This spring hike through debris on the traces of dinosaurs runs across a truly unique biotope to Lago di Cavedine
Image gallery: Sentiero delle Marocche di Dro path
We start our hike near the outdoor sports centre along the provincial road between Dro and Drena from where you directly access the Marocche di Dro biotope. The path winds across a moonscape-like landscape formed of debris dating back to landslides and collapses which took place during the glacial retreat which took place about 20,000 years ago. Information panels tell about the geologic characteristics and the uniqueness of a flora and fauna that adapted to this arid and rocky area.
Initially we follow the signposts with the image of the dinosaur which take us directly to a rock with preserved million years old tracks of prehistoric animals. Then we proceed northwards and reach the asphalt road to Lago di Cavedine where we have a picnic, as there are no refreshment points along the way. We continue along the **educational path 'Centrale di Fies', dedicated to the old hydroelectric power plant which was transformed into a cultural centre. A stone's throw from the former plant, the path merges into the cycle path.
A little more southwards we return onto the sentiero delle Marocche. We continue towards Laghisoli to complete our circular hike near the car park of the outdoor sports centre. We feel blessed for having had the opportunity to discover such a unique and breathtaking natural landscape of Trentino and recommend not to undertake this hike on hot summer days. The rocks reflect the sun and make it an ideal path for an early spring or late autumn hike.
Author: AT
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- Starting point:
- Dro, parking space at the sports grounds along the SP84 road to Drena
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- Overall time:
- 03:00 h
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- Total route length:
- 8,0 km
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- Altitude:
- from 180 m to 283 m
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- Altitude difference:
- +171 m | -171 m
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- Route:
- Marocche – dinosaur tracks (Orme dei Dinosauri) – Lake Cavedine – "Centrale di Fies" theme trail – Laghisoli – Marocche
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- Signposts:
- "Sentiero biotopo delle Marocche"
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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:
- Sentiero delle Marocche di Dro path
If you want to do this hike, we suggest you to check the weather and trail conditions in advance and on site before setting out.
