Campiroi was originally a “Maiensäss” (mountain) in the municipality of Calonico. The cottage (on the left in the photo) was renovated in 2018 and is located in a quiet and sunny position at the edge of the forest, in the middle of a cantonal nature reserve (wetland) surrounded by trees and meadows. With a bit of luck, at dusk or early in the morning, deers or roe deers can be spotted. Between August and September, mushrooms can be picked not far from the cottage!
There are several hiking trails that you can take. For example, the path of the "Strada Alta" Airolo-Biasca, which passes only 50 m from the Rustico, or it is possible to go for a hike in the Blenio valley through the "Bassa di Nara" pass at 2,122 m above sea level. The panoramic view of the mountains, the valley and the landscape is wonderful and unique.
The nearest grocery shops are either in Calonico (a very small shop "Da Paolina", 3 km, 5 minutes by car, which is only open on certain days and times) or in Faido, 14 km from the Rustico (22 minutes by car). A delicious pizza (and more dishes) can be enjoyed in Anzonico (4 km, 9 min by car). More restaurants can be found in Faido.
ON THE ROAD IN CAMPIROI AND SURROUNDINGS
Wild animals
Many species of wild animals have settled in the protected wetland. Nearby you can spot deers , roe deers and hares. In the image above you can see some deers that were filmed with a termal imaging camera in Campiroi.
Paths
Campiroi is on the route of the "Strada Alta" that leads from Airolo to Biasca. There are also hiking trails (not shown in the picture but signposted) that make beautiful walks possible.
Mushrooms
Between August and September, various species of mushrooms grow near the Rustico: Boletus Edulis, Boletus Erythropus, Amanita Rubescens, Macrolepiota Procera, Hydnum Repandum, Catharellus Cibarius and many others.
... and beautiful landscapes
