Walking in the footsteps of history: a journey through the places of the First World War.
The itinerary follows the military roads and trenches built in the first decades of the last century. Along the way, it is possible to admire the numerous remains of the First World War which have been excellently restored and illustrated by special posters. Furthermore, along the way, there are panoramic points that offer a spectacular view of the Vallagarina and the surrounding peaks.
To better understand what you will see, we offer you a small historical explanation.
In the early 1900s, the Austrian rulers planned a fort on the top of Mount Zugna and for this they made an access road and built the headquarters for the officers, barracks for the troops and a rainwater collection system. However, when Italy entered the war, the fort was not yet built and then the defense lines were pulled back as far as Rovereto.
Then in May and June 1915, the Italian army occupied the area and built its trenches, roads, barracks, cableways and aqueducts. Subsequently - spring of 1916 - the Austrians launched a direct offensive towards the Veneto with the aim of conquering the Vallarsa. However, the Italians strenuously defended the area, especially the side of the Zugna, where the Buole Pass and the "Trincerone" are located, a sort of barrier built at the narrowest point of the ridge.
The Austro-Hungarians repeatedly tried to overcome the Italian resistance, but failed despite the bloody assaults. From then on, until the end of the war, the two armies engaged in a fraying positional warfare. This bloody conflict is testified by the presence of numerous cemeteries and lines of trenches in the area.
ITINERARY
From Rifugio Coni Zugna (1615 m) go up along path no. 115 “Sentiero della Pace” up to the Parco della Pace/Italian stronghold “Coni Zugna” (1770 m). Always continue on the 115 going downhill. You first pass a metal cross (1698 m), then Monte Coni Zugna and reach Passo della Portela (1663 m). Continuing, you pass near Baita Selvata, Cima Selvata and arrive at Passo Buole (1460 m). Return along the same route up to the Parco della Pace/Italian stronghold “Coni Zugna” (1770 m). Here you go up to Monte Zugna (1864 m). Return to the starting point by the same route.
PARKING AREA
GPS coordinates: 45.808175, 11.058264
EXCURSION DETAILS WITH GPS TRACK
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EXCURSION DATE
May 1, 2023
MUSIC
Beyond the Stories created by Ian Post (License Artlist)
Flow like Chopin - Cello Version created by Will Van De Crommert (License Artlist)
Ready for More created by Campagna (License Artlist)
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