Highlights
“There are many unusual routes, such as the Bepi Zac via ferrata, famous for its First World War artefacts.”
Every summer, my group of friends and I leave our families at home to go on our annual climbing trip: this is our first time in Val di Fassa. We arrive and have dinner at the Medil restaurant, right next to the B&B: it’s really convenient and the food is good. We already know we’ll be dining here again when we’re down in Campitello.
Early start, a packed breakfast, and we set off for Passo Costalunga, heading to the Paolina mountain hut. At Passo del Vajolon, we put our harnesses on for the first via ferrata. Lovely sections, spectacular views and a bit of a thrill result in a very pleasing ascent. As we’re tired we decide to skip the Masarè via ferrata; instead, we head down to the Roda di Vael mountain hut for a well-deserved kajserschmarren. In the evening, we recharge our batteries at the spa and we’re off to bed early. 432
Today we enjoy an excellent buffet breakfast at the B&B. We drive to the San Pellegrino Pass and tackle the Bepi Zac via ferrata, famous for its First World War artefacts. It’s well worth it! We then head down to Paradiso hut for an early dinner. Not only do we get a great discount, but as we arrive, the sky treats us to a colorful sunset with pink clouds. As they say ‘red sky at night, shepherd’s delight’!
Today we’re taking it easy: we drive to Pordoi Pass where we hike up the scree slope to the Forcella Pordoi mountain hut, nestled amongst rocks. Before us lies a beautiful plateau and the easy summit of Piz Boè, with the Capanna Fassa mountain hut at 3,152 metres above sea level.
On the way down, we stop over at the picturesque Pian da Mur lake, with an incredible view of the Sassolungo and Sassopiatto. It was well worth it, but watch out for fines when you leave your car!
We’ve reached the end of our journey: we’ve really enjoyed this solo getaway. In the morning, we have a lovely breakfast at Aritz (this morning taking our time), buy a few souvenirs and head home.
Via ferrata kit (harness, helmet, gloves), suitable boots, optional walking poles, first-aid kit and sun screen.
Respect the trails, don’t pick protected flowers, drink tap water (it’s delicious) and always follow the rules for accessing the passes.
Set off early to avoid the afternoon instability and, at high altitudes, avoid dislodging rocks, as they could fall on those below you.
