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Wildlife route in Val di Peio

Category
Theme trail
Difficulty
Moderate
Activity time
5:05
Durata in ore
Distance
12.9
Distance in km
Circular trekking in the Val Piana amphitheater, ideal for alpine wildlife enthusiasts, especially in the summer season.
By following this trekking route through mountain huts and charming scenic views over Val Piana, the most attentive and curious will have the chance to make good observations of typical alpine wildlife in their summer habitat. The Val Piana amphitheater is indeed an area where it can be extremely easy to observe deer and chamois.

Route info

Moderate
Distance
12.9 km
Activity time
5:05 h.
Uphill Elevation
799 m
Downhill elevation
799 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
2456 m
Lowest point
1687 m
Height difference
769 m

Copyright

Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio

Suggestions

With good binoculars it is possible to witness unforgettable scenes such as the morning grazing of herds of numerous deer.

Safety information

The information contained in this sheet is subject to unavoidable changes, therefore no indication has absolute value. It is not possible to completely avoid inaccuracies or errors, considering the rapidity of environmental or meteorological changes that can occur. In this sense, we disclaim any responsibility for any changes suffered by the user. It is recommended, however, to check before undertaking a hike the state of the places and the environmental or meteorological conditions.  

10 tips for your hikes:

1) prepare your itinerary

2) choose a route suitable for your fitness level

3) choose appropriate equipment and gear

4) consult snow and weather bulletins

5) starting alone is more risky

6) leave information about your itinerary and approximate return time

7) do not hesitate to rely on a professional

8) pay attention to signage and markings on the route

9) do not hesitate to retrace your steps

10) in case of accident, raise the alarm by calling the emergency number 11

Starting point

Fontanino di Celentino (Val del Monte)

Directions

The starting point of the route is Fontanino di Celentino, in Val del Monte, where there is a parking area of the Park. From here, take the forest road that leads to Malga Giumella and then follow the CAI-SAT 124 path which leads to Malga Paludèi (2,106 m). Continue along path 110 and then turn onto 141, which climbs a section of Val Piana before descending to Lagostèl, passing near the charcoal kilns and then retracing path 124 for the return.

Public transportation

The starting point of this itinerary is not accessible by public transport.

How to get there

From the village of Peio Fonti, reach by car the locality Fontanino di Celentino.

Where to park

Fontanino di Celentino.

Recommended clothing and hiking equipment suitable for the alpine environment, in particular: 

  • mountain boots
  • trekking poles 
  • waterproof windbreaker, gloves, and hat