THE FAIRYTALE LANDSCAPES OF VALBELLUNA: FROM ZUMELLE CASTLE TO THE BLUE CAVE

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Mel (BL)

Nature

Sightseeing & tours

Sports & outdoors

An excursion to discover the ancient traditions and fairytale landscapes of Valbelluna. A corner of green and unspoiled nature that preserves precious treasures such as the Blue Cave and the Zumelle Castle, which rises majestically on a hill near Mel, one of the “most beautiful villages in Italy”.

“The wild profile of the looming mountains increases the sense of solitude, of legend, of patriarchal life, of antiquity, of mystery”, writes Dino Buzzati of these splendid places. We will immerse ourselves in this atmosphere so dear to the writer and painter from Belluno, walking on silent and panoramic paths, on what was once the Via Claudia Augusta Altinate, the ancient Roman road that from the plains of the Adriatic led up to the Danube.

We will be enchanted by the turquoise waters of the Blue Cave and then we will reach the Zumelle Castle that contains within its walls stories and legends that have as protagonist the whole Valbelluna.

An opportunity to see places and landscapes with new eyes, attentive to colors, subtle nuances, aromas and flavors of local traditions and history.

USEFUL INFO

Available Dates
There are currently no dates available. Click here to check the calendar with the scheduled excursions.

Duration
2 hours and half approx.

Check in
• Time: at 9.00 am, departure at 9.15 am.
• Location: in front of the castle ticket office at Via San Donà 4, Borgo Valbelluna Loc. Mel (Belluno).

Difficulty
Medium. Route of 4,5 km (return on the same route). Recommended for children 10 ages and up.

Difference in altitude
100 meters.

Equipment
Sportswear, a waterproof jacket, trekking shoes, long pants, small lightweight backpack, at least 1 liter of water per person, snacks, spare clothes and shoes.

Languages
English

Rates
€ 15 for adults. € 8 for children from 10 up to 14 years old. Not included € 1 for car parking.

BOOKING
The reservation is mandatory and must be made at least 48 hours in advance using the following methods:
• sending the booking request filling out the form below;
• writing an email to giulia@beescover.com (with name and surname, date, name of the tour, telephone number and number of adults and children);
• sending a message on Whatsapp +39 324 5461686.

We will send the booking confirmation through specific communication to each participant. The payment of the participation fee will be made on the day of the excursion before departure. We kindly ask you to contact us as soon as possible in case of renouncement.

Would you like to do this activity on the date of your choice? Feel free to contact us at giulia@beescover.com. The booking of a private tour must be made at least five days before the chosen date.

Booking conditions

In case of bad weather or if the minimum number of participants is not reached, the organization reserves the right to cancel the excursion until the day before the activity. The itinerary may vary according to weather and environmental conditions, as well as for any reason linked to the safety of the participants.

Before attending our excursions, read the rules carefully by clicking here. The participation in our excursions involves the unconditional acceptance of this regulation and the terms and conditions of the service.

Included

Excursion with AIGAE Hiking Guide.

Excluded

Anything not expressly indicated above. Not included € 1 for car parking.

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Actions aiming to developing the area and to support the local economy
Environmental sustainability and eco-friendly mobility
Actions aiming to protection and enhancement of historical, natural, cultural and artisan heritage of the territory

Price 15 € per person

From April to October.

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The host

Giulia

Giulia Carozzani - AIGAE Hiking Guide: "I love nature, nordic walking and backpacking. This passion and the desire to learn about different cultures, led me to undertake trips of several months around the world, particularly in Asia. I think that nothing will enrich your mind, body and soul the way traveling could. Through my excursions, I want to let visitors know the most beautiful and unusual places of my land, and to immerse themselves in local cultures and learn of the traditions and customs, always respecting the environment."