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Stelvio National Park
This stage is characterized by the presence of rhododendron, an alpine plant typical up to 2,400 meters of altitude, which blooms at the end of June, and has pink-fuchsia to ruby red shades of flowers.
In particular, in the plain of San Bernardo, where the suggestive church stands, the flowering of the rhododendron offers travelers a spectacular view.
The flowers are particularly sought after by bees, and their honey has been produced and appreciated since ancient times. On the other hand, the leaves are used for infusions, decoctions, and compresses.
Details
The stage is of medium difficulty, 12.6 km long and starts from the Fontanaccia car park, at the entrance to the Val di Rezzalo, above the town of Frontale in Sondalo. Initially the itinerary goes up through the woods until reaching the characteristic Baite di Pontela and then continues on the path to Teat and then takes the road to San Bernardo. After the little church of the same name, it is possible to stop at the Rifugio la Baita or along the route you can find two picnic areas. Continue to the panoramic terrace of Clevio from which you can dominate the Val di Rezzalo. Here begins the military mule track that reaches the Passo dell’Alpe 2462 m, the highest point of the itinerary, and descends to the Malga dell’Alpe where it is possible to eat or spend the night.
Details
A stage of only uphill in the magnificent Val di Rezzalo among woods, pastures and rhododendrons, you will arrive at the Passo dell'Alpe and then descend towards the Gavia valley. The stage begins in the Fontanaccia car park, above the town of Frontale in Sondalo. Initially, you travel along a stretch in the woods on a path until you reach the characteristic Baite de La Pontela, then continue on the new path until Teat and then take the road that will take you to the San Bernardo area where the church of the same name stands. The climb continues on a military road with hairpin bends until you reach a challenging stretch on a stony surface. Once you reach the Passo dell'Alpe at 2462 m.a.s.l., the highest point of the itinerary, you descend to the Malga dell'Alpe where you can eat or stay overnight.
Charging station: Rifugio la Baita, Malga dell’Alpe.
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