Val Trentin – Cima Portule
Latitude: 45,975947 | Longitude: 11,459011
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.
Also known as “Casara Trentin”, it is the highest malga in the entire Plateau. Its pastures extend into the Val Trentin up to Porta Kempel, a pass between Cima Portule to the west and Monte Trentin to the east, from where it is possible to admire the Catena del Lagorai and the Dolomite Mountains. A good portion of the malga area is occupied by dwarf pine forests, interrupted by strips of pasture and rocky terrain. Considering the altitude that reaches 2300 m, the pastures have a grassy topsoil particularly thin, but equally important for its species of flowers. Only in this Plateau area, for example, is it possible to admire Rhaetian poppies.
With its altitude, Malga Portule Pastorile is the perfect spot for goat and sheep mountain grazing. Among the malga structures, you can camp out or spend a night at the Baito. Nearby there are also the remains of Campo Gallina, an important base for Austro-Hungarian command during the Great War.
Competent body:
Comune di ASIAGO
ID code
Altitude (m)
Surface area (ha)
Livestock
LSU no.
Pasture
Woods
Ponds
ID code
9
Altitude (m)
1964
Surface area (ha)
370,3
Livestock
Sheep
LSU no.
90
Pasture
Seslerieto, nardeto
Woods
Dwarf pine groves
Ponds
2
How to get there
From Asiago, take the S.P. 349 towards Trento for 7 km. At the fork of Valle di Galmarara, continue uphill to the right for 5.8 km until you reach Malga Galmararetta. From here continue for 1.8 km up to the fork for Malga Galmarara. From here: vehicular traffic is no longer permitted beyond this point.
Continue to the left for 5.3 km up to Monumenti loc. Turn to the right and continue for 250 m. and then turn left and continue for 2.2 km.
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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!!