A circular hiking tour through the fruit orchards and forests between Lake Caldonazzo and the altopiano della Vigolana towards hamlets, churches and a mediaeval castle
Image gallery: To Monte Bosentino and the Madonna del Feles
Today's hike runs through the forests above Bosentino and leads past interesting panoramic, naturalistic, historic and cultural gems. Thanks to its low altitude (slightly above 1,000 m a.s.l.), the path is suitable in spring and autumn.
From the centre of Bosentino we walk towards the village of Migazzone and continue through fields and forests towards Santa Caterina, where we enjoy a wonderful panoramic view of the Valsugana with the stunning Lake Caldonazzo. In the village of Santa Caterina we ascend to the higher-located farms and there we continue walking along forest paths, until we reach the forest road of Monte di Bosentino.
Having arrived at the top, we take the forest road towards Bosentino and Vigolo Vattaro. After the first few downhill bends, we follow the path on the right towards Castel Vigolo, built in 1200. Today it is in private hands and therefore closed to the public. Soon after, we reach the santuario della Madonna del Feles, the last interesting spot before returning to Bosentino. This sanctuary was built following the Virgin's apparition reported by a shepherd in 1620. The hike is mainly easy but includes also a quite steep ascent. It is particularly recommended for those who want to discover many different landscapes, views, hamlets and the century-old history of this area.
Date of the hike: 28 April 2018
Last updated in: 2026
Author: AT
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- Starting point:
- Bosentino (village centre)
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- Overall time:
- 03:00 h
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- Total route length:
- 9,0 km
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- Altitude:
- from 641 m to 1.015 m
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- Altitude difference (uphill | downhill):
- +417 m | -417 m
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- Route:
- Bosentino - Santa Caterina - Monte Bosentino - Castel Vigolo - Madonna del Feles - Bosentino
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- Signposts:
- no. 33, Via dei Masi Alti
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- Recommended time of year:
- Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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- Download GPX track:
- To Monte Bosentino and the Madonna del Feles
If you want to undertake this hike, we recommend you to check the weather and trail conditions in advance and on site before setting out.
