Safety Tips

1. Choose routes according to your physical and technical skills, by researching the area to be visited, the usability of the trails, and by equipping yourself with an adequate hiking map.
2. Provide clothing and equipment suitable for the commitment and length of the hike and carry in your backpack the necessary items for emergency situations and a first aid kit.
3. It is advisable not to undertake a mountain hike alone. In any case, tell someone the route you plan to take, informing them of your return.
4. Check the weather forecast and constantly observe the weather development.
5. If in doubt, turn back. Sometimes it is better to give up rather than find yourself in difficulty due to bad weather or for having attempted difficulties above your abilities, skills, or equipment.
6. Avoid unnecessarily leaving the trail and taking shortcuts.
7. All the routes listed develop in a natural environment. Walking them means accepting the risk of practicing a sport in nature.

The information contained in this sheet is subject to unavoidable changes, so no indication has absolute value. It is impossible to completely avoid inaccuracies or imprecisions, considering the rapidity of environmental or weather changes that may occur. In this sense, we disclaim any responsibility for changes experienced by the user. It is recommended, however, to check the condition of the places and environmental or weather conditions before undertaking a hike.

Difficulty: E (hiking)

The route starts from the Deggia area, near the church. Take the small road on the right and follow the signs for the SAT path “San Vili” 613 towards Ranzo.
You reach the village of Ranzo; after reaching the upper part of the settlement, continue along the road towards the locality “Bael”, first flat then climbing until you reach a wooded area of pines and larches. At the intersection with the forest road, keep left and with various ups and downs first reach Località Bael, once frequented and used for grazing and hay cutting, with its characteristic “mountain houses” which were used to shelter livestock in spring and autumn, now partly renovated for residential use. Then to Località Argiè and Località Pezol (characterized by meadows and houses) up to Località Doss della Croce. Here, to return to Deggia, follow path 613 on the left which descends to the Santuario della Madonna di Deggia, a frequented place of worship dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary of Caravaggio and the starting point.

The nearest stop to the route is San Lorenzo in Banale (about 5 km). Suburban line 208 (Ponte Arche - San Lorenzo in Banale - Molveno). 

Updated information on schedules and routes on the Trentino Trasporti website. 

From Ponte Arche/Comano Terme follow the road towards S. Lorenzo in Banale. From here you reach the hamlet of Moline which you pass to climb towards Deggia along a characteristic cobbled road. Upon reaching the fountain, where the road turns sharply left, turn right to park near the shrine (10 km).

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Free parking along the road to the hamlet of Moline/Deggia. 

Mountain hikes require specific clothing and equipment. Even for relatively short and easy outings, it is always better to be well equipped to avoid unpleasant surprises and to face unforeseen events such as a sudden storm or loss of energy.

What to bring for a mountain trek?

In the backpack (for a day hike a 25/30L pack is usually recommended) it is good to bring:

• water bottle (1L)
• snack (e.g., dried fruit or chocolate)
• first aid kit
• windbreaker jacket
• fleece sweater
• spare t-shirt and socks (preferably sealed in a plastic bag)
• worn or at least bring a pair of long pants in the backpack
• cap
• sunscreen
• sunglasses
• gloves
• whistle to be found in case of emergency

Wear footwear suitable for the route and season. The trail surface can be uneven or rough and a pair of 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 be useful 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

The emergency number is 112.