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The Great War: along the Segrom ridge up to Malga Zures

Torbole sul Garda - Nago

Category
Difficulty
Intermediate
Duration
2:30
Duration in hours
Distance
5.1
Distance in km
WSEN
Suggested period
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A hike along the Austro-Hungarian defensive line, the imposing fortifications built around the turn of the century to defend the southern border

There is no doubt about the strategic importance of Garda Trentino for the Austro-Hungarian Empire given the number and size of the fortifications above the shores of Lake Garda and that Segrom is part of it. Barracks, trenches, tunnels and artillery positions testify to the complexity of this system and constitute a unique historical background for a hike. 

Here the path largely coincides with a military road built by the Austro-Hungarian army starting in 1880, when work began to strengthen defenses along the Italian border. The fortifications along the Segrom ridge date back to the same period and are connected by trenches with the fortress of Malga Zures, a considerable line of resistance in case of loss of the forward position. 

Further information and useful links

For more information on routes, services (guides, refuges, shops etc.) and accommodations suitable for hikers: Garda Trentino - +39 0464 554444

details
  • Scenic
  • Round trip
  • Cultural/historical interest
Route info
Intermediate
Route number
Distance
5,1 km
Duration
2 h 30 min
Altitude difference (+)
451 m
Altitude difference (-)
451 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
698 m
Lowest point
246 m
Suggestions

The first part follows the Peace Path, a long-distance route that connects the most important places of the front lines during the Great War in Trentino.

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