The hike brings you to the glacier origin basin where you find Lake Pistono: walking between vineyards and chestnut woods it is possible to admire the Montalto castle.
From a geological point of view, the area is even more interesting due to the passage of the Insubric Line.
The “Variantedel Maggio” brings you to one of the most interesting panoramic points of the Morainic Amphitheatre of Ivrea, while that of the “Terre Ballerine” (Dancing lands) leads to an area subject to a particular phenomenon: at the bottom of the hollow there is a peat bog, where the ground is so elastic it fluctuates under your steps.
TECHNICAL SHEET OF THE ROUTE
Starting place: Montalto Dora, town hall
Colour: orange
Running time: 2h (excluding variations)
Variations: Maggio Mountain (45’) and Terre Ballerine (Dancing Lands) (20’)
WARNING
Hikers should not move away from pathways so as not to disturb animals and keep out of private property. Hikers are warned that there may also be people on horseback or bicycle: show reciprocal respect.
The rings, all easy to travel, can be travelled the entire year, trying not to go out on days with strong winds or after abundant rain or snow.
The availability of landowners make it possible to enjoy the walk, Be thankful by showing respect.