From Nago to the summit of Monte Altissimo • Garda Trentino

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From Nago to the summit of Monte Altissimo

Garda Trentino

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Difficulty

Intermediate

Activity time

2:33

Duration in hours

Distance

4.3

Distance in km

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Monte Altissimo is one of the most popular destinations with hikers in Garda Trentino who are drawn by its wonderful lake views which change with every bend along the trail.

This trail is a section of the Peace Trail or Sentiero della Pace in Trentino, a long-distance trail which touches on points of major interest on what was the Front during the Great War. All the mountainside above Nago bears traces of the Austro-Hungarian defences, tunnels and barricades which recall the distant days of the First World War.

This trek runs through the Monte Baldo Local Nature Reserve, a protected area notable for its exceptional biodiversity. Monte Baldo has been renowned since the 15th century for its extraordinary variety of plants and flowers and known as the “Garden of Europe”.

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The hut Damiano Chiesa - Altissimo

Foto LaValeBellotti, Garda Trentino

Typical dish at the hut Damiano Chiesa

R. Vuilleumier (APT Garda Trentino), Garda Trentino

The path to Monte Altissimo

LaValeBellotti, Garda Trentino

View on southern Lake Garda from Monte Altissimo

Foto LaValeBellotti, Garda Trentino

Ioana Luisa Florea, Community

View from Monte Altissimo

Archivio APT Garda Trentino, Garda Trentino

Ascent to Monte Altissimo

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Further information and useful links

The Monte Baldo Local Nature Reserve has many hiking trails with panels providing information about the particular features of this fascinating reserve. A list can be found on the website of the reserve (English version coming soon).
For more information on routes and hike services, guides, shops and hiking friendly accommodation: all about trekking in Garda Trentino- Tel. +39 0464 554444

Route info

Intermediate

Distance

4,3 km

Activity time

2 h 33 min

Ascent

752 m

Descent

7 m

Technical skills

Physical effort

Scenary

Highest point

2.060 m

Lowest point

1.309 m

Suggestions

Don't miss the chance to try some of the typical dishes from the Trentino cuisine at hut Damiano Chiesa!

Safety guidelines

The information on this chart is subject to inevitable variations, so this means that none of the indications are absolute. It is not entirely possible to avoid giving inexact or imprecise information, given how quickly environmental and weather conditions can change. For this reason we decline any responsibility for changes which the user may encounter. In any case, the hiker is advised to check the conditions of the places, environment and weather before setting out.

Punto di partenza

Prati di Nago - Nago

Directions

Start out from Prati di Nago (1560 m) where you turn onto the trail SAT 601. This leads first to Monte Varagna and then, by the north ridge, to the summit of Monte Altissimo and the mountain hut Rifugio Damiano Chiesa. You come back down the same way.

How to get there

Take the main road strada statale 240 to Nago and then follow directions for Monte Baldo. A steep tarmac road takes you up the mountainside till you come to a barrier and the start of the trail SAT 601 (about 14 km from Nago).

Where to park

Free car parking at the start of the trail.

The trail presents no particular difficulties but make sure to take clothing suited to the high altitude (the summit is 2079 metres a.s.l.)

You need to be wearing the right clothing and take the proper gear when you go hiking in the mountains. Even on relatively short easy outings make sure to take all you need so you don't run into trouble if things take an unexpected turn, for example a storm blows up or you have a sudden drop in energy levels.

What should you take when you go on a hike?

What you should have in your rucksack (for a day trip a 25/30L capacity should do):

water canteen (1L)
snacks (e.g. mixed dried fruit or chocolate)
First aid kit
windproof jacket
fleece
change of t-shirt and socks (in a plastic bag)
make sure to wear or at least bring a pair of long trousers
hat
sun screen
sunglasses
gloves
whistle to attract attention in an emergency

Emergency telephone number: 112

Make sure you're wearing the right footwear for the trail and season. The going can get rough and rocky underfoot and a pair of hiking boots will protect you from sprains. When wet, a grassy slope, rocky slab or steep trail can be dangerous unless you are wearing the proper footwear.

And finally...
... don't forget to bring your camera! You'll need it to capture the stunning views you come across all over Garda Trentino. And if you like, you can share your memories with us at #GardaTrentino.