recommended route
"Terre Verdi"
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/ La faggeta delle Terre Verdi, Altopiano di BrentonicoPhoto: APT Rovereto e Vallagarina - Graziano Galvagni, APT Rovereto e Vallagarina -
/ La faggeta delle Terre Verdi, Altopiano di BrentonicoPhoto: APT Rovereto e Vallagarina - Graziano Galvagni, APT Rovereto e Vallagarina
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/ La faggeta, Altopiano di BrentonicoPhoto: APT Rovereto e Vallagarina - Graziano Galvagni, APT Rovereto e Vallagarina
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/ Il "pianaz", faggeta e Terre Verdi, Altopiano di BrentonicoPhoto: APT Rovereto e Vallagarina - Graziano Galvagni, APT Rovereto e Vallagarina
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/ Terre VerdiPhoto: Apt Rovereto Vallagarina, APT Rovereto e Vallagarina
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/ Terre VerdiPhoto: Apt Rovereto Vallagarina, APT Rovereto e Vallagarina
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/ Villaggio Pianetti di San ValentinoPhoto: Apt Rovereto Vallagarina, APT Rovereto e Vallagarina
A hike through the beech tree forest in search of the mineral that rendered Brentonico famous.
moderate
Distance 8 km
3:17 h
327 m
340 m
A loop through the Parco del Monte Baldo. Descend from the San Valentino pass toward the pastures of Malga Pianeti. Then continue though the beech tree forest to discover the history of the mineral that rendered Brentonico famous. The terre verdi (green soils) was actually extracted from the areas quarries, then processed and sold all throughout Europe, and was even used for painting the facades of the stately palaces of Verona. Then climb back up the valley until reaching the Rifugio Fos-ce where you can rest or just take a break. Return to Passo di San Valentino along an easy road. A possible deviation upon the return: From Rifugio Fos-ce to Bès and back from the “Sentiero attrezzato delle Vipere”.
Difficulty
moderate
Stamina
Highest point
1,449 m
Lowest point
1,122 m
Best time of year
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Safety information
Easy hike suitable for children.
Please note that the practicability of the itineraries in a mountain environment is strictly linked to the contingent conditions and is therefore influenced by natural phenomena, environmental changes and weather conditions. For this reason, the information contained in this page may have changed. Before leaving for a tour, make sure the path you will approach is still accessible by contacting the owner of the mountain hut, the alpine guides or the visitor centres of the nature parks, the info offices of the local tourist board.
Start
Villaggio Pianetti - località San Valentino (1,317 m)
Coordinates:
DD
45.783111, 10.912088
DMS
45°46'59.2"N 10°54'43.5"E
UTM
32T 648634 5071728
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Destination
Rifugio Fos-ce
Turn-by-turn directions
By Passo San Valentino enter the Pianetti village. Once at the military cemetery, descend through beech woods to Malga Pianetti and the mines of Green Lands. Then go back up the valley to the Refuge Fos-ce through the path 654. Return from Graziani road. Possible diversion to return: from Fos-ce refuge up to and back from Bès "equipped trail of Vipers".
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
There are no regular buses that take you to the Pianetti di San Valentino Village. You can get there by bus to Brentonico. Consult the Trentino Trasporti timetables.
For more info call the Brentonico Tourist Office on tel. 0464 395149.
Getting there
From Rovereto: direction to Mori and then take the upland of Brentonico along the SP3 . Go through the village of Brentonico and at the junction take signs for San Valentino up to the Passo San Valentino .Parking
Parking area in Passo San Valentino.Coordinates
DD
45.783111, 10.912088
DMS
45°46'59.2"N 10°54'43.5"E
UTM
32T 648634 5071728
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
Waterproof shoes for possible stretches of path with the presence of small streams to crossBasic Equipment for Mountain Hikes
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Hiking socks
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
- Sunglasses
- Hiking poles
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
Technical Equipment for Mountain Hikes
- Climbing helmet as required
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Maps and trails
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Distance
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Ascent
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Descent
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Highest point
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Lowest point
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