The destination of this pleasant and panoramic route is Lago di Ortisé at an altitude of 2450 meters. The way to reach it develops on a natural terrace with a wide view of Val di Sole, the Dolomites of Brenta, and the Presanella.
This itinerary is part of the One in a Million project.
Here you can participate in an experience of art, relationship, and participation that will guide you along the water routes of Val di Sole and will help you discover how the valley community has creatively imagined its vision for the protection of the environment and future generations. Want to know more? Visit the website www.unodiunmilione.com.
Laghetto di Ortisé is an accessible and interesting destination also for those with a visual impairment. Along the route, there are many rhododendrons, which when in bloom emit a scent that will astonish you.
To undertake a mountain hike, we suggest you:
Reach Malga Stabli on foot or by car from Ortisé, then continue on foot along the forest road marked by trail 121A, which goes into the forest towards Val Molinaccio. From here, after a short stretch through a forest of firs and larches, you will reach Malga Bronzolo (2085 m), where you can admire a spectacular view over Val di Sole. From the hut, head north, following trail 121A towards Malga del Monte; after passing the first challenging part, you will arrive near a watering trough where you will find signs for Lago di Ortisé. Then follow the path that winds through larches, firs, and rhododendrons until you reach the vegetation limit; from here, continue along the mid-slope of the mountain and you will comfortably reach the amphitheater of Lago di Ortisé. The lake, located in the Vegaia Tremenesca mountain range, offers a privileged panoramic balcony over the Adamello Presanella, the Dolomites of Brenta, and the high peaks of the Ortles-Cevedale mountain range. To return to the valley, leave the lake behind you and descend keeping Rio Valletta on your right, and follow the path that runs along the entire Val Molinaccio until you reach the new route Baita Laghetti - Malga Valenaia. From this point, you can return towards Malga Stabli by continuing left, crossing the wooden bridge over Rio Valletta, leaving Baita dei Cacciatori on your left, then reach the forest road and descend to the starting point. Alternatively, once you meet the new trail, continue right following the signs for Malga Valenaia. Then walk along the comfortable trail, which, among juniper berries and fragrant stone pines, leads to Malga di Valenaia. Finally, take the forest road that descends from Malga Pozze and follow it downhill until you reach the junction with the road that leads back to Malga Stabli.
Route recommended for people with visual impairments
Reach Malga Stabli by car and park in one of the parking areas found on the way up to the hut (in the picnic area just before the hut or directly at the hut). From the hut, follow the forest road towards Malga Bronzolo and after passing the 5 hairpin bends, turn left and follow the signs for Baita Laghetti, which you will reach after about 20 minutes of walking. From Baita, continue along the path until you reach a small bridge. Cross the bridge and turn right following the signs for Lago di Ortisé. The return is along the same route.
Difficulty level: medium
Surface type: up to Baita Laghetti the surface is natural and the route takes place on a forest road, after the hut the second part is on pasture/regular surface. No exposed sections.
Network coverage: yes
You can reach the Ortisé village by the Trentino Trasporti bus line PELLIZZANO - MENAS (download the schedules).
To undertake a mountain hike it is always useful to:
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