From Pian della Regia, the last bastion of the First World War, to the industrious center of Edolo
The last stage of the Via develops mainly through shady woods and wide clearings, offering fascinating glimpses of the surrounding mountains and the villages of the middle valley. Towards the end of the route, you cross a vast chestnut grove where you find the last archaeological park of the Via: the Coren delle Fate, a place rich in mystery and history. Continuing, you reach Sonico and the outskirts of Edolo, where the sight of condominiums, shopping centers and factories marks the return to contemporary life. Here the journey comes to an end, leaving us with the memory of an extraordinary week spent among nature, art and history. Following the ancient traces of our ancestors, who thirteen thousand years ago climbed the Valle Camonica, abandoned by the glaciers, to the heart of Raetia, we return to everyday life, enriched and inspired by this unique experience.
Dos de Loa
Along the Memory Trail, an old military path from the First World War, you can see artifacts such as shelter caves and anti-aircraft artillery positions, which were part of a rear line of fortified works wanted by the Italian Military Command. Along the route there are also some engraved rocks, part of the extraordinary rock art complex of Valle Camonica.
Multi-thematic Path of the "Coren delle Fate" | SONICO
Among the hard and rough rocks of the Upper Valley
Located in the Upper Valle Camonica, the area is characterized by the presence of micaschist rocks (Edolo Schists), hard and rough rocks, difficult to carve. The engravings that can be admired on the exposed surfaces are almost exclusively of two types: geometric figures and palettes. Circles, lines and cupules (small circular engravings) alternate and combine in various ways creating games and compositions often connected by lines and channels.
Our suggestions on what not to miss along the route:
Memory Trail
Scan the QR Codes in the Via Raetia Passport and Guide to discover the best places to savor Camunian cuisine. The selection includes restaurants, trattorias and typical establishments with traditional menus, seasonal specialties and local products, for an authentic gastronomic experience along the trail.
Scan the QR Codes in the Via Raetia Passport and Guide to discover all the accommodation facilities along the route. You will find hotels, B&Bs, agritourisms and refuges with updated contact details, as well as exclusive partnership prices for those who have the Via Raetia Passport.
The Via Raetia guide is an essential tool for those who wish to undertake this fascinating journey between history and nature. Rich in details and practical information, it will allow you to discover the hidden wonders of Valle Camonica.
The Via Raetia Passport is a faithful travel companion that tells your story along the trail; a tangible symbol of the experiences and steps on Via Raetia. During your journey, visit tourist offices, museums, accommodations and refreshment points to stamp your Passport. Each stamp becomes a memory of the stages completed.
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Have a good journey!
