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From Lake Tenno to San Martino archeological site in Campi

Riva del Garda, Tenno

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Intermediate
Duration
1:00
Duration in hours
Distance
6
Distance in km
Status
open
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This short itinerary, all uphill, brings you to the hamlet of Campi, little known because it is hidden in a mountain valley, and then on to the San Martino archeological site.

This route starts at Lake Tenno and winds up the slopes on the western side of Garda Trentino where the mountains plunge sheer into the lake.

The itinerary follows provincial road 37 which leads from the junction at the car park by the lake as far as Campi and the San Martino archeological site above. This is a little known area in Garda Trentino but well worth the visit.

The road winds among chestnut woods and climbs towards Campi, a little hamlet of Riva del Garda nestled in a green dale among the mountains. This small village has retained its rural character thanks to the traditional stone houses with their wooden floors.  The arrival point is the San Martino archeological site, one of the most important in the area, at about 800 metres above sea level. From here you have a marvellous view of the Tenno area.

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  • Shortly after the start of the route, on the right, you will come across a car park and picnic area. Nearby there is a spring called "Acqua dei Malai", meaning “Water of the Sick”: this spring was once considered to have miraculous properties (it could heal the sick) and it was a local custom to come and fill bottles to keep in the house. We have no idea if it really has these powers, but we do advise you to fill your water bottle before you start the uphill climb to Campi.
  • The tour ends at the archeological site San Martino, one of the most important of Garda Trentino. A path through the woods, where you will come across strange figures sculpted in wood, takes you to the higher area of the site. Here excavations uncovered a place of worship dating back to Pre-Roman times (3rd- 1st century B.C.) which in the middle of the first century B.C. was converted into a Roman sanctuary (1st century B.C. - 4th century A.D.), with the addition of a monumental staircase which can still be used today. This building, perched at the edge of the cliff, offers a breathtaking view over the towns beneath. Another few minutes and you come to the ruins of a village abandoned due to fire in the 8th century A.D. Here you can just make out the ruins of a little church dedicated to San Martino (8th -18th century A.D.)

 

You’ve already picked your cycling route—now all you need is the right support. Discover all the Bike Specialists in Garda Trentino: rentals, repair shops, and dedicated bike stores are ready to welcome you right here. 

Route info
Intermediate
Route number
Distance
6,0 km
Duration
1 h 00 min
Altitude difference (+)
310 m
Altitude difference (-)
55 m
Technical skills
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
856 m
Lowest point
547 m
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Don't forget your camera. You will have plenty of photo opportunities of picturesque views along the way.

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