Monte Zebio, Mountain summit in Asiago, Italy.
Monte Zebio rises to 1,819 feet (555 meters) and features a network of trails through spruce forests and alpine meadows on the Altopiano dei Sette Comuni plateau. The landscape reveals different elevations and connecting paths that wind through varied terrain.
From 1916 to 1918, the mountain served as a critical defensive position for Austrian forces during World War I. Extensive military fortifications were built across its slopes and remain visible today.
The mountain paths contain preserved trenches, tunnels, and military posts that form part of an open-air museum today. These structures tell the story of what this place meant to soldiers and communities during the Great War.
The mountain is accessible via a marked trail system starting from Val Giardini with various route options available. Depending on which path you choose, a hike takes from a few hours to a full day, and the terrain calls for proper hiking shoes.
The Scalambron Mine site on the mountain contains military artifacts and memorial installations that tell specific stories from the wartime period. These underground structures show how soldiers worked and lived under extreme conditions.
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