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The Strada dell'Angelo is a short route, entirely on paved road, that allows you to reach the church of the Blessed Virgin of the Angel, located just above the town of Piovene Rocchette, crossing woods and historical traces. The Strada Angelo winds on the southern slope of Monte Summano, a symbolic mountain of the Prealpi Vicentine, and offers a landscape experience alternating hilly environments, mixed woods, and open views over the Venetian plain.
After the first hairpin bends, the vegetation thins out and breathtaking views open towards the south: you can see Schio, Thiene, Santorso, and on clear days, even the Venetian lagoon on the horizon. The Little Church of the Blessed Virgin of the Angel appears suddenly, set in a panoramic clearing overlooking the plain: a place that naturally invites rest and silence. The panorama from here is wide and surprising: to the west is the Posina Valley, to the east the chain continuing towards Monte Novegno, and behind, the majestic outline of Summano, often wrapped in light clouds.
For the descent, it is recommended to follow the same road back.
Author’s recommendation
- In summer, it is better to avoid walking during the central hours of the day, as the paved road absorbs and reflects heat
- Bring a water bottle and a snack or a piece of fruit to eat before starting the descent
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In summer, bring a hat and sunscreen: some parts are very exposed.
- Walk or pedal quietly to listen to the sounds of nature.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
Remember, you are walking on a road open to traffic, stay to the side of the lane when cars approach.Roadbook
From the parking lot in the town center, take the internal road that goes north, reach the entrance of the “train road” (former railway), and then after about 1 km, turn onto the forest path that goes up towards Val Brentegnan.
Then follow the local signs towards “Little Church of the Angel / Summano”.
Sentiero dei Girolimini
Santuario Madonna dell'Angelo
Coordinates
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Equipment
The route runs on paved road, bring comfortable shoes and remember that the asphalt can be slippery when wet.Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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