Loc. Valle di Galmarara
Latitude: 45,950696 | Longitude: 11,493623
Plateau area/s:
Activities and services
Summer pasturing
Food/drink service
Overnight stay
Families with children welcome
Food/drink service
Overnight stay
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 Galmarara pastures are situated in an ancient glacial valley surrounded by steep slopes. The Malga is surrounded by mountain pine forests and shrubs. It is located in a strategic place near the crossroads from which the connecting trails with Mount Zingarella and Zebio to the east, Bivio Italia and Cima Dodici to the north, and Campogallina and Cima Portule to the north-west begin.
During the First World War, this area was the theatre of severe military battles, being in the immediate rear of the Austro-Hungarian line of resistance, the so-called “Winterstellung”. Very visible signs of those tragic events still remain throughout the entire malga area. Well connected from a road network standpoint with localities to the north of the Plateau and equipped with restaurants and hotel services, this malga is very popular with tourists and hikers that usually visit this area on foot or by mountain bike, especially in the summer months.
Competent body:
Comune di LUSIANA CONCO (Demanio Civico Lusiana)
ID code
Altitude (m)
Surface area (ha)
Livestock
LSU no.
Pasture
Woods
Ponds
ID code
7
Altitude (m)
1611
Surface area (ha)
106,34
Livestock
Cows
LSU no.
57
Pasture
Seslerieto
Woods
Spruce forest, larch, dwarf pine groves
Ponds
4
How to get there
From Asiago, take the S.P. 349 towards Trento. After 7 km, at the fork of Valle di Galmarara, continue up to the right for about 6 km until you reach Malga Galmararetta. From here continue for 1.8 km further. Alternatively, from Canove di Roana you can reach Camporovere where you follow S.P. 349 to the left for Trento for 4.3 km. At the fork of Valle di Galmarara, continue up to the right for 7.8 km.
Inserted in itineraries:
F2 | Zebio and Zingarella
G1 | Larici – Portule – Galmarara
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!!