Loc. Fiara
Latitude: 45,957805 | Longitude: 11,550740
Plateau area/s:
Activities and services
Summer pasturing
– 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 Fiara is located in a wooded area where the wide pastures that characterize many other malgas on the Plateau are replaced by small clearings of larch or spruce woods, where there are also many protruding rocks, dangerous sinkholes, and in some cases also actual caverns. The herd of sheep that graze here also graze at the adjacent incorporated Malga Bosco Secco. Considering its history, it is not uncommon to find the remains of trenches and wartime objects in the pastures of the malga.
In the winter, the area is also used by snow-shoers, while the road that goes to Moline loc. and Monte Ortigara is used as a cross-country skiing track.
You can also reach the malga on the CAI 850 trail, starting in Gallio. The silence of the place is only broken by the call of the wood grouse and the black grouse, as well as the whistles of the marmots saying hello to passing hikers.
Competent body:
Comune di ROANA
ID code
Altitude (m)
Surface area (ha)
Livestock
LSU no.
Pasture
Woods
Ponds
ID code
17
Altitude (m)
1600
Surface area (ha)
57,74
Livestock
Sheep
LSU no.
60
Pasture
Seslerieto
Woods
Spruce forest, larch, dwarf pine groves
Ponds
3
How to get there
From the center of Gallio, go to Campomulo loc. Then go north towards Campomuletto. Continue for 1.5 km until you reach the fork for Malga Fiara. Continue on the left for 370 m. and you will find the malga on your right.
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!!