Pleasant walk along the Noce River that reaches the Ontaneta di Croviana, a small natural protected area immersed in the woods of the lower Val di Sole.
From the "Solandro" capital Malé starts a peaceful walk through the dense woods of the lower Val di Sole, which, running alongside the Noce River, reaches Carciato, a small hamlet of the commune of Dimaro Folgarida. This route leads to the discovery of some characteristic villages and places of interest such as the Bee Mill Museum (MMape) and the protected surrounding area of the Ontaneta di Croviana.
Rules for mountain walks:
From the center of Malé, passing through the pine forest "Il Funghetto" and crossing the footbridge over the Noce River, you reach the Regazzini location. From here, you climb up to take Valley path no. 9, which leads, alternating stretches of dirt road and trail, to the equipped area called Plazze di Croviana. Going down on an asphalt road, you immerse yourself in a very special natural environment that deserves 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 converted into the Bee Mill Museum (MMape), where you can discover all the secrets of the world of bees. Near the museum, there is also a picnic area with a charming pond. Then you continue along the dirt road after the Plazze location, passing through the pine forest with a picnic area at Plaucesa until you reach the Gnoca park, near the characteristic village of Carciato. The route ends by returning to Malé along the Val di Sole cycle-pedestrian path.
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE:
From the Regazzini location, it is also possible to continue the itinerary to the left along Valley path no. 10 towards Toare location, making a circular route passing through the Terzolas Mills.
You can reach the town of Malé with the TRENTO-MALÉ-MARILLEVA train (download the outbound and return timetables).
Take the SS42 and, at the exit for Malé, turn right (if coming from the Trento direction) and follow the road until you reach the town center.
You can park very close to the center.
To face this walk, we recommend wearing hiking boots and a hat and carrying a waterproof jacket, sunscreen, and a water bottle in your backpack. Don’t forget your camera or cell phone to capture the views and scenes you like most. If you want, you can share them on social media using #visitvaldisole.
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