felt reminiscent of dining by the Itadori River in Gifu Prefecture, but with a cooler breeze.

On our drive back to Locarno, as we continued our journey over the Gotthard Pass toward Suhr, we stumbled upon a hidden gorge in Valle Maggia that we had missed on our way to Cascata di Foroglio. Our curiosity piqued, we parked the car to explore it up close. It was truly a visual spectacle, and I was mesmerized by how nature could carve such a stunning gorge over thousands, if not millions, of years. The gorge, known as Orrido di Ponte Brolla, turned out to be the highlight of our visit to Valle Maggia. It offered a distinctly different experience of Switzerland, shedding the classic Heidi scenery for something more raw and untouched.

Check out these pictures!