Loc. Marcesina
Latitude: 45.967982 | Longitude: 11.604149
Plateau area(s):
Activities and services
Summer pasturing
Milking
Milking
– 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 area of this malga, one of the vastest on the Plateau, includes the portion of the Piana di Marcesina that stretches from the Laghetti to the west all the way to the Conca in the east, bordering the territory of Grigno (TN) along the entire northern edge. In the vicinity of the malga, numbered memorial stones are still visible with the image of the lion of San Marco, positioned by the Venetian Republic in 1752 on the current Trentino border. Not far from the malga, there is the Chiesetta (church) di San Lorenzo (rebuilt after the destruction suffered during the First World War).
In the area, renowned for mushroom gathering and the cross-country skiing tracks, the Torbiera (peat bog) di San Lorenzo is located, fenced off and forbidden to livestock grazing. It is a particular biotype, not to be found anywhere in the province and a rare one in the entire Prealps, formed over the course of the millennia due to the soil that had become impermeable and in the presence of water springs, in which unique floral species live.
Competent body:
Comune di ENEGO
ID code
Altitude (m)
Surface area (ha)
Livestock
LSU no.
Pasture
Woods
Ponds
ID code
40
Altitude (m)
1464
Surface area (ha)
149,52
Livestock
Cows
LSU no.
150
Pasture
Mesobromus, bog meadow
Woods
Spruce forest
Ponds
4
How to get there
From Enego, take the road to Asiago to Bivio Dori (5.8 km), where you go up to the right as far as Valmaron (6.4 km). Continue on the main road for 5 km until you reach the Rifugio Marcesina fork and turn right. After 3.2 km, just after the Marce-sina Hotel, you will find the Malga on the right.
Alternatively, from loc. loc., go up 8.1 km until you reach the Rifugio Marcesina fork and turn left. After 3.2 km, you will see the malga on your right.
Inserted in itineraries:
D2 | Marcesina – Lozze – Fiara
D3 | Valmaron and Marcesina with road bikes
D4 | Valmaron – Forcellona – Marcesina
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!!