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Though there are some nice, popular parks within the city of Trento, Piazza Venezia, with its monument to Alcide deGasperi, and Parco Santa Chiara, with its beautiful flower gardens, come to mind, there are larger, quieter parks, each with its own unique atmosphere and panoramic views, just on the outskirts of the city. Somewhat elevated above the city, but not in the mountains, and away from the bustling city streets are Parco di Gocciadoro, Parco delle Coste, Dosso di San Roccco - il bosco della città, each with some pleasant walks and/or easy hiking trails, large open green spaces, parchi giocchi, areas for dogs and, of course, views of the city, Adige valley and surrounding mountains.
Behind S. Chiara hospital is the entrance to Parco di Gocciadoro. A quiet stone path run
s along Rio Salè and the shady banks of the shallow gorge. Other trails make their way up to the wide open green areas on either side. Another path behind via Vicenza winds its way uphill alongside an access road, leading to another trail that overlooks the city and runs along the outer edge of the park.
Tip: Take the #7 bus to the end of the line behind S. Chiara hospital. Walk uphill and head toward the overpass and the park entrance.
Parco delle Coste, situated on a hill near the suburb of Cognola, consists of about three levels, each somewhat secluded. A raised, dirt path encircles the lowest level of the park.
Tip: Take the #10 bus past Martignano towards Cognola. Get off after going through Martignano, (località Zell di Cognola) and cross the street to the park entrance. There is no bus service near the lower section of the park.
The largest of these three parks is Dosso di S. Rocco - il bosco della città. Located south of the city, it is full of well-kept trails, lawns and flower gardens, and also has an arboretum with.JPG)
specimens scattered throughout the park. There are several punti panoramici looking out in different directions, with views of the Adige valley southward towards the airport, and northward toward Trento.
Tip: Take the #13 bus to S. Rocco. After crossing the playground, look for a set of stairs going down. Cross the street and head west at the intersection.
Links:
Map - Parks of Trento
More photos - Parks of Trento
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Behind S. Chiara hospital is the entrance to Parco di Gocciadoro. A quiet stone path run
s along Rio Salè and the shady banks of the shallow gorge. Other trails make their way up to the wide open green areas on either side. Another path behind via Vicenza winds its way uphill alongside an access road, leading to another trail that overlooks the city and runs along the outer edge of the park.Tip: Take the #7 bus to the end of the line behind S. Chiara hospital. Walk uphill and head toward the overpass and the park entrance.
Parco delle Coste, situated on a hill near the suburb of Cognola, consists of about three levels, each somewhat secluded. A raised, dirt path encircles the lowest level of the park.Tip: Take the #10 bus past Martignano towards Cognola. Get off after going through Martignano, (località Zell di Cognola) and cross the street to the park entrance. There is no bus service near the lower section of the park.
The largest of these three parks is Dosso di S. Rocco - il bosco della città. Located south of the city, it is full of well-kept trails, lawns and flower gardens, and also has an arboretum with
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specimens scattered throughout the park. There are several punti panoramici looking out in different directions, with views of the Adige valley southward towards the airport, and northward toward Trento.Tip: Take the #13 bus to S. Rocco. After crossing the playground, look for a set of stairs going down. Cross the street and head west at the intersection.
Links:
Map - Parks of Trento
More photos - Parks of Trento
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