Exploring the Trails of Lagorai: A Series of Hikes in Val Campelle and Beyond
Introduction At the end of the summer of 2024 and during autumn, I rediscovered Val Campelle for hiking. Although I had explored these places before, including ski touring during the winter, this time felt different. I was drawn back not just for the physical activity but because my focus shifted from purely sportive motivation to a deeper interest in the history and landscape. Why Val Campelle? At the beginning, I chose this place because of the availability of relatively long circular hikes. After my first excursion, combined with some past memories, I became curious to invest more time exploring this valley and nearby areas such as Val Malene. A Memorable Visit to Val Malene In 2023, I visited Val Malene, and more specifically, I hiked to Costabrunella Lake. Coincidentally, on the same day, a ceremony in memory of partisans was taking place, which significantly increased my interest. I had not known about the presence of partisans during the Seco...