Annual activities - Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio

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Annual activities - Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio
www.parcostelviotrentino.it/en
Annual activities 2016/2017
in Trentino
PARCO
NAZIONALE
DELLO
STELVIO
NATIONAL
PARK
STILFSER
JOCH
SCHOOL SPECIAL
Guest-house “Casa del Parco”
Excursions for schools
THE FAMILY DISTRICT VAL DI SOLE
A PARK FOR CHILDREN
SUMMER
Naturalistic evenings
Weekly program in the Peio Valley
Weekly program in the Rabbi Valley
Details
Special for children
Discovering the Park
Diary of the excursions
In the Park without a car – Shuttle-bus timetables
Summer special in the Peio Valley
Summer special in the Rabbi Valley
Exhibitions
AUTUMN
Red deer rutting and naturalistic excursions
WINTER
Footprints in the snow
Excursions with snowshoes - December
Excursions with snowshoes - January
Program until Easter
AND FOR ALL THE YEAR...
The thermal baths in the Park
The Park for everyone
Park’s facilities
In the Park you can visit too…
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HOW TO REACH
STELVIO NATIONAL PARK
The National Park has three entrances that are all within easily reachable
through the national road system. The most well-known road leading to the
Park is reached by leaving the motorway (A 22) at the exit for S. Michele
all’Adige (coming from Brennero) or for Trento Nord (coming from Modena –
Verona), driving across Val di Non and, after the town of Cles at the crossroads
of Mostizzolo, turning left into Val di Sole. Just before reaching Malè, there is
a crossroads on the right hand side, which leads to the Rabbi Valley. In order
to get to Peio, you have to go on after Malè, following the sign-posts for the
Tonale Pass, and, just before Fucine, turns right into the Peio Valley.
In the vicinity of the above-mentioned motorway exit, there is also the
railway line Verona-Brennero; alternatively, in Mezzocorona (or before in
Trento), you may take the electric railway which leads directly to Malè. From
there, there is a public bus service to Peio or Rabbi.
The national roads from Merano (across the Palade Pass) or from Bolzano
(across the Mendola Pass) also afford easy access to the National Park.
The second access route to the Park lies in the South, following the road
which leads from Madonna di Campiglio to Folgarida and Dimaro.
The third access route leads from the West across the Tonale Pass, and is
particularly suitable for visitors arriving from Lombardy or Switzerland.
Following the national road, after Fucine, there is a crossroads on the left that
leads to Peio. If you want to go to Rabbi, stay on the national road and, after
Malè, turn left to the Rabbi Valley.
For those who like to move about by mountain-bike, there is a cycle path
running the length of Val di Sole, from the Mostizzolo bridge to Cogolo (Peio
Valley).
BRENNERO
PEIO
COGOLO
Ossana
Tonale
Ponte
di Legno
RABBI
BOLZANO
Malé
Dimaro
Marilleva
San Michele all’Adige
Folgarida
TRENTO
Madonna
di Campiglio
ROVERETO
VERONA
MILANO
BERGAMO BRESCIA
BOLOGNA
VENEZIA
Michele Pietrangelo
Characteristic of the mountain
people of this land is a genuine
love of nature, the determination to
preserve its features uncontaminated,
a sensitivity opposed to artificiality,
to blind and destructive exploitation.
Stelvio National Park was created
for this reason and the Trentino
part of it reflects this characteristic
by promoting its conservation and
also its offer to those who intend to
visit it with respect, humbleness and
gratitude.
The Park’s territory covers about
1300 square kilometres around the
Ortles Mountain and, apart from
the province of Trento, also involves
the provinces of Bolzano, Sondrio
and Brescia. It is an area of conifer
forests, torrents and lakes, with a
rich alpine fauna including deer, rock
goats, chamois and roe-deer and,
soaring high in the sky, the golden
eagle. Vast panoramas characterize
the landscape and give the Park a
distinctly original appearance. In
every season the continual changes
of horizon and forms of life offer the
guest natural and unusual colours,
those not yet greyed by the pollution
of the town. This is why visitors seek
in this land the habitual white of
winter with its life, its silences and
meditative moments when, at dusk,
the shadows of the trees darken the
last reflections of the snow. Then
the green of spring with the first
buds on the wild cherry trees and
the reawakening of the woods. In
summer the blue of the alpine lakes
prevails and the variegated palette
of the meadows in flower, while the
mountains with the high glaciers
blaze in the evening sun.
However, autumn is the prince
of colour. The wild berries, the
leaves of the bushes and trees that
continuously invent amazing colours
and the larches that turn a sunny
yellow illuminating the margin of the
woods.
Seeking colours, seeking water,
wandering along different paths,
from village to village, from refuge
to refuge, discovering oneself at last,
enjoying the freedom in the contact
with nature far from the influences of
fashion, habits and fears.
Visiting the Park is also meeting
people in the mountains, establishing
relations, learning from the inside the
history, traditions and customs of an
ancient population that has conserved
its own deep-rooted identity over
the centuries, despite the diverse
vicissitudes of its history…
To live in total harmony with nature
does not mean to love it and approach
it in a purely sentimental way. It
means to approach it with love, it is
true, but also with respect and awe.
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SCHOOL SPECIAL
GUEST-HOUSE “CASA
DEL PARCO” In Rabbi Fonti
The guest-house “Casa del Parco” is a backing for schools
and for preconceived groups of excursionists, who would
like to take part of the Park’s excursions and activities.
The guest-house is divided into rooms which have from 4 to
12 beds with a total of 45 beds. It is organized like a refuge,
comfortable and essential.
PRICE PER PERSON:
OVERNIGHT STAY
- With sheets and blankets provided by the Park
€ 11.00
- With own sheets € 6.00 (Sleeping bag sheets for sale at
€ 10.00)
€ 25.00
- Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner are available at nearby hotels at a fixed price
EXCURSIONS
FOR SCHOOLS
The Stelvio National Park, like in a classroom, becomes
a place that allows promoting an in-depth analysis about
the knowledge of its area through educational and didactic
activities. The workshops deal with different topics linked
to the environmental peculiarities (from the geology of the
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Park to the strategies of animal species’ conservation) and to
the historic and cultural knowledge, with the aim of raising
awareness about the importance of participated and shared
conservation policies. The learning activities occur from
September to June and, depending on the topics, involve
schools of all levels.
In winter there is the possibility to make excursions with the
characteristic snowshoes.
Below are some examples of workshops that can be
personalized depending on the availability of each class.
Beside the daily excursions, it is possible to organize
didactic paths where outdoors activities flank classroom
lessons. In case of visits that last more than one day, stage
and focused analyses are realized combining learning
laboratories along with thematic excursions or game and
sport activities. All workshops will encourage children
to adopt a serious and responsible behavior towards the
environment.
LEARNING WORKSHOPS WITH THE PARK’S STAFF/
PARK GUIDES
• discovering fauna: through the identification of markings
of presence or by animals’ spotting
• the world of high altitude: life strategies of animals and
plants that settle the upper layers of the woods
• research in the Park: educational path to discover the
monitoring and researching methods used inside the
Protected Area
• the mountain’s forests: an analysis on the forest species
and the management of woods in the Alpine environment
• the rocks of the Park: how the mountains have been
modified during the long time from their origin to the
last glacial expansions
• human being and mountain: a journey to discover the
places and facilities that have allowed men to live in
these alpine valleys
• the Great War: life and death on the mountain during
the conflict of the First World War
PRICES:
-- Full-day learning workshops: € 2.50
-- Half a day learning workshops: € 1.50
The prices are referred to the workshops realized with the
Park’s staff only, for the activities where the participation
of the Guide is also expected, it is necessary to quote the
charge of the excursions with the Park Guides.
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SCHOOL SPECIAL
GUIDED VISITS TO THE FACILITIES OF THE PROTECTED
AREA WITH THE PARK’S STAFF
• guided visit to the Animal Wildlife Center in Peio
• guided excursion to the Malga Covel or Malga Talé in
Peio
• guided visit to the dairy of Peio Paese to watch the
processing of milk or to the farms
• guided visit to the War museum in Peio (info: 3487400942)
• guided visit to the Venetian sawmills in Rabbi
• guided excursion to the hay barns and to the Casèl
(dairy) of Somrabbi in Rabbi
• guided excursion to the Park Game and to the Stablét
Visitor Center in Rabbi
• guided visit to the Ruatti Mill in Pracorno di Rabbi (info:
0463-903166)
PRICES:
-- Full-day: € 2.50 plus the entrance ticket of the facility
-- Half a day: € 1.50 plus the entrance ticket of the facility
SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES WITH THE
PARK GUIDES
• orienteering
• rock-climbing
• Tibetan bridge
PRICES:
-- Full-day sport activities: € 11.00 - € 17.00
-- Half a day sport activities: € 8.00 - € 14.00
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EXCURSIONS WITH THE PARK GUIDES
• excursion “following the tracks of the red deer and other
animals”
• excursion to the Malga (high-altitude summer farm
where dairy cattle is grazed in summer) and to the highaltitude environment
• excursion to the Pian Palù Lake in the Peio Valley
• excursion to Malga Termenago – Cadini waterfall –
Covel in the Peio Valley
• excursion to the Saènt waterfalls and to the Monumental
Larches in the Rabbi Valley
• excursion to the Ragaiolo waterfall and to Malga Fratte
in the Rabbi Valley
PRICES:
-- Full-day excursions: € 5.00
-- Half a day or evening excursions: € 3.00
-- Full-day excursions with snowshoes: € 7.00
-- Half a day excursions with snowshoes: € 4.00
-- Evening excursions with snowshoes and hot drink on the
return: € 6.00
Enjoy your visit to the Park
Ask for information at the:
STELVIO NATIONAL PARK - TRENTINO SECTOR
Via Roma, 65
38024 COGOLO DI PEIO (TN)
tel. 0463.909770
E-mail: [email protected]
www.parcostelviotrentino.it/en
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The Trentino Area of Stelvio National Park has joined the
Family District Val di Sole by activating a series of initiatives
for families who will stay in Val di Sole.
5 changing tables are available at the Animal Wildlife
Center and at Malga Talé in Val di Peio and at the guesthouse “Casa del Parco”, at the playing and learning Area of
Còler and at Malga Stablét in Val di Rabbi.
At the starting point for excursions it is possible to rent
carrycot-backpacks for free for carrying children during
excursions discovering the Park.
In the new annual work program, activities for family have
been extended, such as guided visits of the structures,
simple and short excursions and workshops for children.
There is a reduction of 50% for children up to 14 years
who are accompanied by an adult paying for the entrance
to the Animal Wildlife Center and Malga Talé in Peio. This
facilitation is also applied to trips organized throughout the
whole year by the Trentino Area of Stelvio National Park.
Marmots | Diego Cottino
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A PARK FOR CHILDREN
It is possible to know the Park and the area which surround
us in a simple and enjoyable way, through games and
laboratories. In an unusual and relaxing setting, above all
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through
practical activity and manual skills, children will
understand new and different things. Looking at nature with
different eyes, they will appreciate simple things and they
will learn to love and respect them.
From June 20 to September 9, the schedule includes more
than 130 laboratories dedicated to little boys.
THE HISTORY OF THE TREE CALLED TEMEL …
to have a toy made of natural materials …
ORIENTEERING … let’s not lose ourselves …
TRAVEL DIARY … to bring home a piece of Park …
POTATOES’ PRINTS … to decorate your own souvenir
with a special stamp …
THE BEE AND ITS WORLD …t o fly in an organized
and charming universe …
AN AFTERNOON WITH AN ARCHAEOLOGIST
… for a return to the origins …
SOFT IDEAS … to dive in a soft and wadding world …
WATCH OUT FOR THE PARK’S ANIMALS … to
seek out the inhabitants of the woods and sky …
For details about the various workshops, see pages 24 and 25.
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SUMMER
NATURALISTIC
EVENINGS
At 21.00h - ADMISSION FREE
• in COGOLO at the CONGRESS HALL OF THE PARK
OFFICES (Via Roma, 65);
• in PEIO FONTI at the THERMAL BATHS’ AUDITORIUM
on July 14 and August 4;
• in RABBI FONTI at the VISITOR CENTER;
• in SAN BERNARDO in the ROOM OF THE RECTORY
on August 23.
Wednesday, July 6 in Cogolo
How are the glaciers in the territory of the Park?
Glaciological Committee Trentino SAT
Wednesday, July 6 in Rabbi Fonti
Herbs for beauty and health
Olga Casanova
Wednesday, July 13 in Cogolo
Birds of the Alpine environment
Franco Rizzolli
Wednesday, July 13 in Rabbi Fonti
Family horticulture: sowings, transplanting and favourable
associations, techniques for a correct management of a
vegetable garden
Gianluca Zadra - Fondazione Edmund Mach
Thursday, July 14 in Peio Fonti
Montozzo boundary line
The War Museum of Peio Paese
Wednesday, July 20 in Cogolo
Herbs for beauty and health
Olga Casanova
Wednesday, July 20 in Rabbi Fonti
Frozen, insects in the ice kingdom
Mauro Gobbi
Wednesday, July 27 in Cogolo
Family horticulture: sowings, transplanting and favourable
associations, techniques for a correct management of a
vegetable garden
Gianluca Zadra - Fondazione Edmund Mach
Owl | Vincenzo Iacovoni
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Wednesday, July 27 in Rabbi Fonti
The magic world of mushrooms
Mycological Group “G. Bresadola” Val di Sole
Wednesday, August 3 in Cogolo
Frozen, insects in the ice kingdom
Mauro Gobbi
Wednesday, August 3 in Rabbi Fonti
The nocturnal bird of prey of Stelvio National Park
Luigi Marchesi
Thursday, August 4 in Peio Fonti
Mountain artillery
The War Museum of Peio Paese
Wednesday, August 10 in Cogolo
The magic world of mushrooms
Mycological Group “G. Bresadola” Val di Sole
Wednesday, August 10 in Rabbi Fonti
Nature, naturally together
Valter Pallaoro and Annamaria Pernstich
Wednesday, August 17 in Rabbi Fonti
Birds of the Alpine environment
Franco Rizzolli
Thursday, August 18 in Cogolo
The nocturnal bird of prey of Stelvio National Park
Luigi Marchesi
Tuesday, August 23 in San Bernardo di Rabbi
The magic world of mushrooms
Mycological Group “G. Bresadola” Val di Sole
Wednesday, August 24 in Cogolo
Nature, naturally together
Valter Pallaoro and Annamaria Pernstich
Wednesday, August 24 in Rabbi Fonti
How are the glaciers in the territory of the Park?
Glaciological Committee Trentino SAT
Wednesday, August 31 in Cogolo
The magic world of mushrooms
Mycological Group “G. Bresadola” Val di Sole
Wednesday, August 31 in Rabbi Fonti
Little valuable fauna of the Park: amphibians and reptiles
Sandro Zanghellini
Autumn | Valter Pallaoro e Annamaria Pernstich
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SUMMER
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
IN THE PEIO VALLEY…
Bookings: by 18.00h on the day before or by 11.00h for
afternoon and evening activities at the Park Information
Point.
The Organisation declines any responsibility for damages to
persons and things before, during and after the excursions.
In case of rain the walk could be cancelled.
There may be some changes in the programme.
At the Park Information Point in Cogolo it is possible to
rent free of charge the rucksack to carry children during
the excursions discovering the Park. Ask for information,
security deposit € 10.00.
MONDAY
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at 9.00h in Peio Fonti - meeting point: Tourist
Information Office
LAKE PIAN PALÙ - MALGHE PALUDÈI AND
GIUMELLA
Easy full-day excursion. Fontanino (1660m), Lake Pian
Palù (1800m), Malga Paludèi (2106m), Malga Giumella
(1950m). Participation fee: € 5.00. Own transport.
Packed lunch. Return at about 16.30h. From June 27 to
September 5.
• at 14.30h in Cogolo at the Park offices
AN AFTERNOON WITH AN
ARCHAEOLOGIST
Between prehistory and history: life, technology and
discoveries of mankind.
Laboratory for children from 4 to 12 years of age.
Duration: about two hours. Participation fee: € 3.00.
From June 27 to September 5 (except on July, 4) (see
“special for children”).
Lago Pian Palù | Cristina Anselmi
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Larcher Refuge |
Francesco Palazzese
TUESDAY
• at 8.30h in Cogolo - meeting point: Park Information
Point
LARCHER REFUGE AND ROUND TRIP OF
THE LAKES
Easy to moderately difficult excursion with a Park Guide.
Malga Mare (1983m) - Pian Venezia - Cevedale lakes
(highest altitude 2700m) - Larcher Refuge (2608m).
Participation fee: € 8.00. Own transport. Packed lunch
or lunch at the refuge. Return at about 17.00h. From
June 21 to September 6.
• at 9.30h in Cogolo at the Park offices
SOFT IDEAS
Laboratory to learn to work the wool, for adults and
children from 7 years of age. Duration: about two hours.
Participation fee: € 6.00. From June 28 to September 6
(except on July, 5) (see “special for children”).
• at 21.00h in Peio Fonti - meeting point: Tourist
Information Office
AND THE STARS ARE WATCHING…
Evening astronomical walk in the Park with an
astrophysicist. Duration: about two and a half hours.
Participation fee: € 5.00. From August 2 to September
6. In case of rain the excursion will be replaced by a
thematic evening at the Park offices in Cogolo.
WEDNESDAY
• at 8.45h in Cogolo - meeting point: car park-bus stop
THE WOOD OF CAPERCAILLIES
By bus from Cogolo to Peio Paese. Excursion and guided
visit to the Visitor Center of Malga Talé, dedicated to the
Galliformes. Return to Cogolo along the river Noce at
about 16.00h. Packed lunch. Participation fee: € 5.00
plus the cost of the bus-ticket from Cogolo to Peio Paese.
From June 22 to September 7 (see page 45).
Malga Talé
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SUMMER
• from 17.00h to 19.00h Val de la Mare
WATCH OUT … FOR THE PARK’S ANIMALS!!!
Under the guidance of the forest rangers you may watch
the movements of the Park’s animals. Observation point
at the bridge leading to Malga Pontevecchio.
Activity free of charge. From June 22 to September 7.
• at 21.00h in Cogolo at the Park offices
NATURALISTIC EVENING
From July 6 to August 31. Admission free (see pages
10-11).
THURSDAY
• at 8.00h in Peio Fonti - meeting point: square where
cable car leaves
THE PARADISE FROM MONTE VIOZ
Difficult excursion with a Park Guide. Doss dei
Gembri (2315m) – Mantova al Vioz Refuge (3535m).
Participation fee: € 12.00 plus cable car / chair lift ticket.
Packed lunch or lunch at the refuge. Return at about
17.00h. From June 30 to September 8.
• at 9.30h in Cogolo/Pegaia - meeting point: church
EXCURSION OF NORDIC WALKING with an
instructor
A walk with proper Nordic walking sticks through the
wonders of the Park.
Duration: about two and a half hours. Participation fee:
€ 5.00, which includes the hire of the poles. From June
23 to September 8 (except on July, 7).
• at 15.00h in Peio Paese - meeting point: church
THE MARVELS OF PIANA DI COVEL
Excursion to Malga Covel to watch the milking of the
goats. Duration: about three hours. Participation fee:
€ 4.00. From June 23 to September 8.
• at 15.30h in Peio Paese - meeting point: car park-bus
stop
ORIENTEERING
Activity for adults and children from 10 years of age.
Duration: about two and a half hours. Participation fee:
€ 3.00. From June 30 to September 8 (except on July, 7)
(see “special for children”).
Lago Nero and Monte Vioz in the background
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Malga Covel
• at 21.00h in Peio Fonti at the Thermal Baths’
Auditorium
HISTORICAL EVENING
Thursday, 14 July and Thursday, 4 August. Admission
free (see pages 10-11).
FRIDAY
• at 9.30h in Peio Fonti - meeting point: Tourist
Information Office
DISCOVERING THE GREAT WORLD WAR
The hidden emplacements of Pian de la Vegaia: an
exciting adventure back in the past. Own transport up
to Malga Frattasecca - military path - Pian de la Vegaia.
Packed lunch. Return at about 15.30h. Participation fee:
€ 5.00. From June 24 to September 9.
• at 14.30h in Cogolo at the Park offices
THE HISTORY OF THE TREE CALLED TEMEL
Creative activity for children from 6 to 12 years of age.
Duration: about two and a half hours. Participation fee:
€ 3.00. From June 24 to September 9 (see “special for
children”).
• from 17.00h to 19.00h Val de la Mare
WATCH OUT … FOR THE PARK’S ANIMALS!!!
Under the guidance of forest rangers, you may watch the
movements of the Park’s animals. Observation point at
the bridge leading to Malga Pontevecchio.
Activity free of charge. From August 5 to 26.
SATURDAY
• timetable and meeting point depending on the planned
excursion
THEMATIC EXCURSION
From July 9 to September 3. For participation fee,
duration and difficulty see “details”.
Watch out… for the Park’s animals
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SUMMER
WEEKLY SCHEDULE IN
THE RABBI VALLEY…
Bookings: by 18.00h on the day before or by 11.00h for
afternoon and evening activities at the Park Visitor Center.
The Organisation declines any responsibility for damages to
persons and things before, during and after the excursions.
In case of rain the walk could be cancelled.
There may be some changes in the programme.
At the Visitor Center in Rabbi Fonti it is possible to rent free of
charge the rucksack to carry children during the excursions
discovering the Park. Ask for information, security deposit
€ 10.00.
MONDAY
• at 14.30h in Rabbi Fonti - meeting point: Visitor Center
TRAVEL DIARY
Recreational, naturalistic activity and short walk to
discover the secrets of the woods and meadows of
Stelvio National Park. For children from 4 to 12 years
of age. Duration: about two hours. Participation fee:
€ 3.00. From June 27 to September 5 (see “special for
children”).
• from 17.00h to 19.00h Val Saènt
WATCH OUT … FOR THE PARK’S ANIMALS!!!
Under the guidance of forest rangers, you may watch the
movements of the Park’s animals. Observation point at
the Visitor Center Stablét. Activity free of charge.
From August 1 to 29.
Malga Caldesa Bassa
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Venetian Sawmill
TUESDAY
• at 10.00h in Rabbi Fonti - meeting point: Visitor Center
THE “MALGHE” OF THE RABBI VALLEY:
OUR LANDSCAPE’S GUARDIAN
Malga Terzolasa – Malga Samocleva – Malga Caldesa
Alta - Malga Caldesa Bassa.
Duration: about five hours. Participation fee: € 5.00
plus shuttle-bus: € 3.00 (single ticket). From June 28 to
September 6.
• at 14.00h in Rabbi Fonti - meeting point: Visitor Center
WATER AND WOOD: VENETIAN SAWMILLS
Guided visit to the Venetian Sawmills “dei Braghje” and
“dei Bègoi” with the activation of the latter. Participation
fee: € 4.00. From June 21 to September 6.
On request and for groups, the sawmill “dei Bègoi” will
be put in motion in the presence of a Park Guide - € 2.00
per person.
• at 14.30h in Rabbi Fonti at the Visitor Center
AN AFTERNOON WITH AN
ARCHAEOLOGIST
Between prehistory and history: life, technology and
discoveries of mankind.
Laboratory for children from 4 to 12 years of age.
Duration: about two hours. Participation fee: € 3.00.
From June 28 to September 6 (see “special for children”).
WEDNESDAY
• at 9.00h in Rabbi Fonti - meeting point: Visitor Center
DISCOVERING MONUMENTAL LARCHES
Easy to moderately difficult excursion with a Park
Guide. Own transport up to the Còler car-park. Malga
Stablasolo (1539m) – Dos de la Cros (1800m) – Path of
Monumental Larches (highest altitude 1900m). Packed
lunch. Participation fee: € 8.00. Car park and shuttle-bus
are free. From June 22 to September 7 (see page 49).
Monumental Larch
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SUMMER
• at 14.30h in Rabbi Fonti at the Venetian sawmill “dei
Braghje”
SOFT IDEAS
Laboratory to learn to work the wool, for adults and
children from 7 years of age. Duration: about two hours.
In case of bad weather, this activity will take place at the
Visitor Center in Rabbi Fonti. Participation fee: € 6.00.
From June 29 to September 7 (see “special for children”).
• at 21.00h in Rabbi Fonti at the Visitor Center
NATURALISTIC EVENING
From July 6 to August 31 and on Tuesday, August 23 in
San Bernardo. Admission free (see pages 10-11).
THURSDAY
• at 14.00h in Rabbi Fonti - meeting point: Visitor Center
THE “MILKY WAY”: GUIDED VISIT TO THE
CASÈL (DAIRY) - MUSEUM OF SOMRABBI
Itinerary: Rabbi Fonti - Somrabbi - Rabbi Fonti.
Duration: about three hours. Participation fee: € 4.00.
From June 23 to September 8 (see page 47).
• at 14.30h in Rabbi Fonti at the Visitor Center
POTATOES’ PRINTS
Creative activity for children from 6 to 12 years of age.
Duration: about two hours. Participation fee: € 3.00.
From June 30 to September 8 (see “special for children”).
• from 17.00h to 19.00h Val Saènt
WATCH OUT … FOR THE PARK’S ANIMALS!!!
Under the guidance of forest rangers, you may watch the
movements of the Park’s animals. Observation point at
the Visitor Center Stablét. Activity free of charge.
From June 23 to September 8.
Diary of Somrabbi
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Evening excursion
FRIDAY
• at 7.40h in Rabbi Fonti - meeting point: Visitor Center
KNOWING PARK’S ANIMALS
The marmot gives alarm to the others, the red deer
retires in the thick wood, the chamois are use the sky as
a mirror, up there in the immensity, the eagle flies over
the mountains…
Return at about 15.00h. Participation fee: € 5.00 plus
shuttle-bus € 5.00. From July 8 to September 9.
• at 14.30h in Rabbi Fonti at the Visitor Center
THE BEE AND ITS WORLD
Laboratory for adults and children from 6 years of
age to discover the fascinating habitat of bees and
their extraordinary life. Duration: about two hours.
Participation fee: € 3.00 (inclusive of a taste of honey).
From July 1 to September 9 (see “special for children”).
• at 21.00h in Rabbi Fonti - meeting point: Visitor Center
AND THE STARS ARE WATCHING…
Evening astronomical walk in the Park with an
astrophysicist. Duration: about two and a half hours.
Participation fee: € 5.00. From August 5 to September
9. In case of rain the excursion will be replaced by a
thematic evening at the Visitor Center in Rabbi Fonti.
SATURDAY
• timetable and meeting point depending on the planned
excursion
THEMATIC EXCURSION
From July 9 to September 3. For participation fee,
duration and difficulty see “details”.
Marmot | Marina Pieri
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SUMMER
DETAILS…
THEMATIC EXCURSIONS
Marco Salina
ON THE TRACKS OF THE
GREAT WAR
historical excursions
The full-day itinerary involves the
Austro-Hungarian Fort “Barba di
Fior”, the military war cemetery
near San Rocco hill and the War
Museum “Peio 1914 – 18: the war
on our front-door”.
This historical excursion offers
visitors the possibility to observe,
at a close distance, some real
testimonies relating to an event that
one hundred years ago involved
the Peio Valley and its mountains
in a dramatic way: the First World
War.
Moderately-difficult,
full-day
excursions in the Peio Valley:
Saturday, July 16 - Going back to
the past “Montozzo: challenged
passage”
Saturday, August 6 - Going back to
the past “Val Ombrina: no man’s
land” € 10.00
“GOING TO TAKE A WALK”
ON THE GLACIERS
glaciological excursions
Careser – Dorigoni
Franco Benetti
Franco Benetti
Meeting at 6.30h at the Park
Information Point in Cogolo.
The route follows all the marks
left by the glaciers’ movements
during the millennia. The marks
come in the form of lakes, roche
moutonnée,
peculiarly-shaped
valleys, typical flora and fauna of
the glacial environments.
There are wonderful landscapes
from the bottom of the valley until
the most important peaks, where
there are still imposing glaciers
fragmented
from
numerous
crevasses.
Equipment needed: heavy boots,
waterproof jacket, fleece, long
technical fabrics trousers, gloves,
woolen hat, rucksack, food, water
bottle, sunglasses, sunscreen,
trekking sticks could be helpful
(crampons, harness and ice-axe
are not necessary).
Difficult,
full-day
excursions:
Saturday, July 9, August 13 and
September 3
€ 25.00 including the return by
minibus from the Rabbi Valley to
the Peio Valley
Cima Cevedale
Meeting at 16.30h at the Park
Information Point in Cogolo and
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Andrea Maestri
climb to the Larcher Refuge for
dinner and overnight stay. In
the morning climb to the Cima
Cevedale.
High-difficult climbing expedition,
mostly on glaciers. It is difficult
because of the difference in height
and for the altitude reached. The
use of technical materials like
crampons, harness, ice-axe and
clothes suited for high altitudes
is required. The route passes
through huge moraines, derived
from the glaciers digging, and then
continues on the glacier, with an
itinerary fit to avoid the numerous
crevasses present, till the summit
Monte Cevedale (3769m). From
here, it is possible to observe the
majestic ice tongues, that still slop
down the Forni Valley.
Equipment needed: crampons, iceaxe, harness, heavy boots, rucksack,
water bottle, warm clothes and
jacket, spare underwear, gloves,
woolen hat, sunglasses, sunscreen,
food.
Difficult excursions in the Peio
Valley: Saturday and Sunday,
July 30 and 31 and Saturday and
Sunday, August 27 and 28
€ 20.00 plus fee for the overnight
stay at Larcher Refuge on Saturday
evening
Meeting at 13.30h at the departure
of the cable car in Peio Fonti.
By cable car and chair lift until
Doss dei Gembri (2315m) and
from there by the comfortable
military path you climb on the
mountainous ridge in direction
of Monte Vioz (path SAT nr. 105).
The final part of the path, after
3000m, is rather demanding, with
numerous hairpin turns in the
middle of rocks below “Mantova al
Vioz” Refuge. A pleasant restorative
stop lets you observe the panorama
of surrounding peaks and, if the
weather conditions allow, it is
possible to reach the peak of
Monte Vioz (3645m), where you
could watch a magnificent sunset.
Dinner and overnight stay at the
refuge and in the morning you set
out for the peak observing the crack
of dawn. Soon you move in level
(at the same height) to Punta Linke,
arrival point of some cableways of
the First World War.
Punta Linke was a crucial point
for military supplies of troops
stationed on the mountainous
ridges and it was recovered
by the Superintendent of the
Archaeological Heritage of the
Province of Trento, becoming
the highest archaeological site
Mauro Bordoni
Monte Vioz and Punta Linke
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SUMMER
Marco Angeli
in Europe. The tunnel and the
underground shacks were freed
from ice, which kept them sealed
and preserved until today, and
therefore we can now see the
military environment of the early
twentieth century in all its details.
After the proper explanations and
illustrations by the Guide, you will
return to the Mantova Refuge for a
short snack and in the afternoon,
by the same path, you will descend
to Peio Fonti.
Equipment needed: heavy boots,
waterproof jacket, fleece, long
technical fabrics trousers, gloves,
woolen hat, rucksack, food, water
bottle, sunglasses, sunscreen,
trekking sticks could be helpful
(crampons, harness and ice-axe
are not necessary).
Difficult excursions in the Peio
Valley: Saturday and Sunday,
July 23 and 24 and Saturday and
Sunday, August 20 and 21
€ 20.00 plus cable car/chair
lift ticket and the fee for the
overnight stay at Mantova Refuge
on Saturday evening
Cima Sternai
Marco Caldognetto
Meeting at 13.30h at the Visitor
Center in Rabbi Fonti and climb
to the Dorigoni Refuge going
through Malga Stablasolo, Saènt
waterfalls and Prà di Saènt. Dinner
and overnight stay at the Refuge.
In the morning you follow the
path that leads to the first Sternai
lake (2596m). You cross the river
and continue along the path with
cairns. After some grassy slopes,
turn right above the Saènt waterfalls
and following the cairns you will
reach the beginning of the Sternai
glacier that you climb diagonally
up to 3114m. From there you
will continue always on the ridge,
skirting on the left side the black
dihedral angle at the bottom of the
summit. The final stage, equipped
with anchors for the assurance,
presents short passages on rocks of
2° UIAA.
Equipment needed: crampons, iceaxe, harness, heavy boots, rucksack,
water bottle, warm clothes and
jacket, spare underwear, gloves,
woolen hat, sunglasses, sunscreen,
food.
Difficult excursions in the Rabbi
Valley: Saturday and Sunday,
July 30 and 31 and Saturday and
Sunday, August 20 and 21
€ 20.00 plus fee for the overnight
stay at Dorigoni Refuge on
Saturday evening
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and
Cima
Meeting at 8:00h at the Visitor
Center in Rabbi Fonti and transfer
by shuttle-bus to Malga Samocleva
(1892m) until the vegetation’s
limit. From here, following at first
the road and then the marked trail,
you can reach after about an hour
the Stella Alpina Refuge (2425m),
then the lake Lago Corvo maggiore
(2464m). The excursion then
continues on path no. 145 to Cima
Collecchio (2957m). These last 500
meters of altitude gap are rather
winding, but getting to the top
and enjoying the beautiful scenery
makes you forget the strain.
The view that stretches at 360° is
extraordinary from every single
point of view: you can turn toward
the Val d’Ultimo, the Dorigoni
Refuge with the Lakes of Sternai,
or toward the peaks Vioz, Palon
de la Mare and Cevedale or even
beyond, toward the further sharp
shape of Gran Zebrù.
The climb, even if it is almost
3000m, doesn’t present any
technical difficulty, except for,
perhaps, the effects of high altitude.
Difficult excursions in the Rabbi
Valley: Saturday, July 9 and 23;
and September 3
€ 12.00 plus fee for the shuttle-bus
€ 5.00 round trip
THE MUSHROOMS’ REALM
mycological excursions
Cinzia Candelaresi
Laghi
Corvo
Collecchio
The aim of these excursions is to
study and generally to get to know
mushrooms that will be collected
in the morning and identified
with the help of an expert in the
afternoon.
Easy excursions (9.00h-16.00h) in
the Rabbi Valley: Saturday, August
6 and 27
€ 8.00 (payment includes the
permit for collecting mushrooms)
SPECIES OF MEADOWS
AND WOODS
botanical excursions
The Park’s flora, a little treasure
chest of biodiversity. An excursion
to discover the plant species,
which characterize the meadows
and woods of Rabbi Valley and
also to study in details the use of
those plants species in the past, the
present and possible evolution.
Easy excursions (10.00h-15.00h)
in the Rabbi Valley: Saturday, July
16 and August 13
€ 5.00
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SUMMER
SPECIAL FOR
CHILDREN
THE HISTORY OF THE TREE
CALLED TEMEL
Creative
workshop
dedicated
to
construction, playing and to children’s
manual creativity. With small pieces of
wood we will assemble together the tree
“Temel” and with colored cardboard we
will give shape to his friends, small animals
of the wood (minimum 5 – maximum 12
participants).
In the Peio Valley, every Friday, from June
24 to September 9, at the Park offices in
Cogolo (Via Roma, 65), at 14.30h. € 3.00
ORIENTEERING
Have you ever heard about the “Wood’s
sport”? So, come on and try orienteering!
An entertaining sport that lets you stay
in touch with nature, does well to
your body and mind (it’s suitable for
people of all ages!). In the company
of an instructor, you will learn to orient
yourself using a particular map, you will
discover the secrets behind not getting
lost and for planning a route enjoying
yourself! You could also learn to walk
among the numerous paths in the Stelvio
National Park using an excursion map.
Comfortable clothes and trekking shoes
are recommended. Orienteering is
beautiful, you use both your brain and
your legs!
In the Peio Valley, every Thursday, from
June 30 to September 8 and the meeting
point is at the car park-bus stop in Peio
Paese, at 15.30h. € 3.00
TRAVEL DIARY
Every walk into the woodland is actually a
journey made of thousands of discoveries
and endless emotions. Step by step you
will be able to explore the secrets of the
woods and meadows of Stelvio National
Park, discover the habits of the animals
that live in our mountains and understand
the meaning of the word biodiversity.
It will be an opportunity to stimulate
the curiosity of children, who will take
note with drawings and thoughts of all
the discoveries on their travel diary, a
booklet that could be useful in many other
adventures! (minimum 5 – maximum 12
participants).
In the Rabbi Valley, every Monday, from
June 27 to September 5 and the meeting
point is at the Visitor center in Rabbi Fonti,
at 14.30h. € 3.00
POTATOES’ PRINTS
With your rabbit friend you will create
your own adventure. A stamp made
of potato will be used to decorate the
“Frame of the forest” that you will be able
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Gianni Bulgarelli
to hang in your bedroom to remember
your holidays in the Park (minimum 5,
maximum 12 participants).
In the Rabbi Valley, every Thursday, from
June 30 to September 8, at the Visitor
Center in Rabbi Fonti, at 14.30h. € 3.00
THE BEE AND ITS WORLD
During this laboratory, adults and children
will learn the huge virtues of this special
insect and its characteristics (structure,
how they communicate, etc.). Participants
will discover the flawless and disciplined
organization of the beehive and the partition
of the bees’ different tasks. Furthermore,
different products will be presented:
different kinds of honey depending on
flowers, propolis, royal jelly, beeswax, etc.
The world of bees is wonderful and it won’t
stop to teach and amaze us.
Held by the Beekeepers’ Association of
Valli di Sole, Pejo and Rabbi (minimum 5,
maximum 20 participants).
In the Rabbi Valley, every Friday, from July
1 to September 9, at the Visitor Center in
Rabbi Fonti, at 14.30h.
€ 3.00 children - € 1,50 adults inclusive
of a taste of honey
AN AFTERNOON WITH AN
ARCHAEOLOGIST
Between prehistory and history: life,
technology and discoveries of mankind.
We spend an afternoon together while
discovering archeology, from prehistory
to the beginning of human beings’ history.
A journey through the development of
materials and technology, but also across
the evolution of our mind through art,
personal beauty and writing. Children
can experience in first person how stones,
bones, shells, clay and metals were shaped
in order to achieve objects of every day’s
usage, personal ornaments, painting and
sculpture works (minimum 5 – maximum
20 participants).
In the Peio Valley, every Monday, from
June 27 to September 5, at the Park offices
in Cogolo (Via Roma, 65), at 14.30h.
In the Rabbi Valley, every Tuesday, from
June 28 to September 6, at the Visitor
Center in Rabbi Fonti, at 14.30h. € 3.00
SOFT IDEAS
Using natural materials, children (and not
only children…), during this laboratory
are going to realize nice small animals
and wool’s toys (minimum 5 – maximum
12 participants).
In the Peio Valley, every Tuesday, from
June 28 to September 6, at the Park offices
in Cogolo (Via Roma, 65), at 9.30h.
In the Rabbi Valley, every Wednesday,
from June 29 to September 7, at the
Venetian sawmill “dei Braghje”, in case of
bad weather, this activity will take place
at the Visitor Center in Rabbi Fonti, at
14.30h. € 6.00
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THE EXCURSIONS:
DISCOVERING
THE PARK
Stelvio National Park may be visited
by following its many footpaths,
which lead up from extensive
coniferous woodlands to the alpine
pastures. Several mountain passes
connect the numerous valleys,
and large glaciers take you to the
highest peaks with their enchanting
views. The Park Guides have lived
in this area for many years and are
experienced mountaineers who
have learnt to observe every detail
that these places hide.
Our love of nature, as well as our
great experience gathered in many
years of climbing in the mountains of the entire Alpine
range, have turned us into professionals who know the
most interesting and panoramic places. Most importantly,
however, we always choose our itinerary on the basis of
the prevailing weather conditions and according to the
visitors’ interests. Apart from our technical abilities and
our knowledge of local culture, which are indispensable to
anyone who takes the responsibility of leading people into
these mountains, we are fully-qualified Park Guides and,
therefore, we can show interested visitors both naturalistic
and anthropic aspects of Stelvio National Park.
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LEGEND of the excursions
•
•
•
•
EASY ROUTE
range of altitude 300m, 4-6km total walking distance,
about 4 hours’ walking time.
Botanical route: fee € 5.00; times: 10.00h - 15.00h.
Mycological route: fee € 8.00 which includes the
permit for collecting mushrooms; times: 9.00h 16.00h.
EASY TO MODERATELY DIFFICULT ROUTE
range of altitude 500-600m, 6-8km total walking
distance, about 5-6 hours’ walking time.
Fee € 8.00; times: 8.30h/9.00h - 17.00h.
MODERATELY DIFFICULT ROUTE
range of altitude 800-1000m, 8-10km total walking
distance, about 6-7 hours’ walking time.
Fee € 10.00; times: 8.00h - 17.00h.
DIFFICULT ROUTE
range of altitude 1200m, 10km total walking distance,
about 8 hours’ walking time.
Fee: € 12.00 plus shuttle bus ticket (Laghi Corvo and
Cima Collecchio); € 12.00 plus cable car / chair lift
ticket (Mantova al Vioz Refuge), € 20.00 plus overnight
stay (Cima Cevedale, Cima Sternai and Punta Linke),
€ 25.00 (Careser-Dorigoni).
NOTE: 50% reduction for children up to 14 years of age
who are accompanied by an adult.
Bookings: by 18.00h on the day before the date of the
chosen walk at the Park Visitor Centers.
Equipment: walking boots, rucksack, parka-coat and flask.
Colours | Luca Arduini
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SUMMER
JUNE
Tuesday
Wednesday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
21 PEIO
22 RABBI
28 PEIO
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
Discovering Monumental Larches
29 RABBI
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
Discovering Monumental Larches
30 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
JULY
Tuesday
6 RABBI
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
Discovering Monumental Larches
Thursday
7 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
Saturday/
Sunday
Saturday
9 PEIO
Glaciological excursion
Careser-Dorigoni
Laghi Corvo and Cima Collecchio
Tuesday
12 PEIO
Wednesday
5 PEIO
9 RABBI
13 RABBI
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
Discovering Monumental Larches
Thursday
14 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
Saturday
16 PEIO
Historical excursion
Saturday
16 RABBI
Botanical excursion
19 PEIO
20 RABBI
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
Discovering Monumental Larches
Thursday
21 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
Saturday/
Sunday
Saturday
23 PEIO
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23 RABBI
Monte Vioz and Punta Linke
26 PEIO
27 RABBI
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
Discovering Monumental Larches
Thursday
28 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
Saturday/
Sunday
Saturday/
Sunday
30 PEIO
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30 RABBI
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Glaciological excursion
Cima Cevedale
Glaciological excursion
Cima Sternai
Wednesday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Cima Vioz | Umberto Zanella
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Laghi Corvo and Cima Collecchio
AUGUST
Tuesday
Wednesday
2 PEIO
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
3 RABBI
Discovering Monumental Larches
Thursday
4 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
Saturday
6 PEIO
Historical excursion
Saturday
6 RABBI
Mycological excursion
9 PEIO
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
Tuesday
Wednesday
10 RABBI
Discovering Monumental Larches
Thursday
11 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
Saturday
13 PEIO
Glaciological excursion
Careser-Dorigoni
Saturday
13 RABBI
Botanical excursion
16 PEIO
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
Tuesday
Wednesday
17 RABBI
Discovering Monumental Larches
Thursday
18 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
Saturday/
Sunday
20 PEIO
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Monte Vioz and Punta Linke
Saturday/
Sunday
20 RABBI
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Glaciological excursion
Cima Sternai
23 PEIO
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
Tuesday
Wednesday
24 RABBI
Discovering Monumental Larches
Thursday
25 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
Saturday/
Sunday
27 PEIO
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Glaciological excursion
Cima Cevedale
27 RABBI
Mycological excursion
30 PEIO
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
31 RABBI
Discovering Monumental Larches
Saturday
Tuesday
Wednesday
SEPTEMBER
Thursday
1 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
Saturday
3 PEIO
Glaciological excursion
Careser-Dorigoni
Saturday
3 RABBI
Laghi Corvo and Cima Collecchio
6 PEIO
7 RABBI
Larcher Refuge and round-trip
of the lakes
Discovering Monumental Larches
8 PEIO
Mantova al Vioz Refuge
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Lago Corvo
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SUMMER
IN THE STELVIO
NATIONAL PARK
WITHOUT A CAR
SHUTTLE-BUS TIMETABLE
PEIO: summer shuttle-bus “Val di Pejo”
In the Peio Valley, a daily shuttle-bus is available with the
purpose to simplifying the transfer from one village to
another, particularly for the hamlets Celentino, Strombiano
and Comasine to reach the more touristy centers of Cogolo,
Peio Fonti and Peio Paese. The timetables of the shuttlebus are pre-arranged according to the need of people who
effect the thermal treatments in Peio Fonti, who visit the
War Museum in Peio Paese, Grazioli House in Strombiano
and the ethnographic Museum “Small alpine world” in
Celentino.
Every day from Monday to Saturday from June 27 to
September 3.
Daily ticket price: € 3.00 per person. Free for facilities’
guests which adhere to Consorzio Turistico Pejo 3000, for
residents and for people who undergo thermal treatments in
the Thermal Baths of Pejo.
Transport is organized from Consorzio Turistico Pejo 3000,
Municipality of Peio and Thermal Baths of Pejo.
For the timetable, please check the website
www.visitvaldipejo.it.
RABBI: shuttle-bus Còler - Stablasolo
Every day there is a shuttle-bus in Rabbi Valley running from
Còler to Stablasolo, where it is possible to take the path to
the Saènt waterfalls, the most spectacular “water’s jumps”
of the Stelvio National Park. Continuing, you can reach
the plain of Saènt, idyllic alpine pasture, kingdom of the
marmot and point of departure of “The path of Monumental
Larches”.
The shuttle bus (from the car park to Malga Stablasolo)
operates daily from June 25 to September 4,
plus the weekends September 10-11 and 17-18.
Timetable: from 8.00h to 19.00h. Frequency: every 30 minutes.
Bus ticket price: € 2.00 (single price per round trip).
Car- park at the “Ramoni al Còler” daily from June 25 to
September 4, plus the weekends September 10-11 and 17-18.
Timetable: from 7.00h to 19.00h. Parking ticket: € 3.00.
Malga Stablét
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RABBI: shuttle-bus to Malga Monte Sole and Malga Cercen
Wednesdays and Fridays, from June 29 to September 9
DEPARTURE Tourist Office at San Bernardo
1st STOP Car-park Plan
2nd STOP Church at Rabbi Fonti
3rd STOP Car-park Fontanón
ARRIVAL Malga Monte Sole
ARRIVAL Malga Cercen Bassa
7.40h
7.43h
7.45h
7.55h
8.15h
8.45h 9.50h 10.50h
8.48h 9.53h 10.53h
8.50h 9.55h 10.55h
9.00h 10.05h 11.10h
9.15h 10.20h 11.25h
9.20h
• The first course on Friday and the first and the second
courses on Wednesday are from and to Malga Cercen,
the other trips are from and to Malga Monte Sole.
• Fridays, the first two courses are reserved for the
participants of the Park’s activities (unless seats are free).
RABBI: shuttle-bus to Malga Samocleva and Malga Caldesa
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, from June 28 to
September 10
DEPARTURE Tourist Office at San Bernardo
1st STOP Car-park Plan
2nd STOP Church at Rabbi Fonti
3rd STOP Piazzola di Rabbi
4th STOP Car-park Cavallar
ARRIVAL Malga Samocleva
ARRIVAL Malga Caldesa Bassa
8.00h
8.03h
8.05h
8.14h
8.20h
8.30h
8.30h
9.00h
9.03h
9.05h
9.14h
9.20h
9.30h
9.30h
10.00h
10.03h
10.05h
10.14h
10.20h
10.30h
10.30h
11.00h
11.03h
11.05h
11.14h
11.20h
11.30h
11.30h
• Tuesdays, the courses are from and to Malga Samocleva.
• Thursdays, the courses are from and to Malga Caldesa
Bassa.
• Saturdays, the first two courses are from and to Malga
Samocleva; whereas the last two trips are from and to
Malga Caldesa Bassa.
• On the occasion of the mycological exhibition there are
some courses, from and to Malga Caldesa Bassa, with the
same timetable, on Sunday, August 28.
• The third course on Tuesday and the first trip on Saturday
are reserved for the participants of the Park’s activities
(unless seats are available).
Return from the Malghe (Samocleva, Caldesa Bassa, Monte
Sole and Cercen) is between 17.00h and 19.00h, and it
must be booked in advance before 15.00h by telephoning:
0461-493639.
Single ticket: € 3.00 per person. Return ticket: € 5.00
per person. Children of less than 1m height, who are
accompanied by an adult, travel free of charge.
NOTE: The ticket must be bought at the Visitor Center in
Rabbi Fonti (0461-493639) and the journey booked. In case
of bad weather, the ticket is not refundable.
ONLY 8 passengers per trip.
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SUMMER
SUMMER SPECIAL
IN THE PEIO VALLEY
July:
From July 3 to 10
LIVING WATER
A rich experience around the world of water in the Peio
Valley between nature, culture and relaxation.
The water, in its different shapes, generated social life and
the economy of the mountain territory of the Peio Valley.
During this week we suggest a program with meetings,
activities and experiences for knowing the past and the
present of our community:
• exciting thematic and didactic excursions;
• interesting guided visits and cultural evenings,
conferences, concerts, original laboratories for
children, discovery of the ancient works and evocative
handcrafted traditions and much more.
An initiative of: Thermal Baths of Pejo, Museum “Small
alpine world”, Municipality of Peio, Consorzio Turistico
Pejo 3000 and Stelvio National Park.
Sunday, July 24
“CAMINA E MAGNA” (WALK AND EAT)
11th edition
A cultural and gastronomic trial between the Valley’s
paths and villages. An initiative of: Municipality of Peio,
Consorzio Turistico Pejo 3000 (0463-754345), local
voluntary Associations.
August:
Wednesday, August 3 and 24
IN THE LIGHT OF SUN
Astronomical walk in the Park with an astrophysicist to
discover the mysteries of the sky and to observe our Star,
the Sun, with the aid of a telescope.
Meeting at 15.00h at the car park-bus stop in Peio Paese.
Duration: about two and a half hours. Participation fee:
€ 4.00. Information and bookings at the Park Information
Point in Cogolo (0461-493638).
Vipera berus | Paolo Panarotto
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Wednesday, August 10
THE NIGHT OF SAINT LORENZO: STARS AND MOON
Stars, constellations and planets in the Stelvio National
Park. Excursion to Malga Covel in the company of an
astrophysicist and telescope observations. Packed dinner.
Meeting at 18.30h at the church of San Rocco/sports field.
Participation fee: € 5.00.
You need to be equipped with headlamp (you can rent it at
the Park Information Point).
Information and bookings at the Park Information Point in
Cogolo (0461-493638).
Sunday, August 14
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S STARS
Astronomical walk to Malga Covel and telescope
observations in the company of an astrophysicist
Packed dinner. Meeting at 18.30h at the church of San
Rocco/sports field. Participation fee: € 5.00.
You need to be equipped with headlamp (you can rent it at
the Park Information Point).
Information and bookings at the Park Information Point in
Cogolo (0461-493638).
September:
Friday, 2 – Saturday, 3 – Sunday, 4
COMMEMORATION OF KAISERSCHUTZEN
Friday, September 2 at the Thermal Baths’ Auditorium in
Peio Fonti, at 21.00h: historical evening with choir.
Saturday, September 3: independent alpinist excursion with
the laying down of the crown at Piz Giumella and at 21.00h
at the Thermal Baths’ Auditorium in Peio Fonti: historical
evening.
Sunday, September 4 at the graveyard in San Rocco Peio
Paese: at 9.00h memorial to the fallen in war. Holy Mass at
10.00h and than ceremony.
From Thursday, September 8 to Sunday, 11
AGRICULTURE FESTIVAL
Rich program of guided visits to the farms, excursions,
activities and demonstrations, documentary and film shows,
agricultural shows and exhibitions, the “smalgada” of the
cows to Cogolo and hamlet’s Palio.
Thursday, September 8
the Return of flock from Malga Covel to Peio Paese for the
shearing.
Edited by the farmer Association of the Peio Valley and local
voluntary Association.
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SUMMER
SUMMER SPECIAL
IN THE RABBI VALLEY
July:
Sunday, July 31
WALK THROUGH THE RABBI FARMSTEADS
Non-competitive contest into the wonderful landscape of
the Stelvio National Park.
An initiative of: Rabbi Vacanze and Sci Club Rabbi.
Information: Rabbi Vacanze (0463-985048).
August:
Sunday, August 14
“CERESETUM”
A walk between roads and farmsteads of the hamlet Ceresé,
to relive history and flavours of yore in Rabbi.
An initiative of: Rabbi Vacanze, Rabbi Valley Associations
and Municipality of Rabbi.
Information: Rabbi Vacanze (0463-985048).
Wednesday, August 17 and 31
IN THE LIGHT OF SUN
Astronomical walk in the Park with an astrophysicist to
discover the mysteries of the sky and to observe our Star,
the Sun, with the aid of a telescope.
Meeting at 15.00h at the Visitor Center in Rabbi Fonti. Own
transport up to the Cavallar car-park. Duration: about two
and a half hours. Participation fee: € 4.00. Information and
bookings at the Visitor Center in Rabbi Fonti (0461-493639).
September:
Sunday, September 18 – Rabbi Fonti
THE “DESMALGHJADÅ” FROM CERCEN - 12th
Edition
The return of cows and sheep from the summer’ pastures
on the Alps, festively decorated for this great day. “El
disnar del malghiar”: lunch with typical specialties. Local
street markets and many other activities (parade, shows,
traditional dance etc.).
An initiative of: Sci Club Rabbi and Malga Cercen.
Summer in Campisòl | Fausto Ceschi
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EXHIBITIONS
From June 25 to September 11
Malga Talé
“A life on the edge”
Photographic exhibition dedicated to the rock ptarmigan,
edited by the Stelvio National Park.
Opening time: 9.30h-12.30h and 14.30h-17.30h, daily
except on Wednesday
From August 19 to 21
In the room of the rectory in San Bernardo di Rabbi
“The magic world of mushrooms”
Exhibition edited by Mycological Group “G. Bresadola” Val
di Sole.
Opening time: 15.30h-19.00h and 20.30h-22.30h
Admission free.
From August 26 to 28
Park offices in Cogolo (Via Roma, 65)
“The magic world of mushrooms”
Exhibition edited by Mycological Group “G. Bresadola” Val
di Sole.
Opening time: 15.30h-19.00h and 20.30h-22.30h
Admission free.
Saturday, August 27 and Sunday, 28
Malga Caldesa bassa
“Identifying mushrooms”
Exhibition edited by Mycological Group Anaune “G. Luchi”.
Opening time: 9.00h-17.00h
Admission free.
Rock ptarmigan | Luciano Casagranda
Mushrooms | Davide Biagi
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AUTUMN
MAGICAL COLOURS
RED DEER RUTTING
CAMOUFLAGED IN THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT TO
OBSERVE THE RED DEER’S COURTING RITUAL
Many animal species live in the Park. The most imposing
animal is the red deer, a hoofed animal which is active
at dusk and dawn, and may be observed in woodland
clearings. In autumn, its courting behaviour is fascinating
to watch: strange sounds, colours and odours intermingle
with vocal contests, all of which aim to conquer the female
harem.
It is a truly fascinating experience to watch this ritual in
the Peio and Rabbi valleys, where the red deer density is
amongst the highest in the Alps.
The walks do not present any particular difficulties, but
they do require a certain familiarity with day trips in the
mountains.
FOLLOWING RED DEER TRACKS
Guided walks aiming to help participants to understand the
behaviour of red deer in its natural habitat.
• Sunday, September 25
PEIO – full-day excursion
ITINERARY: own transport up to Malga Pontevecchio
(1762m), Malga Verdignana (2076m), Lago Lame
(2277m) and return to Malga Mare.
Meeting at 6.30h at the Park Information Point in Cogolo.
Return at about 15.30h.
• Friday, September 30
PEIO – evening excursion
ITINERARY: Malga Frattasecca (1550m).
Meeting at 20.30h at the Tourist Information Office in
Peio Fonti. Return at about 23.00h.
Red deer rutting | Anna Floriana Garofalo
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• Sunday, September 18 and October 2
RABBI – full-day excursion
ITINERARY: area of particular naturalistic interest to be
decided in the Rabbi Valley.
Meeting at 6.30h at the Visitor Center in Rabbi Fonti.
Return at about 15.30h.
• Friday, September 23
RABBI – evening excursion
ITINERARY: Malga Fratte (1482m).
Meeting at 20.30h at the Visitor Center in Rabbi Fonti.
Return at about 23.00h.
• Sunday, October 9
RABBI – full-day excursion
ANIMALS AND COLOURS OF THE WOOD IN
AUTUMN
ITINERARY: own transport up to Fontanon car park
(1549m), Malga Monte Sole (2048m), Malga Villar
(2020m), Malga Cercen (1969m).
Meeting at 8.00h at the Visitor Center in Rabbi Fonti.
Return at about 17.00h.
Own transport and packed lunch.
Clothing: rucksack, parka-coat, woollen jumper, walking
boots.
Bookings by 17.00h of the previous day or by 11.00h for the
evening excursions at the Park Visitor Centers.
Participation fee:
evening excursion: € 5.00
full-day excursion: € 10.00
For group bookings, the walks may be organized on different
days.
The Organisation declines any responsibility for damages to
persons and things before, during and after the excursions.
In case of rain the walk could be cancelled.
There may be some changes in the programme.
At the Park Visitor Centers in Cogolo and in Rabbi Fonti
it is possible to rent free of charge the rucksack to carry
children during the excursions discovering the Park. Ask for
information, security deposit € 10.00.
Black grouse | Denis Bertanzetti
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WINTER 2016-2017
IN THE SNOW… IN SILENCE…
VERY SLOWLY
FOOTPRINTS IN THE SNOW
Daytime excursions - full-day or half a day
and evening excursions with snowshoes (“ciaspole”).
Apart from being an opportunity to learn how to walk
through the snow with this traditional footwear, it is an
occasion to get to know the naturalistic aspects of the Park.
TIMES and MEETING POINT:
• For the full-day excursions, departure at 9.00h from the
Visitor Center in Rabbi and at 9.30h from the car-park at the
bus stop in Peio Paese. Return at about 16.00h. Packed lunch
at Rabbi; packed lunch or possibility to eat at the refuge at
Peio.
• For the morning excursions, departure at 9.00h from the
Visitor Center in Rabbi and from the car-park at the bus stop
in Peio Paese. Return at about 12.30h.
• For the afternoon excursions, departure at 14.00h from the
Visitor Center in Rabbi and at 14.15h from the car-park at the
bus stop in Peio Paese. Return at about 17.30h.
• For the late-afternoon excursions, departure at 15.00h from
the Visitor Center in Rabbi. Return at about 19.00h. Own
transport.
• For the evening excursions, departure at 20.45h from the
Visitor Center in Rabbi and at 21.00h from the square where
the cable-car leaves in Peio Fonti. Return at about 23.30h.
Fox | Paolo Mignosa
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PARTICIPATION FEE INCLUDING EQUIPMENT HIRE
For full-day excursions: € 15.00 per person.
For half a day excursions: € 10.00 per person.
For evening excursions: € 12.00 per person.
Additional information for participants:
• Itineraries pass through the Rabbi and Peio Valleys. The
exact route is determined for each occasion on the basis of
the prevailing snow and of the general weather conditions.
• The excursions do not present any technical difficulties,
but they do require a minimum of experience with regard
to walking in the mountains.
• For group bookings, the walks may be organized on
different days.
• Bookings by 17.00h of the previous day or by 11.00h for
the evening excursions at the Park Visitor Centers.
• The Park declines all responsibilities for possible accidents
happening during activities.
• At the Park Visitor Centers in Cogolo and in Rabbi Fonti
it is possible to rent free of charge the rucksack to carry
children during the excursions discovering the Park. Ask
for information, security deposit € 10.00.
RECOMMENDED CLOTHING:
Parka-coat, gloves, woollen hat, sunglasses, walking boots
or heavy winter shoes (with laces - no moon boots).
Alpine ibex | Diego Bonafè
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WINTER 2016-2017
EXCURSIONS WITH
SNOWSHOES
December 2016
Thursday 8
PEIO Evening excursion with snowshoes
Friday 9
RABBI Late-afternoon excursion with snowshoes
Saturday 10
PEIO Full-day excursion with snowshoes
Sunday 11
RABBI Morning excursion with snowshoes
Friday 23
PEIO Evening excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Late-afternoon excursion with snowshoes
Saturday 24
PEIO Full-day excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Morning excursion with snowshoes
Monday 26
PEIO Afternoon excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Evening excursion with snowshoes
Tuesday 27
PEIO Morning excursion with snowshoes
PEIO Evening excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Late-afternoon excursion with snowshoes
Wednesday 28
PEIO Full-day excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Evening excursion with snowshoes
Thursday 29
PEIO Morning excursion with snowshoes
PEIO Evening excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Late-afternoon excursion with snowshoes
Friday 30
PEIO Afternoon excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Evening excursion with snowshoes
Saturday 31
PEIO
PEIO
RABBI
RABBI
Full-day excursion with snowshoes
Evening excursion with snowshoes *
Full-day excursion with snowshoes
Evening excursion with snowshoes *
NOTE: for the excursions of 31 December 2016, the
participation fee amounts to € 20.00, which includes
sparkling wine and “panettone”.
Stoat | Christian Simon
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Chamoises |
Andrea Izzotti
January 2017
Sunday 1
PEIO Afternoon excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Late-afternoon excursion with snowshoes
Monday 2
PEIO Morning excursion with snowshoes
PEIO Evening excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Full-day excursion with snowshoes
Tuesday 3
PEIO Full-day excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Evening excursion with snowshoes
Wednesday 4
PEIO Evening excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Late-afternoon excursion with snowshoes
Thursday 5
PEIO Morning excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Full-day excursion with snowshoes
Friday 6
PEIO Afternoon excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Evening excursion with snowshoes
Saturday 7
RABBI Afternoon excursion with snowshoes
Sunday 8
PEIO Full-day excursion with snowshoes
RABBI Morning excursion with snowshoes
From January 9 to April 17, 2017
Every Tuesday: evening excursion in Peio
Every Wednesday:morning excursion in Peio
evening excursion in Rabbi
Every Thursday: afternoon excursion in Peio
Every Friday:
late-afternoon excursion in Rabbi
Every Saturday: afternoon excursion in Rabbi
Every Sunday:
full-day excursion in Peio
morning excursion in Rabbi
Monday, April 17: morning excursion in Peio
late-afternoon excursion in Rabbi
Hare | Mauro Mariotti
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AND FOR ALL THE YEAR...
THE THERMAL
BATHS OF PEJO
1390 m a.s.l.
CURE AND REST IN CONTACT
WITH NATURE
The Thermal Baths of Pejo, completely renovated in the
structure and indoors, open from June 6 to October 8 and
from December 19 to April 2, 2017.
The spring of the mineral water from the Antica Fonte (Ancient
Spring), the Fonte Alpina (Alpine Spring) and the Nuova
Fonte (New Spring) lies in the high mountains of the OrtlesCevedale group in the heart of Stelvio National Park. The
cold, bicarbonate, alkaline and ferrous water is used for the
treatment of high blood pressure, anaemia, organic problems,
skin diseases, gastric troubles and metabolic illnesses.
The treatment is mainly based on the mineral water; there is
inhalation treatment, balneotherapy, inhalation of the gases
from sulphur-rich water, phototherapy with ultraviolet lamps,
as well as physiotherapy practised in the water.
The Thermal Baths, with their Congress Center, also offer
“Fitness and Well-being”, thereby combining a holiday in the
mountains with the beneficial application of mineral water.
The Health Center offers swimming pool, gym, collective
whirlpool, water massage, water treading, Turkish bath,
aromatic baths, as well as therapeutic and relaxing massages.
Via delle Acque Acidule, 3 – 38024 PEIO FONTI (TN)
tel. 0463-753226 – fax: 0463-743207
www.termepejo.it – [email protected]
THE THERMAL
BATHS OF RABBI 1222 m a.s.l.
SINCE 1666 THE THERMAL
CURE OF THE EMPRESS
Opening times: from May 23 to September 24
The Ancient Spring’s water, is renowned since ancient times
like “elisir naturale”. It is a mineral water, abounding in
mineral salts, acidulous, chalybeate, sodium and containing
bicarbonate. The carbon dioxide content, which is amongst
the highest in Europe, leaves numerous mineral elements
in solution, thereby lending the water its well-known
therapeutic characteristics.
Traditional treatments include: rheumatic illness, circulation
problems (venous, lymphatic and arterial), disturbances of
the micro cycle (cellulite), rhinitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis,
anemia and gastrointestinal system diseases.
The new thermal center, which is recognized by the Italian
National Health Service and the Italian National Institute
for Health at the Place of Work for the treatment of these
diseases, thereby combines the quality of its water with the
beautiful surroundings of Stelvio National Park, allowing
the visitor to have the traditional thermal treatment as well
as to enjoy several “regenerating” programs, with great
attention to the cellulite’s treatment.
at Rabbi Fonti, 162 – 38020 RABBI (TN)
tel. 0463-983000 – fax: 0463-985070
www.termedirabbi.it – [email protected]
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THE PARK FOR
EVERYONE
There are two fascinating walks, suitable also for disabled
people, in the Peio and Rabbi valleys.
Animal Wildlife Center: from the path you may observe
red and roe deer, born and brought up in this area, at a
close distance. The presentation in the Visitor Center offers
another opportunity to get to know the characteristics of the
most important animals that live in the Park.
PEIO
2
The path of the sawmills and woods: here you may visit
an ancient, water-driven, Venetian sawmill, amongst the
roaring noise of the Ragaiolo waterfall, and follow a trail
which gives you the opportunity to get to know the many
naturalistic aspects of the Park.
RABBI
5
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AND FOR ALL THE YEAR...
PARK’S FACILITIES
INFORMATION POINT
IN COGOLO
COGOLO
1
At the Information Point in Cogolo, where brochures and
publications edited by the Park are available, the staff give
our visitors useful information about proposals, programmes
and activities of the Park.
You can also buy gadgets and souvenirs about the Park.
Times of opening: daily, from 9.00h to 12.00h and from
15.00h to 18.00h.
In summer, from June 27 to September 11, daily with this
timetable:
from Monday to Friday: 9.00h - 12.00h and 15.00h - 19.00h
Saturday and Sunday: 9.00h - 12.00h and 15.00h - 18.00h
Information: tel. 0461-493638 - [email protected]
Piazza Municipio, 4 – Cogolo di Peio (TN)
ANIMAL WILDLIFE CENTER
PEIO
2
The Animal Wildlife Center of Peio, situated on the road
between Peio Fonti and Peio Paese, is home to red and roe
deer.
The “Red Deer House” consists of a modern information
office and a characteristic Visitor Center, where even our
youngest visitors may discover the characteristics of the
animal species present in the protected area, their behaviour
and how they have adapted to the rigid winters.
Entry: € 1.00 per adult, € 0.50 for children under 14 years
of age (and pupils).
Times of opening: daily, from 10.00h to 12.00h and from
14.30h to 17.00h.
In summer: from June 18 to September 11, daily with this
timetable: 9.00h - 13.00h and 15.00h - 19.00h.
Information: tel. 0461-493641
At Runcal – Peio Fonti (TN)
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MALGA TALÉ
PEIO
3
After the reconstruction of Malga Talé, it was decided to use it
as a framework for a particular topic: the Tetraonidae-family
and its complex adaptation strategies to the environment.
The easily accessible building is situated on a pasture
ground that is particularly favoured by these mysterious
wild birds. On an adjacent clearing, in the surrounding
spruce woodland and on the highest peaks, you may find
capercaillie, black grouse, hazel grouse and ptarmigan.
The informative exposition that has been set up inside Malga
Talé follows the technique of bird-watching: the visitor is
the protagonist of a journey that will lead him to discover,
by observation, the Galliformes in their natural habitat that
has been reconstructed using sounds and images.
The tracks left by these elegant birds in the woodland and
on the snow, their feeding habits, techniques of camouflage,
dimorphism and the courting ritual of the black grouse all
represent a fascinating topic.
The itinerary is suitable for disabled people.
Entry: € 2.00 per adult, € 1.00 for children under 14 years
of age (and pupils)
Times of opening: in summer, from June 25 to September
11, daily except on Wednesday, from 9.30h to 12.30h and
from 14.30h to 17.30h.
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THE VISITOR CENTRE OF RABBI
RABBI
4
In the Visitor Centre, where brochures and publications
edited by the Park are available, the staff give our visitors
useful information on programmes regarding the Park’s
activities and excursions.
Apart from the room used for meetings and the projection
of videos, there is another room that is reserved for displays
where the visitor may observe the shapes and colours of
the most common animal species in the Park. The centre
of the display is the reproduction of an eighteenth century
Venetian sawmill, situated on the banks of the Torrente
Rabbiés, which passes close to the Visitor Centre. The
virtual journey across the Park also includes a collection
of photos showing protected plant species, as well as
information panels that describe the reproductive cycle of
mushrooms and characteristics of eagle and of birds from
the Tetraonidae-family.
The visitor then enters the adjacent room where he finds
drawings representing the four seasons, showing the
mountain peaks that surround Val di Rabbi. In front of the
drawings, a landscape has been reproduced during the
various seasons, also showing the footprints left by the
animals passing by.
On entering the room, the visitor is struck by background
sounds: gurgling water, the cries of the alpine chough and
the whistle of the chamois give the visitor the illusion of
being part of a real life scene.
Times of opening: daily, except on Wednesday, from 9.00h
to 12.00h and from 14.00h to 17.00h.
In summer, from June 27 to September 11, daily with this
timetable:
from Monday to Friday: 8.00h - 12.00h and 15.00h - 19.00h
Saturday and Sunday: 9.00h - 12.00h and 15.00h - 18.00h
Information: tel. 0461-493639 – [email protected]
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VENETIAN SAWMILLS
RABBI
5
In the past, sawmills with a water-wheel were very common.
Water energy was utilized to cut tree trunks into floorboards
and beams. Today, very few of these ancient sawmills are
still functioning. In the 13th century, this type of sawmill
was introduced to the Trentino from the nearby Republic
of Venice, where they were already common; hence the
name “Venetian Sawmill”. In the Rabbi Valley, the waterdriven sawmills are, however, of more recent origin (the
18th century). With these sawmills, timber sawing became
easier, quicker, more precise and much less exhausting.
The muscular strength of two or three men was replaced by
water energy, and a single workman - the sawyer - sufficed
to carry out the various phases of the work. In the Rabbi
Valley, this particular industry flourished until the 1960s.
In the Rabbi Valley there are two Venetian sawmills at Fonti/
Plan: the sawmill “dei Bègoi” and the sawmill “dei Braghje”,
both have recently been restored by the Park’s work force.
Their working mechanisms were also overhauled, now both
sawmills are fully functioning and they will be put in motion
on request for groups or on the occasion of the guided visits
“Water and wood: Venetian sawmills” on Tuesdays, from
June 21 to September 6.
CASÈL (DAIRY)
OF SOMRABBI
RABBI
6
In this ancient dairy, which was built in 1858, an exhibition
has been set up containing 127 utensils, once used to
transform milk into cheese.
In the entrance hall, the visitor’s attention is focused on a
huge open fireplace and copper cauldrons, which are the
symbol of the museum. Large wall panels describe and show
pictures of the most important steps of the milk processing.
Times of opening: the dairy is open during the guided visit
“The milky way” on Thursdays, from June 23 to September
8, or on request by groups consisting of a minimum of 10
persons.
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AND FOR ALL THE YEAR...
PLAYING AND LEARNING
DISCOVER THE PARK PLAYING
RABBI 7
Getting to know the Park and enjoying yourselves is a
fascinating adventure that, in the Val di Saènt, is tinted
with the colours and sounds of nature. Making discoveries
and new experiences by using one’s senses is the theme of
“The Park Game”, in an area for playing and learning that
has been created to give boys and girls an opportunity to
experience fully the sensations produced by a contact with
nature. The activities in this games area make use of very
different materials: iron, air, stone, wood and water that are
part of the protected area’s environment and help to describe
its territory, plants and animals. How do the players in this
game move about? They take on the shapes of the animals
that live here, such as red deer, marmot, eagle and… man.
The information available on notes and information panels
stimulates the children’s fantasy, and they will learn to
observe the environment and to find out more about the
Park. The area for playing and learning is located on the very
spot where masses of detritus, which was washed down the
slope, accumulated after the landslide in September 1999,
devastating the Val di Saènt.
From June to September.
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THE VISITOR CENTER STABLÉT
RABBI 8
The Visitor Center Stablét is dedicated to the life and behaviour
of marmots, a very common rodent that lives on high-altitude
alpine grassland. The Center was set up in an old summerfarm in the mountains, which was restored and equipped for
the purpose.
With the help of simple descriptive panels, visitors discover
the physical particulars of marmots and gets to know their
way of life.
The images show the winter hibernation, “waking-up” in
spring, the family life organization and the daily “work” of
this charming rodent. A large model illustrates the interior of a
typical marmot den, the small living-space which is its retreat.
For more information, the Center has a small room where
visitors may watch a video about marmots.
The Visitor Centre is placed at the feet of the well-known and
spectacular Saènt waterfalls, of Prà di Saènt, also called “The
marmots’ meadow” and near to the “Path of the Monumental
Larches”.
Times of opening: the Visitor Center Stablét is open daily, from
June 25 to September 11 from 10.00h to 17.00h.
THE “PATH TO THE
MONUMENTAL LARCHES”
RABBI
9
This educational-naturalistic path has been created to offer
visitors the possibility to get to know, and to appreciate, some
of the natural characteristics in the upper Val di Saènt of the
Rabbi Valley. However within a landscape containing such a
varied and rich flora and fauna, a similar initiative in any case
addresses many different topics. In particular, the path offers
visitors the opportunity to see around twenty huge centuriesold larch trees which grow on a steep rocky slope above the
pasture of Saènt (Prà di Saènt). The path leads up the slope,
passes the biggest and most interesting trees, and finally
comes out by the main footpath going up to the Dorigoni
Refuge. Apart from these majestic trees, the path also offers
other attractions and interesting moments. Every one of the
old trees has a name: “Big Arch” (“Grande arco”); “Larch
of the Eagles” (“Il larice delle aquile”); “Two Lives” (“Due
vite”); “Dinosaur” (“Il dinosauro”); “Five Trunks” (“Cinque
tronchi”); “The Loner” (“Il solitario”); “He’s Still Alive” (“Eppur
vive”); “Totem” (“Il totem”) and so on, which tells the visitor
something of the special characteristics of each tree, and all
the data worth knowing for each tree is presented on a panel.
Guided easy to moderately difficult excursions “Discovering
the Monumental Larches”: every Wednesday from June 22 to
September 7.
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IN THE PARK YOU CAN
VISIT TOO…
WAR MUSEUM
PEIO
10
The museum was founded in Peio Paese in July 2003, the
highest Town hall of the entire Hapsburg Empire (1579m).
The objective of the exhibition “Peio 1914-1918: the war
on our front-door” is to bring back to life an important
chapter of our community’s history. As a visitor, you are
not merely confronted with a collection of war relics and
weapons, but are also invited to embark on a travel back
in time to understand and discover a world not so far from
today’s reality, but so often unknown. Objects from daily
life, equipment, weapons, documents, photographs, books
and videos will help us remember, so that we may never
forget a past that is not as distant as it might seem.
Times of opening: daily from June 18 to September 18:
• from June 18 to July 31 and from August 29 to September 18 and during the Christmas holidays: from 10.00h
to 12.00h and 16.00h to 19.00h;
• from August 1 to 28: from 10.00h to 12.00h and from
15.00h to 19.00h.
Groups should telephone: 348-7400942. Entrance fee offer
at your discretion.
E-mail: [email protected] – www.meseopejo.it
RUATTI MILL
PRACORNO DI RABBI
11
For at least seven centuries the waters of the river Rabbiés
set in motion the big wheels of the Mill.
Connected to the productive structure are living rooms and
others premises which all offer a little understanding of the
every day life in Rabbi Valley. On the wheels of the Mill,
the Virgin of Caravaggio, painted in the 1830, protects the
wayfarer and Santa Caterina with a wheel protects the miller.
The setting up offers the visitor a sort of memory spot, where
an overview on the rural society, the peasant economy of
Rabbi Valley is generally unveiled.
Times of opening:
• from June 4 to July 3
Saturdays and Sundays: 10.00h-12.00h and 14.30h-18.30h;
• from July 4 to September 18
Every day: 10.00h-12.00h and 14.30h-18.30h.
Every 30 minutes, guided visit to the Mill.
Laboratory about old grinding (activity for children from 4
to 12 years of age):
Wednesdays, from June 29 to August 31 (14.30h).
Laboratory about legends of the Rabbi Valley (activity for
children from 4 to 12 years of age):
Thursdays, from June 30 to September 1 (14.30h).
Laboratory about weaving (activity for children from 4 to
12 years of age):
Fridays, from July 1 to September 2 (14.30h).
Charge: entry to the mill: € 4.00; guided visit: € 5.00;
laboratory: € 6.00.
Information and bookings:
RUATTI MILL IN PRACORNO in the days and times of opening
Tel.: 0463-903166 – 339-8665415
E-mail: [email protected]
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LET US RESPECT
NATURE
When you visit the
Park, remember...
1. Do not underestimate the
dangers of the mountains;
clothes and equipment should
be light, comfortable and
functional; and choose your
boots carefully.
2. Respect all no thoroughfare
signs and avoid using your car
unnecessarily.
3. Respect the Park’s tranquillity,
and walk in silence.
4. Keep to the roads and paths
and do not walk on the grass.
5. Do not pick or damage plants,
flowers or mushrooms, and
do not collect minerals.
6. Do not disturb the wild
animals.
7. Keep your dog on a leash.
8. Do not light fires outside the
designated barbecue areas,
and do not camp.
9. Do not leave your litter
behind; always take it back
down to the valley with you.
10. Never leave your group unless
absolutely necessary, and in
that case tell them where you
are going.
11. Collaborate in the
conservation and
protection of ecosystems
and of the beauty of this
landscape; respect the law
regarding the protection
of the environment! Any
contravention of these laws
is severely punished by the
authorities.
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TRENTINO EMERGENZA
In case of accident, also in the
mountains, always dial “118”
Mountain Rescue:
Peio: Stefano Dalla Valle 348-0005368
Rabbi: Franco Zappini 340-8199720
In case of fire, dial “115”
Visitor Center Rabbi
at Rabbi Fonti
38020 RABBI - TN
Tel. 0461-493639
E-mail: [email protected]
Times of opening: daily, except on
Wednesday, 9.00h - 12.00h and
14.00h - 17.00h.
In summer, from June 27 to September
11, daily with this timetable:
Mondays to Fridays:
8.00h - 12.00h and 15.00h - 19.00h
Saturdays and Sundays:
9.00h - 12.00h and 15.00h - 18.00h
Animal Wildlife Center in Peio
At Runcal
38024 PEIO FONTI - TN
Tel. 0461-493641
Times of opening: daily,
10.00h - 12.00h and 14.30h - 17.00h.
In summer, from June 18
to September 11, daily: 9.00h - 13.00h
and 15.00h - 19.00h
Head Office of the Stelvio
National Park - Trentino Section
Via Roma, 65
38024 COGOLO DI PEIO - TN
Tel. 0463-909770
E-mail: [email protected]
website: http://www.parcostelviotrentino.it/en;
Times of opening: Mondays to
Thursdays:
8.00h - 12.00h and 14.00h - 17.00h;
Fridays: 8.00h - 12.00h
For organizational reasons, the
opening hours of the Visitor Centers are
indicative only.
It is recommended to check the times
by phoning the Centers or Head Office.
OTHER USEFUL ADDRESSES:
Forestry Office in Peio
At the Animal Wildlife Center
Runcal
38024 PEIO FONTI - TN
e-mail: [email protected]
Forestry Office in Rabbi
at Rabbi Fonti
38020 RABBI - TN
e-mail: [email protected]
Cover photo: Squirrel - Claudio Oldrini.
Information Point Peio in Cogolo
Piazza Municipio, 4
38024 COGOLO DI PEIO - TN
Tel. 0461-493638
E-mail: [email protected]
Times of opening: daily, 9.00h - 12.00h
and 15.00h - 18.00h.
In summer, from June 27 to September
11, daily with this timetable:
Mondays to Fridays: 9.00h - 12.00h
and 15.00h - 19.00h
Saturdays and Sundays: 9.00h - 12.00h
and 15.00h - 18.00h
PHOTOS by Erika Albertini, Fausto Ceschi, Tiziano Mochen,
Cristina Moreschini, Paolo Moreschini.
Photographic Archive: Alpine Guides Val di Sole, Trentino
Sector of Stelvio National Park and Vioz Refuge.
FOR ALL INFORMATION
AND BOOKINGS
CONTACT: