Loc. Campomulo
Latitude: 45,930912 | Longitude: 11,560865
Plateau area/s:
Activities and services
Summer pasturing
Milking
Cheese-making
Production/sales of malga products
Food/drink service
Families with children welcome
Milking
Cheese-making
Production/sales of malga products
Food/drink service
Families with children welcome
– 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.
The Malga Busafonda pastures also include those of the former Malga Campomulo, now converted into a mountain refuge and departure point for the Campomulo Cross-Country Skiing Center, one of the most beautiful and best-equipped in Italy, with over 100 km of trails winding through the pastures and forests.
The area dedicated to alpine grazing at Malga Busafonda covers the narrow strip of prairie in the Campomulo valley, which branches out into the side valleys and ski paths of the nearby lifts of Melette di Gallio. The pastures of the former Malga Campomulo include a large hollow enclosed between Monte Fiara to the north, Monte Sbarbatal to the southeast and Monte Baldo to the southwest.
During the winter there is also a speed skating track open near Malga Busafonda.
The pastures of the malga located in the Campomuletto hollow are crossed by the “Trail of Silence – Door of Memory”, a must for many tourists.
Competent body:
Comune di GALLIO
ID code
Altitude (m)
Surface area (ha)
Livestock
LSU no.
Pasture
Woods
Ponds
ID code
14
Altitude (m)
1500
Surface area (ha)
119,44
Livestock
Cows
LSU no.
100
Pasture
Festucas
Woods
Spruce forest, beech trees
Ponds
6
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 about 5.4 km until you see the malga on the right.
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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!!