Loc. Melette di Gallio
Latitude: 45,923263 | Longitude: 11,574314
Plateau area/s:
Activities and services
Summer pasturing
Milking
Cheese-making
Production/sales of malga products
Milking
Cheese-making
Production/sales of malga products
– Mountain grazing is the uphill journey of the livestock to the Alpine pasture.
– It is recommended to check the website and social media profiles of the malga for updated activities and services.
Malga Meletta di mezzo – Ristecco is situated in the central section of Melette di Gallio, and it extends to the edge of Malga Slapeur in the Municipality of Foza to the east, near the area known as Stazio.
Its pastures face panoramic views towards Asiago and Gallio, and in the direction of the Piana di Marcesina below (an area formed by a glacier), and are in part crossed by the ski lifts and ski paths of the “LeMelette” ski area, in the central section.
At the top a long trench, which runs along the entire crest is still visible: it bears witness to the battles that occurred in the area in 1916-1917 during World War I.
Competent body:
Comune di GALLIO
ID code
Altitude (m)
Surface area (ha)
Livestock
LSU no.
Pasture
Woods
Ponds
ID code
24
Altitude (m)
1628
Surface area (ha)
91,43
Livestock
Cows
LSU no.
80
Pasture
Festucas, nardeto
Woods
Spruce forest, beech trees
Ponds
7
How to get there
From the center of Gallio, go towards Foza on the S.P. 76 for about 500 m. At the fork for Campomulo turn left and continue for 5.4 km until you arrive at Malga Busafonda on the right. Continue for 1.7 km as far as the fork for the Melette di Gallio malgas. Turn right and continue for about 2 km until you reach the fork for Malga Campocavallo. Go right and continue for about 2 km, leaving Malga Meletta di dietro – Lemerle on the right, then at the fork for Malga Meletta di mezzo – Ristecco, turn right and after about 600 m you will find it.
Do you want to have the best experience in the malga?
When you arrive at the malga, you’re entering the “home” of the malga operator population and their livestock: It’s a welcoming environment, rich with fascination, everything is to be discovered but also respected. Here are our recommendations for you!
The malga operator lifestyle is characterized by hardwork that starts before dawn and continues even after sundown. For example…Did you know that there two times set apart for milking? One before breakfast and another in the late afternoon.
Also, feel free to ask information but avoid going into work areas inaccessible to the public and be discrete: speaking too loudly may scare the livestock and disturb whomever is enjoying the peace of the mountain.
They are passive and docile animals but their size could put you in uncomfortable situations…or somewhat inappropriate behaviors could frighten them and provoke dangerous and unusual reactions.
It’s enough to maintain an adequate distance, avoid taking pictures from too close up, touching them, bothering them or looking them directly in the eye.
If you are with your dog, remember to keep it on a leash and under control.
When you find yourself near some cows, it’s better to avoid sudden movements, walk slowly and without getting anxious. And, if they were to get too close, distance yourself calmly and without turning your back to them!
They watch over the livestock and often offer a warm welcome to guests. Don’t worry: They are not dangerous. Treat them with respect and you will become good friends. If you are on a bike, slow down to avoid mean falls caused by demonstrations of affection a little too… overwhelming!
Those who follow the itineraries and visit the malgas know well how wonderful nature is, with its breathtaking landscapes. This is the reason why it is important not to pollute it with waste that can be taken home and properly recycled or disposed of.
The herdsmen of the plateau and the animals that live there are very fond of tourists who enjoy the wonderful days with walks, fresh air and relaxation… respecting the woods and pastures!!