Long stage but mainly downhill, towards the shores of the largest Italian lake.
Route between the Ledro Valley and Garda offering numerous panoramic views especially in the first part which goes through the Great War trenches.
The descent develops in the woods along a comfortable forest road.
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From Bocca Dromaè opens a wonderful panorama over Lake Ledro
Safety Tips
Choose routes according to your physical and technical capacities, gathering information about the area to be visited, the usability of the trails and equipping yourself with appropriate trekking maps.
Provide clothing and equipment appropriate to the effort and duration of the hike and carry in the backpack what is needed for possible emergency situations and a first aid kit.
It is advisable not to undertake a mountain hike alone. In any case, let someone know the route you plan to take, informing them of your return.
Check weather forecasts and constantly observe the development of the weather.
When in doubt, turn back. Sometimes it is better to give up rather than find yourself in trouble due to bad weather or having attempted difficulty levels beyond your strength, skills, or equipment.
Avoid unnecessarily leaving the trail and taking shortcuts.
All the listed routes develop in a natural environment. Traveling them means accepting the risk of practicing a sport in nature.
The information contained in this sheet is subject to inevitable changes, thus no indication has absolute value. It is not possible to avoid inaccuracies, given the rapidity of environmental or weather changes that may occur. In this sense, we decline all responsibility for any changes experienced by the user. It is recommended, in any case, to check, before undertaking a hike, the condition of the places and the environmental or weather conditions.
Having left the Pernici refuge, we proceed on the easy trail 413, along a contour path, towards Bocca di Savàl. The pass hosts some war ruins and a hut; from there, if desired, Malga Saval can be reached in a few minutes.
We continue along the contour path, slowly losing altitude. At Bocca Dromaè, a panoramic point overlooking Lake Ledro, the trail continues towards Giumella where from a mule track we proceed on a comfortable forest road which, with a long descent, via wide hairpin bends brings us in sight of the small village of Campi. Arriving at the San Rocco hamlet, water refills are possible; then we continue on a paved lane (it is not uncommon to meet cyclists here) in constant descent which offers beautiful views of Arco and the cliffs surrounding the northern end of Lake Garda.
Finally, we also glimpse the lake itself and the town of Riva del Garda. The final portion of the descent takes place on steeper hairpins but flows quickly.
The main centers of Garda Trentino - Riva del Garda, Arco, Torbole sul Garda, Nago - are connected by several urban and suburban bus lines, which allow access to the start points of the routes.
Riva del Garda and Torbole sul Garda can also be reached by the public navigation service.
Parking at Malga Trat
Mountain hikes require specific clothing and equipment. Even on relatively short and easy outings, it is always better to be well equipped to avoid unpleasant surprises and to face unexpected events such as, for example, a sudden storm or a downturn in energy.
What to bring for a mountain trekking?
In your backpack (for a day hike usually a 25/30L recommended) you should bring:
Wear footwear suitable for the route and the season. The trail surface can be uneven or rough and a pair of hiking boots will protect you from sprains. A grassy slope, a rock slab, or a steep trail, if wet, can become dangerous without proper footwear.
Finally... don't forget the camera! It will serve to capture the hike and the countless breathtaking views that Garda Trentino hides around every corner. If you want to share your memories with us, you can use the hashtag #GardaTrentino
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