The "Sentiero delle Tracce" trail in Tremosine is a nature trail that winds through the Gardesana Occidentale regional forest, in the community of Tremosine, which is a striking, wild setting along the eastern side of Mount Caplone.
Besides its breathtaking panoramas, the trail offers visitors a chance to observe the tracks left by the local fauna. There are not just tracks left on mud or the snow, but also nests, feathers, droppings, claw marks, stripped bark, the remains of food, burrows, eggshell fragments, exuviae (sloughed skins), spider webs and shells. To hone one's observational skills, there are several info points along the trail that make the excursion even more interesting. 

The recommended route takes you uphill from the Malga Negrini farmstead to Malga Lorina farmstead. The 5 km long trail, which covers a rise of 650 m, is 5 km long and takes about 3 hours to complete. The best time of year for the trail is in spring and fall; there is a risk of ice in winter.

Access with vehicles to San Michele

At the crossroads of Polzone, the village on the provincial road between Vesio di Tremosine and Prabione di Tignale, take the unpaved road for San Michele and the Tremalzo Pass. After 4 km, you will reach a flooded area; you can park near the small bridge that crosses the stream.

The itinerary

As soon as you cross the bridge, turn left at the intersection onto the wide mule track of Val Negrini, which leads to the Malga Negrini farmstead (748 m. - h. 1). Here a granite rock imbedded in the ground marks the spot where the Sentiero delle Tracce, the Tracks Trail, begins. The signage is very accurate, and there are many info panels along the trail that explain the local flora and fauna. The trail zigzags up the mountainside, and the climb gradually becomes steeper along the way.
You'll pass two wide, characteristic recesses (cùen in the local dialect) and the torrent ravine. The trail makes wide curves through the woods and exits onto the meadows of the Malga Lorina farmstead (1,384 m. h 2 - 3.5). In the summer, the farm is inhabited and open for refreshments.

The return to San Michele

From Malga Lorina take the mule track downhill. After you pass the fountain, turn right at the intersection and head downhill to San Michele (h. 2.00 - h. 5.5). The ancient hermitage church, now run by the Franciscan monks, is also worth visiting.

Testo: Domenico prof. Fava

Useful Advice


• Mountain hiking or trekking is an adventure and an experience that brings you in contact with the mountains and nature. Since some itineraries can be difficult for an amateur or untrained excursionist or mountain climber, caution is advised.

Clothing:

• Clothing must not be exaggerated and always suitable for the season, taking into account the type of excursion, altitude and weather, which can change quickly in the mountains. Bring in your backpack sunglasses, a hat, a change of clothing, waterproof jacket with hood (the change of clothing, be it heavy or light, should depend upon the season underway).

Equipment:

• Besides wearing the right shoes (mountain or trekking boots), bring a water bottle or another beverage, a first aid emergency kit, maps, and a Swiss Army knife.

Safety:

• Always notify someone of your excursion, and if you are not accompanied by family members or friends, speak with the staff at the reception desk in your residence or hotel, and let them know of your plans. Bringing a mobile phone with you during the excursion is very helpful and might come in handy.

These measures might seem extreme, but there are many potential dangers in the mountains, and you want to avoid them. In fact, it is better to be safe than sorry!