Altissimo: Baldo's rooftop

The northernmost peak of the Baldo range. And a magical view over Lake Garda.

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Rifugio Graziani, a classic starting point for those climbing in this area. We begin our loop along a gentle forest road, at times even downhill, until we reach Malga Campo, located right below the summit of Monte Campo, from where a wonderful panorama over the Vallagarina and the Adige Valley already opens up. From here the real climb begins, but without particular technical difficulties we reach Rifugio Damiano Chiesa, just a stone's throw from the summit of Monte Altissimo, where we'll admire the sunset right above Lake Garda. After enjoying the food and warm hospitality of the refuge, it will be time to switch on our headlamps and descend along the old military road, whose gentle switchbacks lead us back to the Rifugio Graziani car park, thus completing our loop.

Up there you'll find more than just views: there are remains of First World War installations and a chapel in memory of the victims of the conflicts. Monte Altissimo di Nago is also a stop along the Peace Trail, and from the summit the view reaches all the way to the Adamello and the Brenta Dolomites, with Lake Garda sparkling below us.

5 reasons to come - the most panoramic peak of the entire Monte Baldo range - Rifugio Damiano Chiesa right at the top - remains of trenches and Great War history underfoot - views stretching from Lake Garda to the Brenta Dolomites - a varied loop, never monotonous

Who it's suitable for You'll need trained legs and the desire to spend a few hours at altitude: no technical sections, but quite a bit of elevation gain to cover at a steady pace.

Come discover it with the Guidders: at the top, the view is worth every step.

How hard is it, really

What's included in the price

Itinerary

One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Day

9 km · D+ 529 m · 3h30

The stops · 9 km

Meeting point 16:30approximate

Return to Bocca del Creer, Strada Provinciale del Monte Baldo, 38060 Brentonico provincia autonoma di Trento, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We meet a little earlier for a coffee, water and a toilet: after that, there are none until we get back.

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16:30MEETING

Meeting at Bocca del Creer, Brentonico

We meet the Guidders at Bocca del Creer, along the Monte Baldo provincial road in Brentonico (TN): the time, around 4:30 pm, is indicative and will be confirmed in the event's Telegram group. We set off towards sunset with the autumn-colored woods around us.

18:00WATER

Alta Via del Monte Baldo — scenic viewpoint

We climb steadily among larches turning golden and reach the Alta Via del Monte Baldo: the warm autumn afternoon light lights up the valley below. The trail gets steeper here, but the view rewards every step.

19:00WATER

Monte Altissimo di Nago — Summit at sunset

We're at the summit of Monte Altissimo di Nago, 2079 meters, with Lake Garda, the Adamello and the Brenta Dolomites glowing pink and orange: a breathtaking sunset among WWI remains. We celebrate with the Guidders the most emotional moment of the day.

20:30WATER

Rifugio Graziani — Coffee Stop

We descend with headlamps on under the darkening blue sky and stop at Rifugio Graziani for a warm break: a tea or hot chocolate recharges us before the last stretch through the autumn woods.

22:00WATER

Return to Bocca del Creer

We close the loop back at Bocca del Creer with headlamps on and stars above us: once the hike is done with the Guidders, we enjoy a cold beer or a coke together by the cars, toasting to an unforgettable autumn day.

What to bring

A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.

Questions?