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  3. From Malga Campo to Rifugio Altissimo above Lake Garda

From Malga Campo to Rifugio Altissimo above Lake Garda

Mountain Hiking
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Duration 3.6 h

Distance 9.4 km

Ascend 508 hm

Descent 508 hm

Max. height 2051 m

From Malga Campo to Rifugio Altissimo above Lake Garda - Description

The mountain hut Rifugio Damiano Chiesa on Monte Altissimo is one of the most popular destinations with hikers in Garda Trentino. This is a variation on the usual route for you to try
This hike gives you the chance to explore the face of Monte Baldo where the hut Rifugio Damiano Chiesa is situated. The area is extremely popular with hikers who can enjoy the local flora, spectacular panoramas and finally wind up with some hearty local food when they get to the hut.
This trek is through the Monte Baldo Local Nature Reserve, a protected area notable for its exceptional biodiversity. Monte Baldo has been renowned for its extraordinary variety of plants and flowers since the 15th century when it was known as the “Garden of Europe”
All around the mountain hut Rifugio Damiano Chiesa there are still remains of tunnels and trenches dating back to the Great War. This outpost was taken by the Italian army without any bloodshed in the early stages of the war and became the front line of the Italian Front and an important observation point over the Alto Garda area

Directions

  • Start

    Cark park next to alpine hut Graziani

    From the car park at the mountain hut Rifugio Graziani take the trail SAT 650 in the direction of Malga Campo. Shortly before the pasture, turn left onto SAT 622 as far as Bocca Paltrane. Here the trail starts to climb again until it joins SAT 601 which leads up along the ridge to the mountain hut Rifugio D. Chiesa. For the descent, follow SAT 633 back to where you started from. 

  • end point

    Cark park next to alpine hut Graziani

required equipment

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.

Tips for the tour

Do not miss the occasion to taste the typical food of the Rifugio D. Chiesa on the top of Monte Altissimo   

Difficulty

  • Difficulty

    Medium

  • Fitness

  • Technique

  • Experience

  • Landscape

Recommended season

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Directions

self-arranged arrival
From Mori follow directions for Brentonico, then San Giacomo and San Valentino. From there, take the main road in the direction of Monte Baldo/Rifugio Graziani
Free car parking near Rifugio Graziani

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