1 SENTIERO “DEI SIORI”
2 MALGA RITORTO
Panorama
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Access From Madonna di Campiglio go towards the right side of the valley, turning into Via Adamello at the chemist’s shop. Route From the centre of the town - 1515 m follow Via Adamello heading south to the end of the street and take the path leaving from the end of the car park (15 minutes). The first part, after crossing a small bridge, is wide and flat. Go straight on, past the first junction (towards the right - route 2) and after about a hundred metres you arrive at a second junction (15 minutes). Bear right uphill and go on climbing gradually until reaching and passing the bridge over the Colarin stream - 1550 m. From the bridge continue over flat ground to reach the Panorama area (15 minutes). Descent To return to Madonna di Campiglio follow the same route backwards. It is also possible to arrange transport with taxi or private car.
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Type of itinerary Walk Time required 1 hour 30 minutes Difference of altitude 40 metres Difficulty Easy and suitable for everyone Recommended equipment Appropriate winter clothing, walking poles and instep crampons or snowshoes
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Access From Madonna di Campiglio go towards the right side of the valley, turning into Via Adamello at the chemist’s shop. Route From the centre of the town - 1515m head south follow Via Adamello to the end of the street and take the path that leaves from the end of the car park (15 minutes). The first easy, flat section is the same as route 1. At the first junction - 1540 m - (15 minutes) turn right and start climbing. The initial steep section is the most demanding of the route and is overcome following the wide zigzags of the path, arriving at a flat area at 1660 m (20 minutes). From here the route is less steep and heads south along a series of slightly ascending ramps that lead up to the large clearing below Malga Ritorto (20 minutes). Avoid climbing directly up to the buildings, instead crossing the fields and continuing south where a forestry road provides easier access up to the Malga - 1746 m - (10 minutes). Descent To return to Madonna di Campiglio follow the same route backwards.
Notes and advice During periods of freeze-thaw and at sunny points, beware of the formation of icy sections
5 TERRAZZA SUL BRENTA SPINALE
Access From Madonna di Campiglio take the Spinale cable car to the top of Monte Spinale Route From the Rifugio Dosson go down eastwards alongside the ski slope for about 300 metres, where descending gradually rightwards you reach the dell below 2030 m - (15 minutes). Continue trending south following a section in common with route 4, reaching Lago Spinale and then, beyond that, Campo Centener 2080 m - (25 minutes). From here turn left and head north across the big flat zone, descending a slight ridge towards the Grostè ski area. After a few dozen metres of descent a ground leads to the forestry road normally used by tracked service vehicles. A short slightly rising section leads to the intermediate station of the Grostè cable car - 2070 m - (20 minutes). Refreshment bar and restaurant. Descent To return to Madonna di Campiglio follow the same route backwards, or descend in the cable car to Fortini from where the town can be reached (also by public transport).
3 LAGO DI NAMBINO
RITORTO
Type of itinerary High altitude hike Time required About 1 hour (descent not included) Difference of altitude 70 metres Difficulty High level hike above the tree line. Strong winds and low visibility can be dangerous Recommended equipment Appropriate winter mountain clothing, walking poles and snowshoes, water bottle or thermos flask Notes and advice Good weather is required for this route. Beware of mist which can cause orientation problems
VAL NAMBINO
Type of itinerary Hike Time required 2 hours 40 minutes Difference of altitude 235 metres Difficulty Experience on rough and mountain terrain required Recommended equipment Appropriate winter mountain clothing, snowshoes and walking poles, water bottle or thermos flask Notes and advice Catering and heated shelter available at the Malga barrestaurant. During periods of freeze-thaw and at sunny points, beware of the formation of icy sections
6 SENTIERO “DEll’arciduca” vallesinella
Access From Madonna di Campiglio go south beyond Piazzale Palù and before the last houses turn right. Route From Piazzale Palù go south along Via Vallesinella. Turn into a descending street that quickly leads to a widening between the fir trees, from where the route continues along the path. Go downwards passing a difficult section with a fountain through a beech wood until you reach a junction - 1390 m - (30 minutes). Turn left and continue along the easy flat path with a few downward sections until you reach the Cascate di Mezzo waterfalls and the Refuge -1392 m - (45 minutes). Descent To return to Madonna di Campiglio follow the same route backwards.
Type of itinerary Hike Time required 2 hours 30 minutes Difference of altitude 125 metres Difficulty The route is quite long but without particular difficulty Recommended equipment Appropriate winter mountain clothing, walking poles and instep crampons or snowshoes, water bottle or thermos flask Notes and advice During periods of freeze-thaw and at sunny points, beware of the formation of icy sections. Avoid Vallesinella public road for avalanche risk
Access From Madonna di Campiglio go up to the Piana di Nambino (where parking is available). Route From the centre of the town - 1515 m - head north and immediately after the tunnel junction take the public road left towards the Valle di Nambino (15 minutes). Follow the road to Piana di Nambino -1 635 m - (15 minutes). After the tunnel turn right passing alongside the ex Malga Nambino and after the last buildings take the forestry road that leads to the start of the path which climbs the final steep section 1660 m - (15 minutes). Passing the start of the cable car the route begins to climb and crosses the stream. After a few zigzags and a dense pine wood you exit onto flat ground at the outlet of the lake, from where the Refuge - 1770 m - is soon reached (20 minutes). Descent To return to Madonna di Campiglio follow the same route backwards.
Type of itinerary Demanding walk Time required 2 hours 10 minutes Difference of altitude 255 metres Difficulty Take care of the sloping sections for the formation of icy areas. The route can be shortened by travelling up to the Piana di Nambino by car or taxi Recommended equipment Appropriate winter clothing, walking poles and instep crampons or snowshoes Notes and advice Catering and heated shelter available at the lake Refuge. During periods of freeze-thaw and at sunny points, beware of the formation of icy sections
7 MALGA di vigo
piana delle malghette
Access From Campo Carlo Magno descend 500 m towards Dimaro, reaching the Cross Country Ski Center. Route From the Cross-Country Ski Centre 1665m follow the main road for 100 metres towards Dimaro and after the Residence on the left take the forestry road. Follow the road for about 2 km until you cross the bridge over the Meledrio stream - 1705 m - (30 minutes). Continue along the road which now starts to steepen upwards towards the Piana delle Malghette - 1776 m. After reaching the Piana turn right immediately and climb the short distance up to Malga di Vigo - 1803 m - (25 minutes). From the Malga descend to the edge of the ski slope, moving over to the right side of the stream, and passing close to the old cable car building, beyond which take the forest road that leads south towards Campo Carlo Magno - 1780 m - (10 minutes). The route winds through the tall fir trees until the end of the road - 1767 m - (25 minutes). Take the route with specific signs to Malga Zeledria in 30 minutes (refreshment bar and restaurant). Go down along the road with the hairpin turns towards Campo Carlo Magno; then go along the main road to the cross-country
centre (25 minutes). Other return To return to Campo Carlo Magno, it is possible to go backwards the first part of the suggested route.
Type of itinerary Hike Time required About 2 hours Difference of altitude 160 metres Difficulty The route is quite long but without particular difficulty Recommended equipment Appropriate winter mountain clothing, walking poles and snowshoes or instep crampons, water bottle or thermos flask Notes and advice During periods of freeze-thaw and at sunny points, beware of the formation of icy sections
As an alternative to skiing, Madonna di Campiglio offers some excellent walks and suggested paths to people in search of silence and peace in the Adamello Brenta Nature Park.
4 LA VIA DEI FEVRI SPINALE
Access From the Church go up Via Campanil Basso to the “Bivio Delle Grotte”, a point of intersection of the descending ski slopes. Route From the centre of the town go up to the highest houses until the ski slopes, and head east to reach the forestry road. Continue uphill passing the west face of Monte Spinale, pass Piazza Imperatrice (30 minutes) to reach Malga Fevri - 1950 m (40 minutes). Turn right and start crossing the plateau. The route proceeds gradually southwards to avoid the steep slope visible from a distance. Now turn right to reach Lago Spinale - 2036 m -, beyond which a short ascent leads to Campo Centener - 2080 m - (40 minutes). Leave the high plateau on the left and, passing over a saddle, proceed keeping low in the little valley that leads further towards the east to a point where it is easier and less dangerous to pass the slope above. Climb up the slope to reach the Rifugio Graffer quickly - 2270 m - (40 minutes). Refreshment bar and restaurant Descent To return to Madonna di Campiglio follow the same route backwards, or go to the intermediate station of the Grostè cable car and take it down to the valley. It is possible to descend the slope skiing.
Type of itinerary Mountain excursion Time required 2 hours 30 minutes to the Refuge (descent not included) Difference of altitude 755 metres Difficulty Long high level excursion above the tree line. Strong winds and low visibility can be dangerous
To enjoy the beauty of the winter mountain in safety, we invite you to take advantage of the skills and professionalism of the mountain guides and to equip yourself with beacon, snow shovel and avalanche probe.
Recommended equipment Appropriate winter clothing, walking poles and snowshoes or mountaineering skis, water bottle or thermos flask Notes and advice For the high altitude section of the excursion a good weather forecast is required, especially as regards low clouds which can cause orientation problems. During periods of freeze-thaw and at sunny points, beware of the formation of icy sections
8 anello vaglianella campo carlo magno
Access From Campo Carlo Magno descend 500 m towards Dimaro, reaching the Cross-Country Ski Center. Route This circular route starts from the CrossCountry Ski Centre - 1665 m. Follow the marked route, taking care not to obstruct the cross-country ski slopes. The route goes over an initial undulating section to Malga Mondifrà - 1632 m - (25 minutes), where it leaves the wide pastures and goes into the forest. Climb easily up the ridge on the right side (facing downstream) of Valgelada so as to avoid exposure to the risk of avalanche, until you reach Malga Vaglianella - 1862 m - (30 minutes). From the Malga, which is the outer limit of the circuit, head south and descend the Tovo di Vagliana, at the end of which you meet the cross-country ski slope again - 1629 m - (25 minutes). Follow the same track used for the outward journey back to the CrossCountry Ski Centre - 665 m - (25 minutes). Refreshment bar and restaurant.
This map shows three routes for walking and snow-shoeing, with specific signs and constant maintenance. Moreover, there are other nine routes for walking, snow-shoeing and mountaineering ski with their level of difficulty. These routes are not dangerous and have specific signs but they not have a fixed maintenance.
Madonna di Campiglio ...BEYOND THE SKI
suggested winter excursions 9 DOSSI DI VAGLIANA vagliana
Access From Campo Carlo Magno descend 500 m towards Dimaro, reaching the CrossCountry Ski Center.
Type of itinerary Hike Time required 1 hour 45 minutes Difference of altitude 260 metres Difficulty Easy route suitable for everyone Recommended equipment Appropriate winter mountain clothing, walking poles and snowshoes, water bottle or thermos flask Notes and advice The route is possible only with snowshoes. During periods of freeze-thaw and at sunny points, beware of the formation of icy sections
Route From the Cross-Country Ski Centre 1665 m - follow route 8 to Malga Vaglianella - 1862 m - (55 minutes). Continue climbing and follow the forestry road to Malga Vagliana - 1976 m - (35 minutes). Turn right and climb the slope with a few zigzags up to the Sella di Vagliana - 2038 m - just below the top of the ski lift (10 minutes). From the Sella descend about a hundred metres to the left of the ski slope and at the end of the slope turn left. Continue over level ground to Pozza di Boch - 2020 m - with the intermediate station of the Grostè cable car above 2070 m - (25 minutes). Refreshment bar and restaurant.
Descent To return to Madonna di Campiglio follow the same route backwards or descend on the Grostè cable car from the intermediate station. It is possible to descend the slope skiing.
Type of itinerary Mountain excursion Time required About 2 hours (descent not included) Difference of altitude 910 metres Difficulty Long route at high altitude. Beware of strong winds and bad visibility Recommended equipment Appropriate winter clothing, walking poles and snowshoes or mountaineering skis, water bottle or thermos flask. Binoculars are recommended for spotting chamois Notes and advice During periods of freeze-thaw and at sunny points, beware of the formation of icy sections
routes with constant maintenance RITORTO - RITORTO ROAD 1Access: from Madonna di Campiglio take the Colarin-Patascoss cableway to Patascoss area.
the routes
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towards Malga Ritorto. Turn right, southwards, take the road into the wood of firs. Go on walking for about 2 km, till the clearing of
Climb up above Madonna di Campiglio through the pine forest to the pastures of Ritorto, for a breathtaking view.
VAL NAMBINO 3 LAGO DI NAMBINO
This glacial lake above Madonna di Campiglio in its white winter mantle is an enchanting experience.
Malga Ritorto, where the panorama on the Brenta Dolomites is amazing (40 minutes). Return: follow the same route backwards and descend to Madonna di Campiglio on the cableway, or go on foot following the signs of
4 LA VIA DEI FEVRI SPINALE
Wonderful view of the town followed by a 360º panorama of the Brenta Dolomites and Adamello-Presanella range.
the route nr 2 towards the village. Time required: 1 hour 20 minutes
SENTIERO “DEI SIORI”
Traditional, easy tourist walk offering beautiful views of the Brenta Dolomites.
2 RITORTO MALGA RITORTO
Route: from the station at the head of the cableway - 1750 m a.s.l., go down on the right slopeside for about 100 m till the road
Panorama
5 TERRAZZA SUL BRENTA SPINALE
2 SPINALE-MALGA FEVRI Access: from Madonna di Campiglio reach the Monte Spinale with the cableway. Route: from the top of Monte Spinale - 2.100 m a.s.l., go
Going to the Spinale plateau with its characteristic bumpy landscape you get so close to the majestic walls of the Brenta.
6 vallesinella SENTIERO “DEll’arciduca”
Vallesinella has a special charm thanks to the magic word of its frozen waterfalls.
westwards on the left slopeside “Spinale Direttissima”. After about 200 m, turn left, southwards, and go down towards Fevri mountain hut for about 30 minutes - 1950 m a.s.l.
delle malghette 7 piana MALGA di vigo
Malghette, with their wonderful forests and unusual view of the Brenta Dolomites, bring you intensely close to nature.
Return: from Malga Fevri, go down along the forest road towards Madonna di Campiglio (60 minutes). Time required: 1 hour 30 minutes; difference in height: 550 m
carlo magno 8 campo anello vaglianella
A monitored route for snowshoes excursions that passes through the pastures to explore the traditional alpine farms.
CAMPO CARLO MAGNO - MALGA 3 MONDIFRA’
vagliana 9 DOSSI DI VAGLIANA
Amazing landscape at the feet of the northern Brenta Dolomites, visiting quite places where chamois
Access: from Madonna di Campiglio, go towards Campo Carlo Magno till Fortini area. Route: pass the parking near the Grostè cableway, go northwards and reach Campo Carlo Magno. Cross the plain, at first on the left alongside the natural little lake and some ruins of Malga del Campo, and then near the ski lifts being careful of the skiers. Cross the ski runs and take the forest road (25 minutes) on the left to Malga Mondifrà -1.630 m a.s.l. (25 minutes, refreshment bar and
key
restaurant).
routes with constant maintenance
Return: follow the same route backwards or, if you are well trained,
walks
take the route signed with the nr 8 towards the cross-country centre and then, southwards, alongside the cross-country tracks and then
hikes
to the Fortini area.
mountain excursion
Time required: 1 hour 30 minutes/ 2 hours.
other itineraries ski slopes ski lifts cross-country ski tracks cross-country ski centre ice skating
map scale 1:30.000 contour interval: 10 metres