Alpi Retiche - Ponte in Valtellina

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Orobic Alps - Piateda

Alpi Retiche - Ponte in Valtellina

Alpi Orobie - Albosaggia

Rhaetic Alps - Castione Andevenno

A fascinating route, that leads you to the discovery of the Nebbiolo delle Alpi

Ponte in Valtellina

Sant'Antonio (1337 m) oppure la Motta (1480 m)

The Tower of Castionetto in Castionetto di Chiuro belonged to the Quadrio family and dates back to an age between Twelfth and Fifteent century. The tower was built in a dominant position and served the purpose of controlling the surrounding territories. The building is made of huge stone blocks, it has a quadrangular plant and its walls are so thick - more than 2.5 m at the base - that can contain a vaulted staircase linking the floors.The tower is not preserved in its full height and we do not know whether the second floor had a barrel vault just like the lower floors.The main portal is very well preserved and, for security reasons, it was located at a height of 3 m above ground. Two slits above the door and other details suggest that it featured a drawbridge.A door at ground level was made later in time and it led to a room probably used as a deposit, which was previously accessibile through a trapdoor. 

The town of Ponte in Valtellina has several picnic areas, suitable for anyone, from hikers to those who want to discover the hidden treasures of this old village:    via Panoramica: there two picnic areas: 46°10'42.4"N - 9°59'10.9"E e 46°10'41.8"N - 9°58'49.5"E the following picnic areas perfect for those who depart from the Valtellina trail and head for the town center:- via Stazione: 46°10'00.7"N - 9°58'33.3"E- Madonna di Campagna:  46°10'17.8"N 9°58'45.7"E San Bernardo: loc. Colonia, loc. Conca bassa, loc. Conca alta Carolo: 46°09'38.3"N - 9°58'08.4"E Briotti: 46°08'40.0"N - 9°58'34.1"E                                       

Piateda