It is a medium-difficulty hike that winds through forests and clearings, where nature is constantly intertwined with important historical remains. Along the way, the landscape is never purely natural: former military structures appear throughout the route, such as the old Cadorna barracks (now Villa San Giuseppe) and the San Martino Observatory, also linked to the 1943 battle—the only one in which these fortifications were actually used.

The trail starts in Cassano Valcuvia and, from the very beginning, follows an old military road that climbs through the forest until it opens into the Büs e Bocc area. Here, the greenery gives way to a clearing and the first trenches, tunnels, and firing positions appear, still clearly visible among the trees, with glimpses of the village below.

As you continue, the path crosses areas increasingly rich in military remains until reaching the striking Sasso Cadrega, a large rock with a distinctive, almost seat-like shape. From here, the route goes on through the camminamenti and structures of Val Alta, in an environment where history is still strongly present.

The final ascent leads to the former Cadorna barracks and then to the summit of Monte San Martino, where the Observatory offers one of the most fascinating points of the hike: a passage carved through the mountain that crosses the peak from side to side. The return follows the military road and forest paths, gently descending back to Cassano Valcuvia.

DETAILS:

• Duration: 5 hours
• Distance: 13 km
• Difficulty: medium
• Altitude: 797 mt.
• Starting point: Cassano Valcuvia
• Arrival point: Monte San Martino
• Parking: via Pasubio

*It is recommended to use GPS.

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