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Hiking trail - The "Trodo dei fiori"

Mountain Hiking
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Duration 2.1 h

Distance 6.0 km

Ascend 412 hm

Descent 408 hm

Max. height 2031 m

Hiking trail - The "Trodo dei fiori" - Description

 A flower paradise! During the summer, you can admire more than 300 species of flowers and an unforgettable view on the Dolomites and the Lagorai mountain chain.
The "Trodo dei fiori" (flower path) is a path of remarkable botanic – as well as landscape, geological and historic – importance, around the Brocon Pass (1616 a.s.l.). the path has a surprisingly diverse flora and it is still possible to spot traces of World War I along the way.Thanks to its geographic position, the “Trodo dei fiori” works a unique belvedere on the underlying valley.
The best period to walk is during the month of July, when all the flowers are in full bloom; some species blossom early (or late) and can therefore be seen in their best form even at the end of June or during August.

Directions

  • Start

    Passo Brocon

    Difficulty E: escursionistic path
     
    Departing from Passo Brocon the route initially follows an old World War mule trail, winding up a sunny slope through meadows and pastures. The fairly easy path is enriched by the alpine flowers, their vivid colours against the bright green grass.
    Higher up the path becomes less steep following a rocky crest which houses a WWI trench. Flora of all types grows in profusion, even rare varieties, sprouting from the cracks in the rocks.
    The return route continues along the mule path, giving the opportunity to see both the meadow and the rock flowers growing close together.

  • end point

    Passo Brocon

required equipment

Sportswear for mountain excursions (hiking boots and raincoat).

Tips for the tour

Flowers are protected by the law: flower lovers admire flowers but don't pick them up: they leave them for others to enjoy them.

Difficulty

  • Difficulty

    Medium

  • Fitness

  • Technique

  • Experience

  • Landscape

Recommended season

  • Jan.
  • Feb.
  • Mar.
  • Apr.
  • May
  • Jun.
  • Jul.
  • Aug.
  • Sep.
  • Oct.
  • Nov.
  • Dec.

Directions

self-arranged arrival
From Trento take the SS47 Strada della Valsugana, direction Padova. Exit in Strigno and follow indication to Castello Tesino and then Passo Brocon. If comingfrom the Primiero valley,  follow the road of the "Valle del Vanoi" to the Passo Brocon.
Brocon Pass Parking

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