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Marmot Trail

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  • The marmot trail ©Archivio Funivia Ciampac e Contrin S.p.A.
    The marmot trail ©Archivio Funivia Ciampac e Contrin S.p.A.
    Photo: C.C. Azienda per il Turismo della Val di Fassa, APT Val di Fassa

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    Margot, a young marmot, has gotten lost in the meadows of Ciampac! Will you be able to follow the tracks, discover her secrets, and help her deliver the message to the Old Wise Man in time?

    moderate
    Distance 1.8 km
    1:00 h
    82 m
    89 m
    2,162 m
    2,080 m
    Along the route, eight wooden boxes created by the artist Francesco Avancini hold miniature scenes of marmot life, telling the thrilling story of Margot and her journey in the heart of the Dolomites to find her way home. Peeking through the little windows, children can discover the habits of these charming Ciampac inhabitants and collect the clues needed to complete the illustrated booklet. Stage after stage, thanks to the informative cards, they will learn not only about the world of marmots but also about other forest animals who help Margot on her adventure.
    An interactive experience combining play, exploration, and love for nature, engaging the little ones with collectible stickers and a mission to complete. An adventure for the whole family, where imagination and discovery intertwine in a spectacular setting!

    Author’s recommendation

    The route can be explored independently and is accessible with a child carrier backpack. Suitable for children aged 5 and up.

    Take the cable car from Alba di Canazei to Ciampac (the Panorama Pass is valid, or you can purchase a return ticket at the lift ticket office).

    A booklet is available for € 5 from the Info Point.

    Difficulty
    T1 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    2,162 m
    Lowest point
    2,080 m
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    Length
    1.8 km
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    Safety information

    1. Plan the hike according to your abilities and the weather.

    2. Go slow, enjoy the view and the silence.

    3. Inform someone you trust about the itinerary and the expected return time.

    4. Rely on mountain professionals.

    5. Help those in difficulty. In case of real need and emergencies call 112.

    6. Make sure to have suitable clothing and equipment with you, enough water and some snacks.

    7. Respect the environment around you and its inhabitants by taking your waste down the mountain.

    8. Follow marked trails avoiding those of the bike park.

    9. To protect the wonders of nature, leave every element in its place.

    10. Bring your animal friend along, but only on a leash.

    Tips and suggestions

    Val di Fassa Tourism Board

    Strèda Roma, 36

    38032 Canazei (TN)

    Tel. 0462 609500

    info@fassa.com

    www.fassa.com

    Lifts open in summer

    Roadbook

    Walk for children at Ciampac

    From Alba di Canazei, take the gondola lift up to Ciampac, where a scenic trail immersed in nature awaits you. At the top station, turn right and walk towards the playground, where you will find the Info Point hut. Here, you can pick up the illustrated booklet, your adventure companion along the route. Then cross the basin in the opposite direction, passing by Rifugio Ciampac, and follow the ski slope downhill for about 400 metres. Before the large bend, take the path on the right that passes by a few mountain huts. The trail is mostly flat, running between the rocky slopes of Colac on one side and the small artificial lake on the other. After a short uphill section, you will reach the highest point of the route, in the heart of marmot territory. Pause for a moment: the mountain sentinels are already on alert, ready to sound their warning whistle before darting back into their burrows. From here, the trail gently winds through green alpine meadows, leading you back to the starting point while the breathtaking Dolomite panorama accompanies you along the way.

    And to round off the experience perfectly, four cosy mountain huts await you for a delicious Ladin lunch or a tasty snack - the perfect way to recharge after your walk.

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    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    Trentino Trasporti bus lines - Val di Fassa
    • Line 101: Canazei - Cavalese - Trento
    • Line 104: Cavalese - Ora - Trento
    • Line 123: Moena - Passo San Pellegrino - Falcade

    südtirolmobil bus lines - Val di Fassa

    • Line 180: Vigo di Fassa - Passo Carezza - Bolzano

    - Nearest bus stop (Trentino Trasporti): Alba di Canazei (Strèda de Costa)

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    Directions

    Main access routes to the valley from the A22 (Modena-Brennero motorway)
    • Ora/Egna exit: SS 48 (Dolomites Road) - San Lugano - Val di Fiemme - Val di Fassa (approx. 45 km). From the Moena bypass (industrial area), continue towards Canazei
    • Bolzano Nord exit: SS 241 (Great Dolomites Road) - Passo Carezza - Vigo di Fassa (approx. 40 km). From Vigo, head north towards Canazei or south towards Soraga di Fassa and Moena 

    Other access routes to Val di Fassa

    • From the A27 motorway (Venice), Belluno/Ponte nelle Alpi exit: SS 203 to Agordo, then SP 346 over Passo San Pellegrino to Moena (Val di Fassa). From the Moena bypass, continue towards Canazei
    • From the A27 motorway (Venice), Belluno/Ponte nelle Alpi exit: SS 203 to Agordo/Alleghe/Rocca Pietore, then SP 641 over Passo Fedaia to Canazei
    • From Arabba: SS 48 over Passo Pordoi to Canazei
    • From Val Gardena: SS 242 over Passo Sella to Canazei

    Parking

    Parking at the Ciampac cable car valley station (paid).

    Coordinates

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    46.445551, 11.770861
    DMS
    46°26'44.0"N 11°46'15.1"E
    UTM
    32T 712821 5147284
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    Trail map - Val di Fassa Tourism Board

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    Equipment

    Carry in your backpack the necessary items for possible emergency situations, along with a minimal first aid kit.

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    Difficulty
    T1 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    1.8 km
    Duration
    1:00 h
    Ascent
    82 m
    Descent
    89 m
    Highest point
    2,162 m
    Lowest point
    2,080 m
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