Activities and services

Summer pasturing

– Mountain grazing is the uphill journey of the livestock to the Alpine pasture.

– It is recommended to check the website and social media profiles of the malga for updated activities and services.

Valle di Portule
Latitude: 45,951048 | Longitude: 11,466505
Plateau area/s:

Malga Portule (formerly Malga Vaccarile) is positioned in the valley with the same name between the slopes of Cima Portule to the west and those of Cima dell’Arsenale to the east. It is one of the highest malgas in the Plateau: its pastures reach almost 2000 m.
The beautiful horizons, together with typical high elevation flora and fauna, make this place one of the most picturesque of the entire Plateau.
The pastures are surrounded by forests composed mainly of dwarf pines, a species that tends to cover vast areas if left wild, making the land impossible for livestock to graze on.
The roads that lead to the malga and the many trails in the area are used by hikers to reach places that still bear witness to the Great War, such as the cannon embrasures in Bocchetta Portule locality, excavated into the rock by the Italians and then transformed by the Austro-Hungarians into an arrival and departure area for an important cableway behind the front lines.

Competent body:

Comune di ASIAGO
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How to get there

From Asiago, take the S.P. 349 towards Trento for 7 km. At the fork of Valle di Galmarara, continue up to the right for 5.8 km until you reach Malga Galmararetta. From here continue 1.8 km further as far as the fork for Malga Galmarara. From here: vehicular traffic is no longer permitted beyond this point.
Continue to the left for 4.5 km: the malga will be on the left.

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Do you want to have the best experience in the malga?

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When you arrive at the malga, you’re entering the “home” of the malga operator population and their livestock: It’s a welcoming environment, rich with fascination, everything is to be discovered but also respected. Here are our recommendations for you!

The malga operator lifestyle is characterized by hardwork that starts before dawn and continues even after sundown. For example…Did you know that there two times set apart for milking? One before breakfast and another in the late afternoon.

Also, feel free to ask information but avoid going into work areas inaccessible to the public and be discrete: speaking too loudly may scare the livestock and disturb whomever is enjoying the peace of the mountain.

They are passive and docile animals but their size could put you in uncomfortable situations…or somewhat inappropriate behaviors could frighten them and provoke dangerous and unusual reactions.
It’s enough to maintain an adequate distance, avoid taking pictures from too close up, touching them, bothering them or looking them directly in the eye.

If you are with your dog, remember to keep it on a leash and under control.
When you find yourself near some cows, it’s better to avoid sudden movements, walk slowly and without getting anxious. And, if they were to get too close, distance yourself calmly and without turning your back to them!

They watch over the livestock and often offer a warm welcome to guests. Don’t worry: They are not dangerous. Treat them with respect and you will become good friends. If you are on a bike, slow down to avoid mean falls caused by demonstrations of affection a little too… overwhelming!

Those who follow the itineraries and visit the malgas know well how wonderful nature is, with its breathtaking landscapes. This is the reason why it is important not to pollute it with waste that can be taken home and properly recycled or disposed of.
The herdsmen of the plateau and the animals that live there are very fond of tourists who enjoy the wonderful days with walks, fresh air and relaxation… respecting the woods and pastures!!