A spectacular hike of about 6 hours, in the scenic landscape of the Fanes-Senes-Braies Nature Park.
A spectacular hike of about 6 hours, in the scenic landscape of the Fanes-Senes-Braies Nature Park. Departing from the centre of San Vigilio, you will arrive comfortably by bus at the Pederü hut, a perfect starting point for entering the Fanes valley. Take path no. 7, which quickly ascends the valley floor surrounded by austere rock faces. Breathtaking views of the most important peaks in the area open up along the way.
After about two hours of walking, you will come in sight of the Fanes refuge, at an altitude of 2100 m. The hut is located on a plateau, from where you can admire the unspoilt nature of the Dolomite mountains. The hut is a perfect spot to rest before resuming the walk, continuing in the direction of the Lé de Limo (Limo Lake), and then reaching the Gran Fanes malga. From the malga, follow the high route no. 1 to Col de Locia. It is not difficult to imagine how the landscape may have inspired the legends that have spread through this area: the green meadows dotted with flowers and the clear lakes in which the peaks of the nearby mountains are reflected paint a bewitching, fairytale picture. Continuing along the path you will reach the Capanna Alpina, located in the shadow of the famous Lagazuoi, one of the most striking mountains in the entire Alpine arc.
Starting from the centre of San Vigilio, take bus no. 462 to the Pederü hut. Take path no. 7 on the right, which leads to the Fanes meadows .
After about two hours of walking, you will come in sight of the Fanes refuge, at an altitude of 2100 m. The path continues in the direction of the Lé de Limo path no. 11, and then reaches the Gran Fanes hut. From the hut, follow the high route no. 1, still trail no. 11 to Col de Locia. Continuing along the path you will reach the Capanna Alpina, located in the shadow of the famous Lagazuoi. From here continue to the bus parking area in the direction of the Sciaré bridge. Bus 465 in the direction of Corvara will take you to La Villa. There take bus no. 460 towards Brunico and change at Longega, where bus no. 461 will take you back to San Vigilio.
public transportation
Getting to the starting point of the tour or point of interest by public transport is easy and convenient.
