Pleasant walk along the river Noce leading to the Ontaneta di Croviana, a small protected natural area nestled in the woods of the lower Val di Sole.
From the “Solandro” capital Malè, a peaceful walk starts through the dense woods of the lower Val di Sole, following the river Noce to Carciato, a small hamlet of the municipality of Dimaro Folgarida. This itinerary leads to the discovery of some characteristic villages and places of interest such as the Mulino Museo dell’Ape (MMape) and the surrounding protected area of the Ontaneta di Croviana.
Bee Mill Museum
Photos: T. Prugnola, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Plaucesa locality
Photos: Archivio Apt Val di Sole,Peio e Rabbi, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
pine grove "il Funghetto"
Photos: Archivio Apt Val di Sole,Peio e Rabbi, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Noce River
Photos: Riccardo Meneghini, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
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Route info
Moderate
Distance
11 km
Activity time
3:19 h.
Uphill Elevation
325 m
Downhill elevation
323 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
824 m
Lowest point
688 m
Height difference
136 m
Copyright
APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Suggestions
Points of interest: footbridge over the Noce River, adventure park, Venetian Sawmill of Malé, MMape Bee Mill Museum, Ontaneta with workshops and educational activities (by reservation), and the Malé Planet Trail, dedicated to astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti, native of the Solandro capital.
Safety information
Rules for hiking in the mountains:
The accessibility of trails in mountain environments is closely linked to current conditions and can be affected by natural phenomena, environmental changes, and weather. For this reason, make sure to check the route and its conditions before setting off. You can do this by contacting the nearest Information Office.
If you plan to reach an alpine hut or refuge, make sure it is open, and if you plan to stop there for a meal or overnight stay, call in advance to make a reservation.
Always let someone know your route and carry your phone with you.
In case of emergency, call 112.
Never leave trash in the mountains and, if possible, avoid leaving it at huts or alpine pastures.
If you spot wildlife along the way, stay on the trail, don’t get too close, don’t shout, and keep your dog on a leash to prevent it from instinctively chasing and scaring the animals.
Starting point
Malè
Directions
From the center of Malé, passing through the pine forest “il Funghetto” and crossing the footbridge over the Noce River, you reach the locality Regazzini. From here, you ascend to join Valley Trail no. 9, which alternates stretches of dirt road and path, leading to the equipped area called Plazze di Croviana. Descending on an asphalt road, you enter a very special natural environment worthy of a short stop: the protected area called “Ontaneta di Croviana.” It is a small natural oasis where you can stop to admire various animal and plant species, many of which are protected at the European level. Continuing along the route, you encounter an old mill now used as the Museo Mulino dell’Ape (MMape), where you can discover all the secrets of the world of bees. Near the museum, there is also a picnic area with a lovely small lake. Then continue along the dirt road after loc. Plazze, passing through the pine forest with picnic area in Plaucesa, until you reach the Gnoca park, near the characteristic village of Carciato. The route concludes by returning to Malé along the Val di Sole cycle-pedestrian path.
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE:
From loc. Regazzini, it is also possible to continue the itinerary to the left along Valley Trail no. 10 towards loc. Toare, making a loop that passes by the Molini di Terzolas.
Public transportation
You can reach the village of Malé with the TRENTO-MALÉ-MARILLEVA train (download the outbound and return schedules).
How to get there
Drive along the SS42 and, at the exit for Malé, turn right (if coming from Trento direction) and follow the road until you reach the town center.
Where to park
You can park in the immediate vicinity of the center.
For this walk, we recommend wearing hiking boots and a hat, and bringing a waterproof jacket, sunscreen, and a water bottle in your backpack.
Don’t forget your camera or phone to capture the views and landscapes you like the most. If you’d like, you can share your pictures on social media using #visitvaldisole.
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