Monte Tomba Loop

The Monte Tomba loop tour is considered a moderate hike, requiring good fitness and sure-footedness. It covers a distance of approximately 8.7 km (5.4 miles) and typically takes around 2 hours and 42 minutes to complete.

You can typically find parking at common starting points like the tourist station of San Giorgio. Another option is near the Folignani Forest – Podestaria Trailhead or near Bocca di Selva Mountain Hut. These areas serve as convenient access points for the trail.

Yes, the Lessinia Regional Natural Park generally allows dogs on trails. However, it's always recommended to keep your dog on a leash to protect local wildlife and ensure a pleasant experience for all hikers. Please be mindful of any specific signage or regulations within the park.

No, there are typically no specific permits or entrance fees required to hike the Monte Tomba loop tour within the Lessinia Regional Natural Park. The park is generally open for public access.

The best time to hike this loop tour is generally from late spring to early autumn (May to October). During these months, the weather is usually more favorable, and the trails are clear of snow, allowing for optimal enjoyment of the alpine landscapes and panoramic views.

The trail primarily consists of dirt roads and pastures. You'll encounter a varied landscape including grassy paths, wooded areas with centuries-old beech trees, and open expanses. The route involves reaching peaks close to 1800 meters, so expect some elevation changes.

Along the route, you'll find several notable features. You can visit the summit of Monte Tomba itself, enjoy panoramic views from Bocca Gaibana, and explore historical sites with remains from World War I, such as military bases at Cima Mezzogiorno and trenches at Campolevà. You might also pass by mountain huts like Bocca di Selva Mountain Hut and Malga Moscarda Mountain Hut.

Yes, the route intersects with sections of other trails. You will find parts of "Le antiche terre dei Cimbri", "Sentiero n. 5 - Malghe Folignano", and the "European long distance path E7 - part Italy" along the way.

Yes, along the route, particularly on Monte Tomba, you can find refuges such as Primaneve and Monte Tomba. These offer opportunities to rest, refuel, and enjoy the expansive views.

From the top of Lessinia, you can expect wonderful landscapes. Panoramic views include the majestic Carega group, the peaks of the Central Alps, and on clear days, distant vistas of Lake Garda, the Monte Baldo chain, the Adamello glaciers, the Trentino mountains, the Small Dolomites, and the Venetian plain. Bocca Gaibana also offers a splendid opening overlooking the Carega group.

While considered a moderate hike with a medium difference in height, the trail involves reaching peaks close to 1800 meters. It's suitable for families with children who are accustomed to longer, higher-altitude routes and have good fitness. Younger children or those new to hiking might find it challenging.