Via Sett: Säumer am Septimer

This narrow spot here is the border between Bivio and Bregaglia and thus also the border of Parc Ela!

Because of such bottlenecks , the muleteering companies in the 13th century issued strict regulations on the width and weight of the rods and the freight. The goods should weigh a maximum of 120-130 kilos and be a maximum of 3 meters wide. 

A muleteer usually led 6 animals, connected by poles, over the pass. The animals carried a bell so that they could be heard from afar, so that an oncoming mule train could look for a suitable alternative spot in the steep terrain at an early stage. 

In summer as well as winter , muleteers were on the pass road. The neighbouring municipalities of Casaccia and Bivio were therefore obliged to clear and stamp the path with shovels and oxen. It was particularly dangerous in winter due to the steep slopes and avalanche danger.