During the First World War, Monte Rust was an important military communication point, using light signals and carrier pigeons, with a fundamental role in the network of forts of the highlands. Remains can be visited today.

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September 11, 2020

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the forest paths between Carbonare and Lago di Lavarone are largely very popular and frequented mountain bike trails. Refreshments and swimming facilities at the lake. The dilapidated Austrian fortress from the 1st World War on the summit of Monte Rust, at that time "Optical Signal Station Monte Rust", is not necessarily worth a visit, but offers a certain view (e.g. to Forte Cherle) and is +/- on the way.

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April 24, 2023

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During World War I, military communications were conducted via telephone and telegraph, linked by kilometers of underground cables. Fearing that bombing raids could easily cut them, the Austro-Hungarian army adopted …

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1. Monte Rust from Lago di Lavarone – loop

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2. House With Mural in Chiesa – Lavarone Lake loop from Chiesa

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3. Lavarone Lake – House With Mural in Chiesa loop from Gionghi

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1. Monte Rust from Lago di Lavarone – loop

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