Sport . Excursions

N. 266

Gardola (Q. 555) - Montecastello (Q. 683)
Monte Cas (Q. 779) - Prabione – Gardola

Take the road to Prabione and Tremosine from Gardola . About 1km. from the village turn right at Santa Libera and follow the road up to the Sanctuary of Montecastello (signposted). When you reach the square courtyard in front of the Sanctuary, turn left, passing under the retreat house and follow the old mule-track to the Cross (observation point, 1915 -18 war). Following the rocky ridge sheer above the lake you can see the plain of Prabione. Descend following the steps in a series of hairpin turns until the path runs alongside the regional forestry nursery (Il vivaio). You can return to Gardola along the main road from Prabione to Gardola.

Time required: 3 hours;
Difference in altitude (lowest and highest points): 224 m.;
In parts this walk is stepped and is unsuitable for sufferers of vertigo