12 - Nocchi tour

<p>As often happens, a surname is at the origin of the name of a locality. This is the case of Nocchi, a small village dominating the wide meadow basin of Costa, a suburb of Folgaria, which originated from the surname Noch, which has long since disappeared. The walk, which is easy and also suitable for families with children over 6 years of age, leads to the ancient Folgaria maso and the underlying Maso Spilzi (17th century).</p>

<p>The walk has a short initial section, which is a medium climb, after which it winds its way downhill through a pleasant meadow and forest environment happily facing south. It is worth pausing to consider the ancient village of Nocchi, with its terraced dwellings, and to linger at Maso Spilzi, an ancient fortified farmstead, now a cultural and exhibition centre, and home to the clubhouse of the nearby 18-hole golf course.</p>