A simple walk in the woods from the hamlet of Ponciach to the old Gravoni quarry in Faver
Starting from the grassy basin of Ponciach, the route winds along the southwestern slopes of Monte Castion and after crossing beech and Scots pine woods, ends near a steep flow of fallen porphyry boulders, the Gravoni. Here there used to be a porphyry quarry now abandoned for years. Among the rocks, fragments of iron can sometimes be seen: remains of machinery and trolleys used for transporting processed stone. From here you can admire a beautiful view of the Cembra valley.
The old Gravoni Quarry
Sara Zucal, Rete di Riserve Val di Cembra Avisio
Ancient artifacts emerge among the porphyry stones
Sara Zucal, Rete di Riserve Val di Cembra Avisio
Crustose lichens color the porphyry boulders
Sara Zucal, Rete di Riserve Val di Cembra Avisio
Panorama from the Ponciach hill towards the Cembra Valley
Albatros, Rete di Riserve Val di Cembra Avisio
The route is especially suitable for those who want to practice Nordic Walking
Maurizio Fernetti, Rete di Riserve Val di Cembra Avisio
The route is particularly suited for those who want to practice Nordic Walking
Maurizio Fernetti, Rete di Riserve Val di Cembra Avisio
The route is short and suitable for an afternoon walk from spring to autumn with a final stop to admire the view while having a snack on a large porphyry boulder.
The route is also well suited for those who want to combine walking with Nordic Walking practice.
Safety guidelines
Although the route does not present particular technical difficulties or dangerous sections, we always recommend respecting the general safety rules for mountain hikes.
The information contained in this sheet is subject to inevitable changes and no indication has absolute value. It is not possible to completely avoid inaccuracies or errors, considering the rapid environmental or weather changes that can occur. In this sense, we disclaim all responsibility for any changes experienced by the user. We recommend, however, to check, before undertaking a hike, the state of the places and the environmental or weather conditions.
Prepare your itinerary
Choose a route suitable to your fitness level
Choose appropriate equipment and gear
Consult weather bulletins
Going alone is riskier
Leave information about your itinerary and approximate return time
Do not hesitate to rely on a professional
Pay attention to signs and markings on the route
Do not hesitate to retrace your steps
In case of accident, raise the alarm by calling 112
Starting point
Ponciach (Faver-Altavalle)
Directions
From the parking next to the ponds at the entrance to the hamlet of Ponciach, climb the hill where there is a small church to admire the view of the valley and the peaks of Lagorai. Proceed along the path that runs on this small hill descending from the opposite side to the church. Take the first street on the right going slightly downhill and then the forest road on the left that enters the flat woods, going straight until you reach the Gravoni quarry where the road ends. The return route is the same as the outward journey.
How to get there
For those coming from Trento, follow the SS.612 north towards Faver where, at the entrance to the village, follow the signs for Ponciach, which is 3.5 km away.
For those coming from Val di Fiemme, follow the SS 612 to the village of Faver, pass through the tunnel and at the roundabout return towards the village. At the beginning of the town, follow the signs for Ponciach, which is about 3.5 km away.
Where to park
Parking at the beginning of the hamlet of Ponciach near two small ponds
