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Bastione and Santa Barbara, the lords of Riva del Garda

· 2 reviews · Mountain tour · Garda Trentino

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/ The view from the Bastione
Photo: Patrizia N. Matteotti (Archivio Garda Trentino), Garda Trentino
/ The little church of Santa Barbara
Photo: Archivio APT Garda Trentino, Garda Trentino
/ The Bastione
Photo: Patrizia N. Matteotti (APT Garda Trentino), Garda Trentino
/ The Bastione
Photo: Patrizia N. Matteotti (Archivio Garda Trentino), Garda Trentino
/ View from the Bastione: Riva del Garda
Photo: Archivio APT Garda Trentino, Garda Trentino

Mauro Orlando
on the August 06, 2020

Mauro rated “very good“.

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The route

From Riva del Garda to Bastione and then on up to Santa Barbara: this hike touches on two of the symbols of the town perched on the mountainside above Riva del Garda

moderate

2.8 km

1:45 h

590 m

60 m

From down below, the Bastione and especially the chapel of Santa Barbara, seem incredibly far away, perched on the steep mountainside. However it doesn't take long at all to get to them and from up there you have spectacular views over Riva del Garda and the lake.

The chapel of Santa Barbara, standing out white against the rock of the mountain, was built during the 1920s when work was under way on the pipes carrying the water from Lake Ledro to the hydroelectric station in Riva del Garda and is dedicated to the patron saint of miners.

Author’s recommendation

Santa Barbara is one of the most spectacular viewing points in Garda Trentino: don't forget your camera!

Author

Valentina Bellotti

Updated: August 25, 2020

Details

Difficulty

moderate

Technique

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Highest point

Santa Barbara, 632 m

Lowest point

Riva del Garda, 88 m

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Safety information

The information on this chart is subject to inevitable variations, so this means that none of the indications are absolute. It is not entirely possible to avoid giving inexact or imprecise information, given how quickly environmental and weather conditions can change. For this reason we decline any responsibility for changes which the user may encounter. In any case, the hiker is advised to check the conditions of the places, environment and weather before setting out.

Tips, hints and links

For more information on routes and hike services: guides, shops and hiking friendly accommodation: APT Garda Trentino, Tel. +39 0464 554444 www.gardatrentino.it

Turn-by-turn directions

Start

Riva del Garda (88 m)

Coordinates:

45.887006, 10.837854

DMS

45°53'13.2"N 10°50'16.3"E

UTM

32T 642598 5083135

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Destination

Santa Barbara

Turn-by-turn directions

From the centre of Riva del Garda (Via Monte Oro), take the paved road which leads up to Bastione, following directions for the mountain hut Capanna Santa Barbara (SAT 404). After you have visited Bastione with its magnificent views of the gulf, rejoin the trail which heads up steeply towards Capanna Santa Barbara. It is only a short distance from there to the chapel. Head back down to town the way you came.

Note

all notes on protected areas

Getting There

Public transport

Public transport friendly

The towns in Garda Trentino - Riva del Garda, Torbole sul Garda and Arco – are connected by several urban and intercity bus lines which will take you to the starting point or in the immediate surroundings.

For up-to-the-minute information on timetables and routes: www.gardatrentino.it

You can also get to Riva del Garda and Torbole sul Garda by the public ferry service. For up-to-the-minute information on timetables and routes: www.gardatrentino.it

Getting there

Getting to northern lake Garda / Garda Trentino: www.gardatrentino.it

Parking

Free parking in Riva del Garda at the old hospital (via Rosmini) and the old cemetery (Viale D. Chiesa).

Pay parking at the Public Gardens Porta Orientale, Roman Baths, Viale Lutti (Ex Agraria), Monte Oro, shopping center Blue Garden.

Coordinates

45.887006, 10.837854

DMS

45°53'13.2"N 10°50'16.3"E

UTM

32T 642598 5083135

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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Literature

Author’s map recommendations

Garda Trentino TREKKING Map - On sale in information offices in Riva del Garda, Arco and Torbole and online

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Current information

Equipment

You need to be wearing the right clothing and take the proper gear when you go hiking in the mountains. Even on relatively short easy outings make sure to take all you need so you don't run into trouble if things take an unexpected turn, for example a storm blows up or you have a sudden drop in energy levels.

What should you take when you go on a hike?

What you should have in your rucksack (for a day trip a 25/30L capacity should do):

water canteen (1L)
snacks (e.g. mixed dried fruit or chocolate)
First aid kit
windproof jacket
fleece
change of t-shirt and socks (in a plastic bag)
make sure to wear or at least bring a pair of long trousers
hat
sun screen
sunglasses
gloves
whistle to attract attention in an emergency

emercency telephone number: 112

Make sure you're wearing the right footwear for the trail and season. The going can get rough and rocky underfoot and a pair of hiking boots will protect you from sprains. When wet, a grassy slope, rocky slab or steep trail can be dangerous unless you are wearing the proper footwear.

And finally...
... don't forget to bring your camera! You'll need it to capture the stunning views you come across all over Garda Trentino. And if you like, you can share your memories with us at #GardaTrentino.