Experience the peace and beauty of Lago dei Caprioli in Pellizzano and Valpiana in Ossana
Thanks to the new Greenbus mobility service, active:
Daily from 28 June to 20 July 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with rides every 30 minutes in the morning and every 45 minutes in the afternoon.
Every Wednesday in August and on Friday 15 August, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with rides every 30 minutes.
DAILY GREENBUS TICKET €1.00
Return by car from Fazzon to Pellizzano is only allowed during specific time slots:
– In the morning: two 12-minute windows each hour
– In the afternoon: one 25-minute window after every 20-minute road closure
An itinerary that will allow you to admire an emerald-colored gem nestled in the woods above the village of Pellizzano: the fascinating Lago dei Caprioli.
The medium-difficulty trail starts in Pellizzano and reaches one of the most photographed spots in Val di Sole: Lago dei Caprioli. You'll ascend the characteristic "Sentiero degli Gnomi" (Gnomes' Path), named after the sculptures in wood, stone, and other natural materials you can admire along the way, until you reach the lake.
Photos: Luca Brentari, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Photos: Tiziano Mochen, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Photos: A. Russolo, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Photos: Alice Russolo, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
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Route info
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Distance
6.6 km
Activity time
2:55 h.
Uphill Elevation
384 m
Downhill elevation
384 m
Highest point
1310 m
Lowest point
926 m
Height difference
384 m
Copyright
APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Suggestions
Places of interest: Lago dei Caprioli, Malga Bassa with Visitor Center, small Wildlife Area
This route is not suitable for strollers.
Safety information
Rules for mountain walks:
The practicability of trails in a mountain environment is closely linked to contingent conditions and therefore depends on natural phenomena, environmental changes, and weather conditions. Therefore, be sure to check the route and its conditions before setting out. You can do so by contacting the nearest Information Office.
If you plan to visit a mountain hut or refuge, make sure they are open, and if you intend to stop for food or sleep, call in advance to book.Leave directions on your itinerary and always carry your cell phone with you.
In the event of an accident, call 112.
Never abandon waste at high altitudes and, if possible, avoid leaving it at refuges or mountain huts you will visit.
If you spot wild animals along the way, please stay on the trail you are walking, don't get too close, don't shout, and keep your dog on a leash to prevent it from instinctively chasing them and scaring them.
Starting point
Pellizzano - playground
Directions
From the playground in the center of Pellizzano, a quaint mountain village whose architecture blends seamlessly with the surrounding nature, climb the winding road that leads to the lake. At the second bend, the path through the woods begins. Once you reach the wooden bridge over the Rio Fazzon, it ascends through the woods following the "Sentiero degli Gnomi," a path characterized by several wooden sculptures from which the trail takes its name. From here, follow the signs for the "Sentiero della Palù," which in about an hour leads to the village of Fazzon and then to the lake. Once you reach the lake, take a break on its shores and relax at the edge of this gem nestled at the foot of the Adamello-Presanella mountain range. The return journey follows the same route.
Public transportation
You can reach Pellizzano by taking the Trentino Trasporti bus line MALÈ – MEZZANA – FUCINE – VERMIGLIO – TONALE (download the outbound and return timetables), or by the Trentino Trasporti bus line MALÈ – MEZZANA – FUCINE – COGOLO – PEIO (download the outbound and return timetables).
How to get there
Follow the SS42 to Pellizzano. At the junction, turn left and once you have passed the characteristic wooden bridge, at the junction turn left and follow Via dei Bachenis until you reach the playground from which the itinerary starts.
Where to park
You can leave your car in the parking lot near the playground in Pellizzano.
When hiking in the mountains, it's always helpful to:
Wear hiking boots suitable for uneven, wet, and uneven terrain, long pants, a hat, and sunglasses.
Pack a waterproof jacket, a fleece, a hat, gloves, sunscreen, and a minimum change of clothing.
Bring a water bottle and snacks for energy dips (dried fruit, energy bars, or chocolate).
Don't forget your camera or cell phone to capture your favorite views and glimpses. If you like, you can share them on social media using #visitvaldisole.
ARRIVING BY CAR?
Here’s where to park
If you cannot use public transport, you can reach Lago dei Caprioli by car. The parking lot is located about 400 meters from the lake and is open continuously from June 28 to September 14, 2025.
Booking
