recommended route
Canton di Ritorto tour
Mountain tour
· Madonna di Campiglio, Pinzolo, Val Rendena
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/ Horse-carriage to Ritorto alpine hutPhoto: fototeca ApT Madonna di Campiglio Pinzolo Val Rendena, APT Madonna di Campiglio, Pinzolo, Val Rendena -
/ Panoramic view on the Brenta DolomitesPhoto: Apt Madonna di Campiglio Pinzolo Val Rendena FA, APT Madonna di Campiglio, Pinzolo, Val Rendena
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/ Ritorto lakePhoto: fototeca ApT Madonna di Campiglio Pinzolo Val Rendena, APT Madonna di Campiglio, Pinzolo, Val Rendena
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/ Sunset at RitortoPhoto: Paolo Bisti, APT Madonna di Campiglio, Pinzolo, Val Rendena
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/ Ritorto alpine hutPhoto: Paolo Bisti, APT Madonna di Campiglio, Pinzolo, Val Rendena
Excursion of medium difficulty with an amazing view on the Brenta Dolomites, passing the Ritorto lake.
moderate
Distance 13.2 km
5:30 h
559 m
562 m
Author’s recommendation
The route towards the beautiful Ritorto lake is suitable for kids from 10-12 years old. We suggest you a break at Malga Ritorto and we recommended to bring drinks with you: there are not places of refreshment for long stretches of the route. People are required to bring their own drinks: there are not refreshment points for long stretches of the itinerary. Considering the lenght of the route, we suggest to leave early in the morning.
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
2,065 m
Lowest point
1,539 m
Best time of year
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Cardinal direction
Safety information
Trail sign: 277Please note that the practicability of the itineraries in a mountain environment is strictly linked to the contingent conditions and is therefore influenced by natural phenomena, environmental changes and weather conditions. For this reason, the information contained in this page may have changed. Before leaving for a tour, make sure the path you will approach is still accessible by contacting the owner of the mountain hut, the alpine guides or the visitor centres of the nature parks, the info offices of the local tourist board.
Tips and hints
For information about the paths and tour conditions, contact Madonna di Campiglio mountain guides: Tel. 0465 442634 - www.guidealpinecampiglio.itStart
From Madonna di Campiglio at the end of Adamello street (Pappagallo restaurant) (1,542 m)
Coordinates:
DD
46.224258, 10.822866
DMS
46°13'27.3"N 10°49'22.3"E
UTM
32T 640576 5120579
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Destination
Madonna di Campiglio
Turn-by-turn directions
From Pappagallo restaurant (at the end of Adamello street) catch the “Giro di Campiglio” path southbound, follow it till a fork where turn right.
Go up in the wood, at first following wide bends and then walking easily till reaching “Ritorto” refuge.
Turn left in a dirt street into “Val dei Cantòn”, take the path in the wood, cross the “Rio Colarin” river, go past the fork keeping left till the last rise and some rocks, arriving at Ritorto lake (you can reach the lake also catching “5 Laghi” cableway and walking through the easy route).
Catch the path n° 277 southbound, reach “Malga Pozza dei Garzoni” and through different ups and downs reach the top of “Pian dei Mughi” where, at the fork of the paths, turn left an go down.
Reach again the wood and with wide bends go downwards to “Malga Ritorto”. Go down southbound along a dirt street, avoiding to catch the path walked upward, keeping right and reaching “Casa Capot”.
Turn left eastbound, go into the wood through an easy path towards “Panorama” area. Now, northbound, take the “Sentiero dei Siori” path towards Madonna di Campiglio.
Go up in the wood, at first following wide bends and then walking easily till reaching “Ritorto” refuge.
Turn left in a dirt street into “Val dei Cantòn”, take the path in the wood, cross the “Rio Colarin” river, go past the fork keeping left till the last rise and some rocks, arriving at Ritorto lake (you can reach the lake also catching “5 Laghi” cableway and walking through the easy route).
Catch the path n° 277 southbound, reach “Malga Pozza dei Garzoni” and through different ups and downs reach the top of “Pian dei Mughi” where, at the fork of the paths, turn left an go down.
Reach again the wood and with wide bends go downwards to “Malga Ritorto”. Go down southbound along a dirt street, avoiding to catch the path walked upward, keeping right and reaching “Casa Capot”.
Turn left eastbound, go into the wood through an easy path towards “Panorama” area. Now, northbound, take the “Sentiero dei Siori” path towards Madonna di Campiglio.
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
In summer shuttle bus from the centre of Madonna di Campiglio (Brenta Alta square) to Patascoss and little train or horse-drawn carriage from Patascoss to Ritorto refuge (from June to September).- Check the summer transport timetables and rates or take the brochure in the tourist office in Pradalago street, 4
- Check Trentino Trasporti bus timetables out also on www.ttesercizio.it
Getting there
Enter Madonna di Campiglio south and follow the "Viale Dolomiti di Brenta" street up to the roundabout, before the limited traffic zone. Here take the Adamello street, go along it to the end of the street.Parking
A small parking at the end of the Adamello street, at the departure of the excursion, or an indoor play and display parking in Sissi square.Coordinates
DD
46.224258, 10.822866
DMS
46°13'27.3"N 10°49'22.3"E
UTM
32T 640576 5120579
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Equipment
Mountaineering boots, hat, windbreakers and sun lotion are highly recommended.Basic Equipment for Mountain Hikes
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Hiking socks
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
- Sunglasses
- Hiking poles
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
Technical Equipment for Mountain Hikes
- Climbing helmet as required
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
13.2 km
Duration
5:30 h
Ascent
559 m
Descent
562 m
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