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· Garda Mountains
To Cima Rocca (1,090 m) – easy via ferrata to the war positions at Lake Garda
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The summit area of Cima Rocca is interspersed with an extensive system of war tunnels from World War IPhoto: Carmen Kofler, Carmen Kofler
A very interesting and varied route to Cima Rocca, where we can experience the extensive Austrian war tunnel system from World War I up close and also enjoy a wonderful panoramic view of Lake Garda.
The exciting summit crossing with via ferrata sections and tunnel passages combines via ferrata adventure and Lake Garda atmosphere with a small journey into history. The area around Lake Garda is shaped by World War I, especially since the mighty fortress belt "Alto Garda" served as an Austrian defense line. At that time, the Kaiserjäger expanded the "Felsen" (Rocca) into a real fortress behind the front line: trenches, shelters, and an entire tunnel system await exploration in the summit area.
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After our route, we can also take a dip in Lake Garda or the beautiful Lake Ledro. And for those who want to dive even deeper into the area's history: in Molina di Ledro stands the most important pile-dwelling settlement in Europe (with museum), about 4,000 years old and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011!
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Safety information
Safety instructions especially for this via ferrata:
On the descent, we come quite close to the cliff edge down to Lake Garda. In this area, we do not let the children walk alone (ahead) and pay special attention!
General safety instructions for via ferratas with children:
Check whether the selected via ferrata is open at all, in what condition the construction and securing elements (wire cables, climbing aids, etc.) are, and whether it is suitable for children. A wire cable set too high or a too large distance between steps, footholds, or climbing aids can quickly cause significant difficulties for children.
Always get the weather report, observe the weather yourself (!), and start early in summer. It is even more difficult to get to safety in case of a thunderstorm in a via ferrata. The wire cable especially poses great danger as a lightning rod. In gorge via ferratas, a thunderstorm can lead to a rapid rise of the stream.
Ensure there are no dangerous, steep areas at unsecured points (e.g., on the approach) and that the via ferrata offers options to bypass or abort.
When hiking a via ferrata with children, no more than 500 to 600 vertical meters should be covered, and the difficulty grade C should not be exceeded.
Help children with clipping in the self-belay and, on longer, difficult, and steep sections where the companion can no longer give direct assistance, small children and beginners should additionally be secured with a rope besides the "normal securing."
Also support children by announcing ideal footholds or showing suitable grips.
Take breaks only at places safe from rockfall - helmet always stays on the head!
More comprehensive information on safe mountain climbing with children is available here.
Tips and suggestions
Attention: no dining options! Even the managed hut "Bivacco Arcioni," which we can reach in a few minutes from the San Giovanni little church, is only partially open in summer – usually only Sundays in good weather.
Since this via ferrata tip is aimed at families with children, the route description, safety instructions, as well as the evaluation of fitness, difficulty, experience value, etc., are tailored to this target group.
Roadbook
From Biacesa, we hike up a small road to a fork in the path and turn right onto the "Sentèr dei Bech" (marker 470). Soon, the "Sentiero delle Laste" (marker no. 471) branches off to the left. The path, partially secured with wire cables, winds in large switchbacks through the forest, through grooves and slabs uphill to the beautifully located little church of San Giovanni (860 m).
From the chapel, the path leads us up a few meters, where the signposted "Sentiero dei Camminamenti" officially begins with the first war tunnel. The secured route follows the branched tunnel and trench system at Cima Rocca and is partially equipped with wire cables or, where necessary, with a few stirrups. We have to climb out of the first tunnel via a vertical ladder.
Now we have two options: either we choose the path over the mountain or through the about 100-meter-long summit tunnel inside the mountain. A lamp is a must here, as it is pitch dark inside. The tunnel branches several times; some holes are blocked and therefore not passable. Signs "senza uscita" (no exit) or "pericoloso" (dangerous) point to dead ends or hazards. Shooting slits repeatedly allow views out into the surroundings. From the tunnel exit, we then hike a short distance up to the highest point with the summit cross (1,090 m).
The return route runs along the trench, which joins the previous hiking trail on the east side of the mountain. Now we go downhill, partly secured (path no. 405), following the trenches to the Bocca Pasumèr (980 m). At the same time, we have a magnificent, breathtaking view of Lake Garda here, as we come quite close to the cliff edge. Vertigo-free and caution are required here!
From the notch, a well-marked path leads us steeply down in switchbacks on the wooded slope back to the little church of San Giovanni and further back to Biacesa.
Abzweigung zum "Senter dei Bech"
Sentiero delle Laste
Kapelle San Giovanni
Bivacco Arcioni
Cima Rocca (1.090 m)
Stellungen und Stollen rund um die Cima Rocca
Bocca Pasumèr
Directions
Drive in Riva del Garda on the state road (SS 240) through the long tunnel into the Ledro Valley (Valle del Ledro) and to the first little village Biacesa.Parking
Free parking at the sports and playground in the village center of Biacesa.Coordinates
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Equipment
Use standardized equipment suitable for children: climbing harness (combination harness ideal for children), via ferrata set, climbing helmet, secure, non-slip footwear as well as via ferrata gloves. Also, an emergency kit with first aid kit and headlamp.
Important: Even the best equipment is useless if it is put on or used incorrectly. Therefore, always perform a partner check before starting the via ferrata!
Especially for inexperienced children, it is recommended to set up a short practice via ferrata where dry training (e.g., correct putting on) can be done.
Specifically for this route to Cima Rocca, head or pocket lamps must absolutely be carried due to the tunnel sections!
More comprehensive equipment information is available here.
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