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In the Treasure Chest of Biodiversity

What to know and how to behave in order to protect a delicate balance.

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A Precious Balance That Also Needs Your Help

When you travel through Trentino, you journey inside a precious treasure chest of biodiversity — stretching from the Mediterranean scent of olive trees along the shores of Lake Garda to the majestic high-altitude glacial landscapes just a few kilometers away.

Thirty percent of our territory is devoted to the protection and conservation of nature: one of Italy’s oldest national parks, two large nature parks, and an effective system for managing protected areas.
The botanical richness is extraordinary, with over 2,300 plant species, 17 of which are endemic, found only in Trentino.

Wildlife is equally abundant: over 36,000 roe deer, nearly 30,000 chamois, 12,000 red deer, around 100 bears, 26 wolf packs, and 70 pairs of golden eagles, along with ibexes, bearded vultures, and lynxes.

It’s a pact with nature — one that requires commitment and awareness, including yours.
When you take a walk in the forest or go hiking in the mountains, follow the safety rules and behavioral guidelines you find below.

Our Tips for Hiking in the Mountains

 

In Trentino there are over 5,000 km of hiking trails — perfect for relaxing and breathing in the mountain air.
What matters most is to follow a few simple safety rules, as recommended by the Trentino Mountain Hut Association, S.A.T. (Trentino Alpine Society), Mountain Rescue Service, Dolomiti UNESCO Foundation, and the Trentino Alpine Guides.

  • CHOOSE A ROUTE suited to your level of preparation
  • Check the WEATHER FORECASTS
  • STUDY THE ROUTE before setting off
  • Choose proper GEAR AND EQUIPMENT
  • INFORM OTHERS (family, friends, hut keepers) of your plans
  • Rely on PROFESSIONALS – guides, hut keepers, mountain leaders
  • Always FOLLOW THE TRAIL MARKERS
  • If in doubt, TURN BACK
  • In case of emergency, CALL 112 

Our Tips for Being in the Forest

In Trentino there are about 500 million trees and over 3,700 animal and plant species – a wonderful treasure chest of biodiversity that requires care and attention, starting with small, mindful actions.

  • STAY ON THE TRAILS – and if you’re biking, ride only where permitted
  • Bring a bag for your WASTE – there are no bins in the forest
  • DO NOT DISTURB OR FRIGHTEN WILD ANIMALS – enjoy observing them from a distance and do not feed them
  • If walking with your dog, KEEP IT ON A LEASH
  • MANY FLOWERS ARE PROTECTED SPECIES – take pictures instead of picking them
  • AVOID PICKING berries or mushrooms you don’t recognize – they may be poisonous
  • DO NOT LIGHT FIRES – if you see smoke or a small fire, move away and call the fire department immediately

How to Behave Around BEARS and WOLVES

In Trentino there are several brown bears and wolves. These are shy animals that usually avoid contact with humans.
However, it’s essential to adopt a few safety measures:

  • MAKE YOUR PRESENCE KNOWN! Speak loudly, make noise, and move in groups
  • DO NOT LEAVE FOOD OR ORGANIC WASTE around – it can attract wildlife
  • DO NOT APPROACH a bear or wolf, especially if cubs are present
  • In case of a close encounter, STAY CALM and move away very slowly
  • If the animal shows SIGNS OF AGGRESSION, lie face down, protect your head and neck by clasping your hands behind your neck
  • DO NOT FOLLOW OR CHASE them, and do not interfere with their behavior
  • Always KEEP YOUR DOG ON A LEASH

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