Il Lac del Vedes, scrigno di biodiversità

Although the route does not present particular technical difficulties nor dangerous sections, we always recommend respecting general mountain hiking safety rules in any case.

The information contained in this sheet is subject to inevitable changes, therefore no indication has absolute value. It is not possible to completely avoid inaccuracies or imprecisions, considering the rapid environmental or weather changes that may occur. In this sense, we decline all responsibility for any changes suffered by the user. It is recommended, however, to check before going on a hike the condition of the places and the environmental or weather conditions.

• Prepare your itinerary
• Choose a route suitable for your preparation
• Choose appropriate equipment and gear
• Consult weather bulletins
• Going alone is more risky
• Leave information about your itinerary and approximate return time
• Don’t hesitate to rely on a professional
• Pay attention to signs and markings on the route
• Don’t hesitate to retrace your steps
• In case of accident, give the alarm by calling number 112

Our route starts from the square in Grumes. From here, it goes up towards the church and then, after crossing the SS 612, towards the Masi di Grumes. After passing the industrial area, follow the path to Baita Penna Nera and then the signs for Valdonega.

Continue uphill on a cobbled road until reaching the Valdonega meadows, an area with characteristic mountain huts. At the small shrine follow the signs for Lac del Vedes. Once at the peat bog, a wooden boardwalk allows us to observe the characteristics of this environment up close. Continuing along the path bordering it on the right, we find a beautiful panoramic point. From here we continue following the forest trail that runs alongside a small stream and leads to intersect a forest road that reaches the Cima pass. If we decide to descend to the Potzmauer refuge, just follow the signs from the pass heading towards Val d'Adige. If instead, we want to return immediately to the starting point, we must follow the signs for the Masi di Grumes - Grumes (SAT path 480).

Free parking at the square near the multi-purpose center "Le Fontanelle" in Grumes

• Trekking shoes or mountain boots
• Trekking poles