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 Second World War, as I typically associate these places only with the First World War. More information about this can be found in the book Uomini e fatti del "Gherlenda": La Resistenza nella Valsugana orientale e nel Bellunese [1].

The Landscape of Val Campelle and Val Malene

Besides the historical significance, I am also deeply attracted to the landscape. Val Campelle offers gentle slopes, while Val Malene features more prominent mountains such as Cima d'Asta and impressive walls around Costabrunella Lake, including Cima Trento. Here, it is possible to undertake very long hikes in a day with minimal technical challenges.

Blogging About My Hikes

As a result, I decided to spend more time in these areas and, for each hike, dedicate a blog post. Please note that while my hikes are usually technically simple, some trails may have exposed sections and can be quite lengthy. Therefore, these excursions are best suited for individuals in good physical shape.

List of Planned Hikes in Lagorai and Val Campelle

In the coming months, I’ll be sharing detailed posts for each of these hikes. Each adventure will cover the essentials, from trail details to personal insights from the journey. Here’s a preview of what’s to come:

  1. Ponte di Conseria - Passo 5 Croci - Forcella Magna - Forcella Buse Todesche - Malga Caldenave - Ponte de Conseria
  2. Malga Sorgazza - Forcella Magna - Forcella Buse Todesche - Malga Sorgazza
  3. Cimon di Rava group.
  4. Bivacco Argentino.
  5. Forcella Val Regana - Passo della Croce

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