RADICOSAURUS of LE PLAZE in Val di Non in Trentino | How to Get There and Parking. Information
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- Aug 4
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Updated: Aug 25
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THE NEW "RADICOSAURUS of PLAZE" in Val di Non by MARCO MARTALAR
After the brand new Vaia Regeneration Dragon of Lavarone, the Lagorai Wolf, the Vaia Eagle (near Grigno), the Vaia Griffon of Tesino, and the Pradel Bear, here is a new work by Marco Martalar located in Val di Non, in the Le Plaze area, to guard the enchanting Lake Santa Giustina. The Radicosaur of Le Plaze was built with roots and wood collected directly from the lake, perfectly connecting it to this territory. Five meters tall and seven meters long, Martalar creates a creature that seems to have come from an enchanted tale: part feline, part reptilian. A fantastical being that ignites the imagination and brings out the sense of wonder that everyone carries within. Be careful, however, because the work will not last forever; the wood used has not been treated and is therefore destined to disappear. The Radicosaur is in a truly unique position: when the level of Lake Santa Giustina is high, the work will be partially submerged.
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HOW TO GET to the RADICOSAURO delle PLAZE
You can reach the Radicosauro delle Plaze by car from the Predaia area in the Non Valley, just a few minutes from Lake Santa Giustina. After Dermulo, a road will take you to the Le Plaze parking lot. Once you've parked, the trail begins. The work is located on the edge of the lake, in a quiet and picturesque clearing, easily reached with a short 10-15 minute walk, also suitable for children. Simply follow the wooden signs for the Radicosauro or the Plaze, along a flat path surrounded by nature. The trail is also suitable for strollers. The Radicosauro is located in a quiet and peaceful location, with sweeping views of the Val di Non landscape and the surrounding mountains. It's ideal for a family outing or for those seeking a magical experience of nature, art, and fantasy. It's also a perfect photo stop during a holiday in Trentino.
WHERE TO PARK to see the RADICOSAURO delle PLAZE
Paid parking is available in the Le Plaze parking lot. Click here for easy access - Google Maps. Parking is paid: €1.00 per hour for cars, €8.00 for the whole day. €1.50 per hour for campers, €15.00 for the whole day. If you have a Trentino Guest card, parking is free.
HOW MUCH TIME to GO to SEE the RADICOSAURO delle PLAZE
It takes about 40 minutes to reach the parking lot from Trento. Once you've parked, the walk to the work is about 10-15 minutes. It's easily accessible, even for children or strollers.
WHEN TO GO SEE the RADICOSAURO delle PLAZE
There's no best time to see the Radicosaur of the Plaze! It's a stunning work in any season, like all of Marco Martalar's works. In summer and spring, the Radicosaur of the Plaze dominates Lake Santa Giustina. In autumn, the landscape displays truly magical colors, perfect for photographs. In winter, however, the magic of the snow that whitens the landscape around the Radicosaur makes everything even more evocative.
WHO IS MARCO MARTALAR?
The Radicosaur of the Plaze is not the first work of its kind created by artist Marco Martalar. In 2020, in Mezzaselva di Roana on the Altopiano dei Sette Comuni, where he lives, Marco created a Winged Lion using 1,500 pieces of shrubs and trees felled by Vaia. At three meters tall and 4.5 meters long, it became the largest Winged Lion in the world. The artist soon followed with the Vaia Dragon in Lavarone, "a majestic work, a symbol of resilience and courage." This was followed by the Lagorai Wolf, inaugurated in 2022; the Vaia Eagle, inaugurated in 2023; the Vaia Griffon of Tesino, inaugurated in 2024; and the brand new Vaia Dragon, inaugurated in 2024. The Bear of Pradel was also inaugurated in 2024.
WORLD MAPPERS' TIPS to SEE and VISIT the RADICOSAURUS of LE PLAZE
Please be respectful of the area by parking in designated areas and not causing problems for residents.
Respect the area and the opera house by following the trail.
On a sunny day, you can also stop and sunbathe on the shores of Lake Santa Giustina.
Near the opera house, there's also a bar open all summer for aperitifs; the bar often hosts events and evenings.
In the same area, you can rent lounge chairs and umbrellas in the summer or take a kayak or canoe trip on Lake Santa Giustina.
The Radicosauro delle Plaze is easy to reach, even with children, and there are many other activities to do in Val di Non. We recommend the Parco Fluviale Novella, just a few kilometers from the opera house, to see one of the most beautiful canyons in Italy.
You should take advantage of the opportunity to see this new work of art right away, because being made of untreated wood, the Radicosaur will change over time, with the passing of the seasons, until it decomposes, following the philosophy of all Land Art.
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