Passo della Morte: a path through nature and legend

Mountain tour • Terme di Comano - Dolomiti di Brenta

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Passo della Morte: a path through nature and legend

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    This is a long walk that will take you through the leafy forests that drape the sides of “Godesi”, (the north-western side of Mount Casale), a location rich in historic and cultural elements.

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    moderate
    Distance 7.7 km
    3:30 h
    299 m
    547 m
    883 m
    373 m

    Itinerary: Comano Paese, Passo della Morte, Comano Paese.

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    moderate
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    moderate

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    883 m
    Lowest point
    373 m
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    Safety Tips

    • Choose itineraries that suit your physical and technical abilities. Collect information about the area you are visiting and the trail’s conditions and get a detailed trekking map.
    • Wear clothes and take equipment that suit the difficulty and length of your tour. Keep emergency gear in your rucksack, including first aid supplies.
    • Do not go walking alone in the mountains. In any case, tell someone where you are going and report back on returning.
    • Look at the weather forecast before setting off and always keep an eye on the weather.
    • In case of doubt, go back. It is better to give up than risk bad weather or face difficulties beyond your strength, ability and equipment.
    • Do not leave marked paths and do not take shortcuts.
    • All described walks are in a natural environment and therefore their use is at your own risk.

    This information is subject to inevitable variations, so none of these indications are absolute. It is not entirely possible to avoid giving inexact or imprecise information, given how quickly environmental and weather conditions can change. For this reason, we decline any responsibility for changes which the user may encounter. In any case, it is advisable to check environment and weather conditions before setting out.

    Tips and suggestions

    For more information on routes, services (guides, mountain huts, shops etc.) and hiking friendly accommodation: Garda Trentino - +39 0464 554444

    Roadbook

    Start in Comano, park at the church and pass “La Panoramica” hotel to reach the area where the Alpini (the Italian alpine army unit) hold their town fair. At the cross, continue straight ahead along a flat road through the forest, interrupted here and there by fields, until you come to a crossing signposted on the left SAT 411 for “Garda - Brenta” to Ponte Balandin and on the right Passo delle Morte. In front of you, you will see a grassy plateau rolling towards the river Sarca and towering above Monte Banale, Monte Valandro and Cima Ghez. Turn right and continue through a forest of pine trees, along a slightly uphill but pleasant path leading to “Caputèl de le Anime” (The Souls Shrine). The shrine appears to have been erected in the XVII century by the church devoted people of Comano in memory of the souls lost in Purgatory. It used to be decorated with a painting of Our Lady of Help, but following a recent restoration, the image has been replaced with an artwork realized by the local artist Paolo Dalponte. You may wish to rest here for a while, before tackling the steep sides of “Godesi” with a gorge and the Limarò Canyon on the left.  As you reach the first rock formations, the track becomes more arduous, flanked by a rocky wall on the right side and a cliff on the left, but you will be walking in complete safety because the road is protected by barriers made of metal and wood . Here, you stand on “Passo della Morte” (The Death Pass), the highest point of this itinerary (843m). This pass was, historically, the only way to cross over from Giudicarie Esteriori to Trento. The name comes from the local legend of Adilberto di Castel Toblino, betrayed and killed in this exact place by Graziadeo da Campo who was jealous of the romance between Aldilberto and the beautiful Ginevra di Castel Stenico. Continue walking downhill along a track that reveals, in some stretches, heart-stopping views of deep canyons at the bottom of which you can spot the main road, Strada Statale del Caffaro, and the river Sarca.  When you reach the crossing “Bivio del Casale”, you will see the SAT 427 sign directing you to the right towards Capanna Don Zio and Monte Casale and to the left to Sarche & Motte. Follow the latter and after few turns you can catch a glimpse of Casina Forestale, the Forest Rangers house. As you make your way through the vast plain, you will come to a farmstead “Malga-Maso Casale”. Here, you can continue along the SAT 427 path or re-join the dirt track you left earlier: both routes lead to “Romitorio”, a retreat for hermits, which was recently renovated. The Romitorio (452m) is situated on a vantage point affording spectacular views across the valley below, Monte Bondone with the “Cornét” peak and the “Piccolo Daìn”. After a stop to rest and admire the view, start your journey back along the same route. If you wish return via a different route, you can descend into the near village of Sarche from which you can catch public transport to Ponte Arche. In this case, we advise to park at Ponte Arche and walk to Comano.
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    Public transport

    The area around Comano is connected by the intercity bus lines 211 (Riva del Garda - Tenno - Fiavè - Ponte Arche) and 201 (Trento - Ponte Arche - Campiglio – Tione) to the other places in Garda Trentino. Link between Ponte Arche and Stenico via the 208 bus line.

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    Directions

    From Ponte Arche/Comano terme follow the signs to Comano paese (4km). When you arrive at the church turn right towards loc. panoramica.

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    Parking

    Near the San Giacomo church in Comano Paese or in front of the Albergo Panoramica.

    Coordinates

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    46.035010, 10.891763
    DMS
    46°02'06.0"N 10°53'30.3"E
    UTM
    32T 646390 5099677
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Author’s map recommendations

    Garda Trentino TREKKING Map – Available in the info points of Garda Trentino (Riva del Garda, Arco, Torbole sul Garda, Ledro, Comano Terme)

    Equipment

    You need to wear the right clothing and take the proper gear when you go hiking in the mountains. Even on relatively short easy outings make sure to take all you need so you don't run into trouble if things take an unexpected turn, for example a storm blows up or you have a sudden drop in energy levels.

    What should you take when you go on a hike?

    Your rucksack (for a day trip a 25/30L capacity should do) should contain:

    • water canteen (1L)
    • snacks (e.g. mixed dried fruit or chocolate)
    • First aid kit
    • windproof jacket
    • fleece
    • change of t-shirt and socks (in a plastic bag)
    • make sure to wear or at least bring a pair of long trousers
    • hat
    • sun screen
    • sunglasses
    • gloves
    • whistle to attract attention in an emergency

    Make sure you're wearing the right footwear for the trail and season. The going can get rough and rocky underfoot and a pair of hiking boots will protect you from sprains. When wet, a grassy slope, rocky slab or steep trail can be dangerous unless you are wearing the proper footwear.

    And finally... don't forget to bring your camera! You'll need it to capture the stunning views you come across all over Garda Trentino. And if you like, you can share your memories with us at #GardaTrentino.

    Emergency telephone number 112.


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    Parts of this content were machine translated using Italian as the source language

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    Difficulty
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    Overall difficulty
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    Distance
    7.7 km
    Duration
    3:30 h
    Ascent
    299 m
    Descent
    547 m
    Highest point
    883 m
    Lowest point
    373 m
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