Brenta and Paganella Dolomites

The Cima Tosa, with its 3173 mts, the Campanil Bass (2883 mts), the other peaks of the Brenta Dolomites and Cima Paganella are the scene of several ascensions, countless paths, hiking and climbing at all levels, perfect for those who like eco-tourism traveling the classical access routes along the valley of the Brenta saws, climbing Pradel, through Valbiole or Selvapiana.

Here, professional hikers can experience the thrill of climbing and of the vie ferrate of the Brenta Dolomites, which have no equal in number and beauty, like for example the famous Via delle Bocchette, the most exciting equipped route of the Dolomites.

You can also go hiking on Paganella, one of the most beautiful mountains of , a smaller share (2124 mts), but with dominant views on the beautiful valley of the , the Brenta Dolomites and, on clear days, the lake Garda.

A Hiking program suitable for everyone

You learn to get to know the environment and natural heritage of inestimable value, which in Trentino is respected and protected thanks to the added value that gives the Brenta Paganella Dolomites’ Mountain Guides, available to explore the mountain in its wildest and unusual aspects.

The group, which was born on the plateau of Paganella, holds three generations of mountain guides, each with its own specialization. The activities range from simple and enjoyable one-day excursions to trips and nature walks for the family, educational visits to farms, climbing courses, walks along the railroads, classic climbs in the Dolomites and others.

The main proposal for the summer of 2012 contains the Cima Canfedin departing from , the sunrise on Piz Gadin (three dates in July and August) also departing from Andalo; the Rifugio Pedrotti and the circuit of the Refuges departing from ; a night visit to the Rifugio Croz always departing from Molveno and the “experience nature and taste the flavors of Mountain” proposal departing from Fai.

In addition, the Alpine Guides offer tours such as those devoted to distilled beverages, reading the stars in the Rifugio Montanara or orienteering for kids, and more (info: tel. +39 335 6959252 - +39 0461 585353, [email protected]).

For accommodation, you can contact the Farm Ai Castioni (via Belvedere 50 Molveno, mob. +39 333 1000647, www.agriturismomolveno.it). The Farm, nestled in the woods overlooking the Molveno Lake and the Dolomites, is made entirely of wood. A biomass boiler powers the heating system; the restaurant offers dishes from Trentino made of short distribution chain products.

The farm is part of the Quality Park Association, which has a program of sustainability for the entire territory shared between hoteliers, tour operators, food companies and schools, and also by its guests. www.visitdolomitipaganella.it