Loc. Mosche
Latitude: 45,839353 | Longitude: 11,551287
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.
The Strada della Fratellanza provincial road, which connects Asiago to Bassano del Grappa, separates Malga Mosche Ovest from the nearby Malga Mosche Est. Near the malga, some interesting trails begin: the dirt road that follows the Valle Granezza di Gallio and the Valle di Camporossignolo to the south all the way to Monte Corno, and the paved road that leads to Cima Ekar to the north-east.
This malga is small and equipped with electricity and running water and it is characterized by flat and uniform pastures surrounded by woods of spruce and beech trees. A fenced portion of these pastures was once the site of the Plateau’s forest nursery, which supplied the small plants (planting stock) destined for reforestation after World War I.
Throughout the year, the particular morphology of the ground in this area favours the phenomena of temperature inversion, with very low night temperatures and the consequent formation of fog during the coldest hours.
Competent body:
Comune di ASIAGO
ID code
Altitude (m)
Surface area (ha)
Livestock
LSU no.
Pasture
Woods
Ponds
ID code
52
Altitude (m)
1070
Surface area (ha)
18,7
Livestock
Cows
LSU no.
34
Pasture
Arrenatereto
Woods
Pecceta
Ponds
2
How to get there
The malga is 5.5 km from Asiago, on the Strada della Fratellanza provincial road (on the right) towards Bassano del Grappa.
Inserted in itineraries:
B1 | Cima Ekar – Monte Valbella – Bertigo – Turcio
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!!