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On the European path E5 with taste
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Photo: E-Borghi, APT Trento, monte Bondone e Valle dei Laghi
Food and wine itinerary for trained walkers, to discover the local excellences, the history and the natural masterpieces of the Cembra Valley.
Mixed route, which follows part of the European Path E5, between paved roads that lead to the discovery of the ancient villages and the ruins of the Castle of Segonzano, dirt roads between the terraced vineyards that descend to the Avisio stream and the path that passes through the famous Earthpyramids.
All "seasoned" with some stops in the historic cellars and restaurants with km-0 products.
Author’s recommendation
We suggest you to check opening hours of the agriturismus and restaurants and to make a reservation. Among the points of interest we mention the Cantilaga bridge on the Avisio; in Piazzo di Segonzano the ruins of the Medieval Castle, the Immacolata Conzeione church and the Palazzo Baroni in Prato; the Earth Pyramids.
Track types
Safety information
Degree of difficulty according to the common symbolism: route E (on paved road, dirt road and path)
External risks present along the route: secondary roads busy by work vehicles mainly in spring and autumn, steepy downhill path to the geological site of the Pyramids of Segonzano
THE 10 RULES FOR HIKERS
- Prepare your itinerary beforehand
- Choose an itinerary that suits your physical abilities
- Choose suitable clothes and equipment
- Check the weather forecast
- Hiking by yourself is more risky; if this is the case, take a mobile phone with you
- Leave information about your itinerary and your expected return time
- If you are not sure about your itinerary, contact an Alpine Guide
- Pay attention to signposts and directions that you find along your way
- Do not hesitate in going back if you feel too tired
- In case of emergency call 112
Tips and hints
Ufficio Turistico Cembra - Tel. +39 0461 683110 - info@visitvaldicembra.it – www.visitvaldicembra.it
Along the way are to be found the following producers and restaurants:
- Home Restaurant Locanda del Passatore, Faver
- Paolazzi Distillery, Faver
- Butcher shop Paolazzi, Faver
- Barone in Prato Cellar, Piazzo di Segonzano
- Distillery and restaurant Locanda Giacomozzi, Stedro di Segonzano
- Ristobar Chiosco alle piramidi, Segonzano
Nearby we mention:
- Pilzer Distillery, Faver
- Hotel alle Piramidi restaurant, Segonzano
Start
Destination
Turn-by-turn directions
The itinerary starts from Faver, a small village characterised by the wine and food tradition still alive in the local producers, including the Paolazzi Distillery, the Paolazzi Butcher Shop and the Locanda del Passatore. From here, descend following European Path E5, along the ancient Corvaia trail, to the historic Cantillaga bridge over the Avisio river. From here, turn right in the direction of Piazzo. Near the cemetery, a diversion to the left leads to the ruins of Segonzano Castle, a panoramic viewpoint over the vineyards and of historical and cultural interest. After reaching the chapel of Sant'Antonio, we descend to the village of Piazzo, where the church of the Immacolata and the Baroni a Prato palace with the winery of the same name are located.
From here it is possible to return towards Faver or, taking the E5 again, climb up to the hamlet of Stedro where the Giacomozzi inn and distillery is located. From here, proceed gently uphill to the vantage point looking down on the Piramidi di Terra di Segonzano and descend along the path, which crosses the entire site, until reaching near the Regnana stream and the Chiosco alle Piramidi kiosk. A path leads back to the village of Piazzo from where you descend along the provincial road to the Friendship Bridge over the Avisio river. After crossing the bridge, turn immediately left along a secondary road that runs alongside the stream. Along the country roads that cross the vineyards, you climb up to Faver.
Parking
It is possible to leave your car in the village centre of Faver di Altavalle in the car park in the church square.
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Kompass – Bolzano Vigneti e Dolomiti, Val di Cembra, Val di Fiemme 1:50.000 - N° 74
Equipment
Hiking shoes, rain-jacket, hiking poles, water, snack and sun cream.
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