This 4-day loop trek is a very versatile proposal as it allows you to choose between several variants of different difficulty. This is why it can be tackled by both those approaching the multi-day trek for the first time and those who are already experienced.
The track on the map presents the most demanding route. The MEDIUM and EASY variants are described in each stage in the TURN-BY-TURN DIRECTIONS section.
The route offers spectacular views of the Lagorai chain and the Pale di San Martino. Along the entire route there are refuges and refreshment points where it is possible to take a break, eat, and spend the night. The route leads to the discovery of some little-known routes, among Alpine lakes and trenches from the Great War, a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the nature and history of the Fiemme Valley. After the first two days dedicated to the exploration of Alpe Lusia, amidst paths characterised by a great variety of rocks and porphyry outcrops, and with the Dolomites as a backdrop, on the third and fourth days you will literally immerse yourself in the beauty of the Pale di San Martino, with their soaring spires and picture postcard landscapes.
Almost the entire route runs through the territory of the Paneveggio - Pale di San Martino Nature Park, a protected area since 1967.
MORE INFO:
APT Fiemme Cembra - Tel. +39 0462 241111 - info@visitfiemme.it - www.visitfiemme.it
Alpe Lusia Bellamonte - Tel. +39 0462 576234 - bellamonte@alpelusia.it - www.alpelusia.it
Rifugio Capanna Passo Valles - Tel +39 0437 599136 - 0437 599460 - info@passovalles.com - www.passovalles.com
Even if this trail is not technically difficult and has no dangerous stretches, we always and in any case suggest to follow the general rules on safety for mountain hikes.
DEMANDING ROUTE: from Rifugio Lusia take path No. 633 towards Laghi di Lusia. You climb up through pastures admiring the panorama of the surrounding mountains. On reaching the saddle you notice the Laghi di Lusia (Lusia Lakes) further down, which can be reached in a short time. Continuing on path No. 633, you walk along the shores of the first lake and the second lake, then ascend to the Forcella di Bocche. From here the path becomes more demanding, passing over stones and the remains of barracks and trenches. When you reach Cima Bocche (2,745 m), you can admire numerous peaks: the Lagorai chain, Dolomite massifs such as Latemar, Catinaccio, Sasso Piatto, Sella, Marmolada and Pale di San Martino. From the summit, follow path No. 628 downhill to Bivacco Juribrutto (Sforcela Grana) and then path No. 629 to Lago di Juribrutto. From here go up 120 metres on path No. 631 to a panoramic saddle and then descend, at times on a mule track, to Malga Valazza. The last part of the route to Rifugio Capanna Passo Valles (1 km) is on the asphalted road, caution is advised! (12.6 km - 1,015 metres of ascent - 1,031 metres of descent)
Rifugio Capanna Passo Valles - Tel +39 0437 599136 - 0437 599460 - info@passovalles.com - www.passovalles.com
MEDIUM ROUTE: follow the description of the demanding route to the first lake and the Bivacco Redolf. From here take path No. 621 which descends through the pastures to Malga Bocche, an excellent panoramic terrace on the Pale di San Martino. After a break at the malga, go back 200 metres and take path No. 623 towards Malga Juribrutto (closed) and Passo Valles. When you reach Malga Valazza, the last part of the route to Rifugio Capanna Passo Valles (1 km) is on the asphalted road, caution is advised! (14.8 km - 789 metres of ascent - 808 metres of descent)
Rifugio Capanna Passo Valles - Tel +39 0437 599136 - 0437 599460 - info@passovalles.com - www.passovalles.com
EASY ROUTE: from Rifugio Lusia take the forest road downhill (path No. 623) in the direction of Malga Bocche. The road winds its way through green pastures, pretty wooden huts and cirmoli woods. Having reached Malga Bocche, an excellent panoramic terrace on the Pale di San Martino, continue along path No. 623 in the direction of Malga Juribrutto (closed) and Passo Valles. Having reached Malga Valazza, the last part of the route Rifugio Capanna Passo Valles (1 km) is on the asphalted road, caution is advised! (13.8 km - 458 metres of ascent - 476 metres of descent)
Rifugio Capanna Passo Valles - Tel +39 0437 599136 - 0437 599460 - info@passovalles.com - www.passovalles.com
Hiking shoes, rain-jacket, hiking poles, water, snack and sun cream.
Everything needed for overnight stays in the mountain huts.
