Fontanazzo: Trails, Culture and Cross-Country Skiing in Val di Fassa

Walking trails, cycling routes and mountain tours

Along the Fiemme–Fassa cycling and walking route “Pista ciclopedonale delle Dolomiti di Fiemme e Fassa”, the trail follows the Avisio through meadows, forests and villages; along the way, there are fountains, picnic areas and playgrounds. The walking trail “Tra prati, risorgive naturali di fiume e rocce eruttive” begins in Campitello and leads through the open area between Fontanazzo and Campestrin.

The SAT E577 trail leads from Fontanazzo di Sotto to Camerloi and is 6,100 metres long. From Fontanazzo, the SAT 577 trail also leads on foot through Val de Dona; the walking time is approximately two and a half hours, and the difficulty rating is EE. The approach to the Fontanazzo di Destra ice-climbing route takes approximately 15 minutes from Fontanazzo. Access begins at a car park near a wooden bridge over the Avisio.

The “Il cammino dei pitores” trail passes through Mazzin and Fontanazzo; from there, walks begin towards Val Udai and Val di Dona.

Culture and history in Fontanazzo di Sotto

The monument referred to as a bronze statue, “l Pèster de Fascia” (“El Pèster de Fascia”), was created in 1983 by the sculptor Rinaldo Cigolla. It stands beside Fontanazzo di Sotto’s town hall and the Church of Madonna del Carmine and has become a symbol of the Fassa Valley. The church dates back to the 17th century and has a distinctive bell tower clad in wooden shingles.

The town hall in Fontanazzo di Sotto is decorated with a fresco of the patron saint Santa Giuliana and four bas-reliefs. The four bas-reliefs depict former hunting, forest management, wool spinning, agriculture and livestock farming. In the wider regional area around Mazzin and Fontanazzo, some of the oldest remains of the Rhaetian population in the valley were found on the left bank of the Avisio, including the remains of an ancient fortress. They are preserved at the Museo Ladin di Fascia.

Winter, families and practical information

The cross-country skiing loops in the Mazzin–Campitello cross-country skiing area are suitable for beginners and are groomed daily by the operator. The Rodolon cross-country ski trail is also located near Fontanazzo and is illuminated twice a week for night-time cross-country skiing excursions. Fontanazzo’s municipal playground is located on the left bank of the Avisio and complements the play areas along the cycling and walking route.

There are several specific points of contact for getting there and finding your way around locally. Regional bus route 101 stops in Fontanazzo and runs along the Canazei–Moena–Cavalese–Trento route. The Val di Fassa tourist organisation operates an office in Fontanazzo and advises visitors on experiences and activities. The free Alta Val di Fassa local map covers Mazzin, including Campestrin and Fontanazzo. It also shows sports rental shops, grocery stores, typical products, restaurants, mountain huts and places to stop for refreshments.

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