Our hike to the summit of the Panarotta and to the Malga Masi mountain hut starts in Vetriolo, a small thermal spa at the slope above Levico Terme
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From the parking space near the Vetriolo thermal bath we walk to the Madonna della Neve Church and further on past the thermal spring through the forest. On the path no. 308 we reach the 1,800 m high Cima Esi on the west side of Mt. Panarotta with its lift station which is in operation during the skiing season. Now the path follows the ski run to the 2,002 m high main summit. From the peak with its radio masts and antennas we enjoy the spectacular view on the Valsugana valley, its lakes and the surrounding mountains.
The descent follows the path on the eastern side of the mountain towards the La Bassa saddle. We continue our descent on the path no. 372 towards the Malga Masi mountain hut - it coincides with a section of the E5 long-distance walking trail. The hut, a well-known rest point, is located slightly lower. From this point the path no. 309 leads us back to Vetriolo Terme.
Author: AT
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- Starting point:
- Vetriolo Terme (accessible by car on the road from Levico)
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- Time required:
- 03:20 h
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- Track length:
- 9,4 km
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- Altitude:
- from 1.461 m to 2.002 m
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- Altitude difference:
- +564 m | -564 m
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- Route:
- Vetriolo - Mt. Cima Esi - Mt. Panarotta - La Bassa saddle - Malga Masi mountain hut - Vetriolo
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- Signposts:
- 308, 372, E5, 309
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- Resting points:
- Malga Masi mountain hut
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- Recommended time of year:
- Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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- Download GPX track:
- Mount Panarotta circular tour
If you want to do this hike, we suggest you to check the weather and trail conditions in advance and on site before setting out.
