First World War Itinerary in the Val Resia Valley Floor

In the Resia Valley, the Italian army built fortifications, roads and military mule tracks in anticipation of an Austro-Hungarian invasion. These works were then used in October 1917 during the retreat after the Battle of Caporetto. Of the 12 itineraries that wind through the mountains of the Julian Prealps Regional Nature Park, mainly intended for trained hikers, the one that includes the area where the fighting of October 1917 took place is simple and suitable for everyone. From the Park headquarters in Prato di Resia, the route reaches the former war cemetery. A military road then leads to the remains of artillery positions, the cableway and other military buildings. Finally, turning towards the locality of San Giorgio, visitors will find the remains of an Italian artillery position.