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Stelvio National Park
This itinerary retraces the steps of the herdsmen who led their herds up from the valley floor to the mountain pastures.
Paths wrapped in alpine atmospheres that even today, still preserve a mysterious charm linked to the ancient legends of witchcraft and the occult that occurred in these places.
It is said that at the sound of the Ave Maria, a stream of burning embers were seen rising from the locality Scala towards the hamlets of Mondadizza, Le Prese, Frontale, and Fumero: these were the witches who abandoned the Sabbath, and retreated at the first light of dawn.
Attention! Due to heavy rain, Stage 6 is not possible! To reach Stage 7 it is possible to take the easy variant, continuing on the valtellina path up to "Le Prese" and then go up the road to Rezzalo Valley.
Details
The Li Strìa trail, while presenting no technical difficulties, is still rather challenging due to its steep uphill sections. From Sondalo the route begins along a flat cycle path, before turning right onto an unpaved road (S496) near the quarry. Once you reach the Valle di Scala just past the village of Mondadizza, continue along the S487 road. The climb becomes increasingly arduous until you reach the Scala Piana pasture, where your efforts will be rewarded by magnificent views. From here continue downhill through the forest until you reach a small walkway belonging to a hydraulic dam. Proceed uphill (without crossing the stream) until you reach the Fontanaccia car park at the mouth of Val di Rezzalo. This stage offers no refreshment points along the route, remember to take suitable clothing, water and a snack.
Details
Relaxing transfer route between stages 5 and 7, following the Valtellina trail to the hamlet of Le Prese and then progressing on the municipal road to Fontanaccia, at the mouth of the Rezzalo valley, passing through the quaint villages of Frontale and Fumero.
Recharge points: Palazzetto dello Sport in Sondalo.
View maps: https://www.valtellinaoutdoor.it/s/3vskwA
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