Monte Brè
Monte Brè (925 m) is a small mountain east of Lugano on the flank of Monte Boglia (1,516 m) with a view of the bay of Lugano and the Pennine Alps and the Bernese Alps. It is considered one of the sunniest points in Switzerland.
| Monte Brè | |
|---|---|
View of Monte Brè with Lake Lugano and the village of Brè (right). | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 925 m (3,035 ft) |
| Prominence | 135 m (443 ft) |
| Isolation | 1.5 km (0.93 mi) |
| Coordinates | 46°0′30.81″N 8°59′11.3″E |
| Geography | |
Monte Brè Location in Switzerland | |
| Location | Ticino, Switzerland |
| Parent range | Lugano Prealps |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Hike or ride Monte Brè funicular |
Since 1912, the Monte Brè funicular has led from Lugano Cassarate to Monte Brè.
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