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Val di Sadole and the Great War - Tour 929

· 1 review · Mountainbiking · Val di Fiemme
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  • Malga (Dairy) Sadole
    Malga (Dairy) Sadole
    Photo: A. Campanile, APT Val di Fiemme
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Suggestive tour that reaches places of the First World War and explores one of the less known valleys in the Lagorai mountain chain.

ATTENTION: FROM VAL DI SADOLE THE RETURN TO ZIANO DI FIEMME MUST BE ON THE ASPHALTED ROAD

difficult
Distance 26.3 km
3:00 h
1,130 m
1,130 m
1,597 m
940 m

The name of the trail pays attention to the fact that you cross places that characterized the First World War, between the Austrian and the Italian front. Once at the destination, between the Cauriol mountain hut and Malga Sadole, you can see the Piccolo Cauriol. 

Monte Cauriol and Monte Cardinal were witnesses of the Great War, with thousands of deaths due to the fierce fighting, but also due to the frost and avalanches.

Author’s recommendation

Also suitable for E-MTB. Although the technical level required is not very high, the altitude difference still requires good physical fitness. E-bike charging station at Malga Sadole.

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Update: June 10, 2022
Difficulty
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Highest point
Val di Sadole, 1,597 m
Lowest point
Ziano di Fiemme, 940 m
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Rest stops

Malga Sàdole
Rifugio Cauriol

Safety information

IMPORTANT

Along all routes, always pay attention to other people and vehicles coming from both directions. MTB routes are not for bikers only.

After windstorm Vaia in October 2018, forest roads are used also by heavy vehicles to transport wood.

When riding on streets, bikers have to respect the traffic code just like drivers.

 

BIKER’S CODE OF RESPONSIBILITY 

  1. Plan your ride
  2. Share the trail with other users
  3. Yield right of way to hikers
  4. Let your speed be determined by your experience
  5. Ride slowly on crowded trails, overtake with politeness and respect
  6. Cycle only on authorized and open trails
  7. Avoid muddy trails in order not to damage them further
  8. Respect nature, plants, animals and the trail
  9. Do not frighten animals
  10. Take your rubbish home with you
  11. Respect public and private property
  12. Always be selfsufficient
  13. Do not cycle solo in remote areas
  14. Take back home only good pics

ALWAYS WEAR YOUR HELMET !

 

Please note that the practicability of the itineraries in a mountain environment is strictly linked to the contingent conditions and it 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.

Tips and hints

APT Val di Fiemme - Tel. +39 0462 241111 - info@visitfiemme.it - www.visitfiemme.it  

Start

Ziano di Fiemme (951 m)
Coordinates:
DD
46.286610, 11.561290
DMS
46°17'11.8"N 11°33'40.6"E
UTM
32T 697297 5129081
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Destination

Ziano di Fiemme

Turn-by-turn directions

The trail’s name recalls the settings of World War One which included also this territory, located between the Italian and Austrian fronts. From Ziano ride up to Val Cavelonte on a not-too-challenging forest road. Afterwards, the climb increases and the route makes a sharp turn to the left at the little church, and continues with up-and-downs into the wood, leading to the wide sunny meadows of Val di Sadole, where cows graze. At the end of the valley, Mount Cauriol stands out, whose top is 7 meters shorter than it was originally due to a bomb explosion during World War One.

ATTENTION: FROM VAL DI SADOLE THE RETURN TO ZIANO DI FIEMME MUST BE ON THE TAVED ROAD

Note


all notes on protected areas

Public transport

You can reach Ziano di Fiemme by bus (public transport "Trentino Trasporti").

Getting there

Ziano di Fiemme is located on the main road that crosses all the villages of Val di Fiemme (S.S N° 48 of the Dolomites)

Parking

In Ziano di Fiemme there are several parkings.

Coordinates

DD
46.286610, 11.561290
DMS
46°17'11.8"N 11°33'40.6"E
UTM
32T 697297 5129081
w3w 
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Author’s map recommendations

MTB map available in all Val di Fiemme information offices.

Equipment

What do I need to bring on my bike tour? 

  1. An adequate water supply according to your needs (considering temperature, possibility of refuelling and duration of the route)
  2. Plenty of snacks (for example, dried fruit or energy bars)
  3. Waterproof / Windproof jacket.
  4. A spare top / spare socks. (Descending in a sweaty garment, will make you cold)
  5. Suncream
  6. Sunglasses
  7. Bike gloves/mitts
  8. Map or GPS device
  9. Bike repair kit for punctures and mechanical breakdowns
  10. First aid kit

It is always advised to let someone know where you plan to go and how long you expect to be.

Emergency telephone number 112


Questions and answers

Question from Othmar Eberhard · March 01, 2023 · Community
Habe eine Frage zu den E Bike Ladestationen. Sind da gängige Ladekabel vorhanden?
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Die E-Bike-Ladestation ist nur eine normale Steckdose. Sie müssen Ihren eigenen Transformator mit Kabel dabei haben.

Rating

5.0
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Fiorenzo Vinante
July 28, 2018 · Community
28 luglio 2018
Photo: Fiorenzo Vinante, Community
28 luglio 2018
Photo: Fiorenzo Vinante, Community
28 luglio 2018
Photo: Fiorenzo Vinante, Community

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Difficulty
difficult
Distance
26.3 km
Duration
3:00 h
Ascent
1,130 m
Descent
1,130 m
Highest point
1,597 m
Lowest point
940 m
Circular route Refreshment stops available Cultural/historical interest

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