Trail Details
- Starting Point: Riva del Garda
- Arrival Point: Riva del Garda
- Distance: 10.5 km
- Elevation Gain: 785 m
- Duration: 240 min
- Difficulty: Medium
Ponale Path: A Classic with Breathtaking Views
The Ponale Path, a historic route that has enchanted travelers for over a century, offers an unforgettable hiking experience with spectacular views of the Upper Garda and the surrounding mountains. This itinerary is ideal for those who want to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views.
- Panoramas: Dominates the lower Sarca, Monte Brione, Upper Garda and Monte Baldo.
- Flora: Mediterranean vegetation with cypresses and holm oaks growing among the overhanging rocks.
- History: Once the only link between the Ledro Valley and Riva del Garda, built by Giacomo Cis in the 19th century.
- Fortifications: Important for the control of the Upper Garda during the Austro-Hungarian Empire, with remains of Forte Teodosio and the Tagliata del Ponale.
The path, reopened in 2004 after being converted from a road, offers a unique experience among tunnels carved into the rock and hairpin bends overlooking the lake.
Starting point: Biacesa. Follow the signs for Riva del Garda via the Ponale path and return on the same route or via the paved road.
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Photo Credits: Foto di Cesare Battisti (Public domain)
Garda Outdoors is a trail aggregator; information is collected from official websites. Before hiking a trail on Lake Garda, it is recommended to check weather conditions and inquire about the trail status at local tourist offices. It is recommended to wear appropriate multi-layered clothing and trekking shoes, carry a water reserve of at least 2 liters, have a charged mobile phone, and inform the reception or family about the route you intend to take.
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