From Lake Tenno to San Martino archeological site in Campi
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From Lake Tenno to San Martino archeological site in Campi
<p>This short itinerary, all uphill, brings you to the hamlet of Campi, little known because it is hidden in a mountain valley, and then on to the San Martino archeological site.</p>
<p>This route starts at Lake Tenno and winds up the slopes on the western side of Garda Trentino where the mountains plunge sheer into the lake.</p> <p>The itinerary follows provincial road 37 which leads from the junction at the car park by the lake as far as Campi and the San Martino archeological site above. This is a little known area in Garda Trentino but well worth the visit.</p> <p>The road winds among chestnut woods and climbs towards Campi, a little hamlet of Riva del Garda nestled in a green dale among the mountains. This small village has retained its rural character thanks to the traditional stone houses with their wooden floors. The arrival point is the San Martino archeological site, one of the most important in the area, at about 800 metres above sea level. From here you have a marvellous view of the Tenno area.</p>
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From Lake Tenno to San Martino archeological site in Campi
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View over PranzoPhoto: Archivio Trentino Marketing (ph. D. Lira), North Lake Garda Trentino
This short itinerary, all uphill, brings you to the hamlet of Campi, little known because it is hidden in a mountain valley, and then on to the San Martino archeological site.
This route starts at Lake Tenno and winds up the slopes on the western side of Garda Trentino where the mountains plunge sheer into the lake.
The itinerary follows provincial road 37 which leads from the junction at the car park by the lake as far as Campi and the San Martino archeological site above. This is a little known area in Garda Trentino but well worth the visit.
The road winds among chestnut woods and climbs towards Campi, a little hamlet of Riva del Garda nestled in a green dale among the mountains. This small village has retained its rural character thanks to the traditional stone houses with their wooden floors. The arrival point is the San Martino archeological site, one of the most important in the area, at about 800 metres above sea level. From here you have a marvellous view of the Tenno area.
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Don't forget your camera. You will have plenty of photo opportunities of picturesque views along the way.
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Safety information
Safety Tips
- Always wear your helmet.
- Plan your ride.
- Obey the road signs, stop at traffic lights and do not ride on the wrong side of the road.
- You share the trail with other users. Yield right of way to hikers.
- Respect public and private property.
- Do not cycle solo in remote areas.
- Make sure your bike lights are working.
This information is subject to inevitable variations, so none of these indications are absolute. It is not entirely possible to avoid giving inexact or imprecise information, given how quickly environmental and weather conditions can change. For this reason, we decline any responsibility for changes which the user may encounter. In any case, it is advisable to check environment and weather conditions before setting out.
Tips and suggestions
- Shortly after the start of the route, on the right, you will come across a car park and picnic area. Nearby there is a spring called "Acqua dei Malai", meaning “Water of the Sick”: this spring was once considered to have miraculous properties (it could heal the sick) and it was a local custom to come and fill bottles to keep in the house. We have no idea if it really has these powers, but we do advise you to fill your water bottle before you start the uphill climb to Campi.
- The tour ends at the archeological site San Martino, one of the most important of Garda Trentino. A path through the woods, where you will come across strange figures sculpted in wood, takes you to the higher area of the site. Here excavations uncovered a place of worship dating back to Pre-Roman times (3rd- 1st century B.C.) which in the middle of the first century B.C. was converted into a Roman sanctuary (1st century B.C. - 4th century A.D.), with the addition of a monumental staircase which can still be used today. This building, perched at the edge of the cliff, offers a breathtaking view over the towns beneath. Another few minutes and you come to the ruins of a village abandoned due to fire in the 8th century A.D. Here you can just make out the ruins of a little church dedicated to San Martino (8th -18th century A.D.)
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Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Tenno is served by the rural bus line Riva - Tenno - Fiavé - Ponte Arche (For up-to-the-minute information on timetables and routes)
N.B. Buses are not very frequent!
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Directions
Riva del Garda is easily accessible (about 18 km) from the Rovereto Sud - Lago di Garda Nord motorway exit.
Getting to northern lake Garda / Garda Trentino
Parking
Pay parking at Lake Tenno
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
- Bike Garda Trentino Map – On sale in tourist information offices in Riva del Garda, Arco and Torbole
Equipment
Riding your bike requires specific clothing and equipment, even for relatively short and easy trips. It is always better to be prepared… e.g. for bad weather or a sudden drop in your energy levels. The unexpected things are part of the fun!
Remember to thoroughly evaluate the type of route you plan on doing, the locations you intend to cross and the current season. Has it been raining? Attention: The paths may be slippery and require more caution.
What do I need to bring on my bike tour?
- An adequate water supply according to your needs (considering temperature, possibility of refuelling and duration of the route)
- Plenty of snacks (for example, dried fruit or energy bars)
- Waterproof / Windproof jacket
- A spare top / spare socks (Descending in a sweaty garment, will make you cold).
- Suncream
- Sunglasses
- Bike gloves/mitts
- Map or GPS device
- Bike lights: best placed on your helmet or handlebars. (It is always best to be prepared)
- Bike repair kit for punctures and mechanical breakdowns
- First aid kit
- Emergency whistle
It is always advised to let someone know where you plan to go and how long you expect to be.
Emergency telephone number 112.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
