A mountain hut nestled in the Stelvio National Park, surrounded by green pastures and the peaks of the Ortles-Cevedale mountain range.
Just 8 kilometers from Cogolo, you can reach this mountain hut in nearly 3 hours of walking along a moderately difficult route that follows the Noce River. Malga Pontevecchio is a farm stay where you can enjoy delicious lunches and snacks made with local products, all while soaking in a breathtaking panorama.
Malga Pontevecchio
Photos: Azienda Turismo Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Photos: T. Mochen, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Noce River
Photos: Francesco Baronio, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Photos: Camilla Pizzini, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
snack at Malga Pontevecchio
Photos: Matteo Panizza, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
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Route info
Easy
Distance
6.3 km
Activity time
2:45 h.
Uphill Elevation
599 m
Downhill elevation
34 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
1762 m
Lowest point
1195 m
Height difference
567 m
Copyright
APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Suggestions
The mountain hut is also reachable by car, with free access via a dirt road.
Plan your hike in advance: check the weather forecast, the trail you'll follow, and the opening hours of any lift facilities if included in your route. Remember that trail conditions in the mountains depend on natural events, environmental changes, and weather conditions. Always get up-to-date information about the route before setting out
Leave details of your itinerary and estimated return time with someone, and carry your mobile phone with you
Follow signs and markers along the route: Stelvio National Park signs, red and white SAT signs, and red and white trail markings on rocks or trees
Book your meal or overnight stay in huts or mountain dairies (malghe) in advance
Never leave waste at high altitude and, if possible, avoid leaving it even at huts or dairies you visit
If you spot wildlife along the way, stay on the trail, don’t get too close, avoid shouting, and keep your dog on a leash to prevent it from chasing and scaring the animals
Starting point
Locality Pont a Cogolo
Directions
After parking your car in the Pont area in Cogolo, head towards the “Polveriera”, an area once named after the large quantities of explosive powder stored here for the construction of the major dams in Val di Peio. This is an isolated area along the Noce River, not far from the Pont hydroelectric power plant – known as the most beautiful power station in Italy, which we highly recommend visiting. From the Polveriera, follow the comfortable gravel road that climbs steadily up to the Tablà parking area. From there, take SAT trail 140B to reach the malga.
MALGA PONTEVECCHIO – Information
Animals on the farm: dairy cows
The malga can be reached by car via a freely accessible gravel road (suitable vehicle required)
Accommodation available on the farm
Restaurant service
Possibility to purchase dairy products
Public transportation
You can reach Cogolo di Peio by the MALÈ - MEZZANA - FUCINE - COGOLO - PEIO line bus (download the outbound and return timetables).
How to get there
Take the SS42 and at the junction for Val di Peio, turn right and stay on the SP87 until you reach the village of Cogolo.
Where to park
You can leave the car in the parking lot near the chapel of Pegaia.
When heading out for a mountain hike, it’s always useful to:
Wear hiking boots suitable for uneven, rocky or wet terrain, long pants, a sun hat and sunglasses
Pack a waterproof jacket, a fleece, hat and gloves, sunscreen, and a basic change of clothes
Bring a water bottle and some snacks for energy (such as dried fruit, energy bars or chocolate)
Don’t forget your camera or phone to capture the views and your favorite moments. If you like, share them on social media using the hashtag #visitvaldisole
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