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This classic stage leads to the symbol of Val Gardena: the legendary Sassolungo massif, visible from all three villages of the valley. Beneath the towering 1,000-metre-high northeast wall of Sassolungo, the route first crosses the fascinating “Stone City”, a vast labyrinth of boulders and rock formations at the foot of the massif resembling a petrified landscape.
From the Sella Pass, the panoramic Friedrich August Trail follows the southern side of the Sassolungo group, with gentle elevation changes and magnificent views of Marmolada, the Queen of the Dolomites, and the Catinaccio massif. From the Sassopiatto Hut, the trail continues through alpine meadows and rocky terrain towards Forcella del Sassolungo.
Hikers can instead choose to cross the spectacular “rock cathedral” of Forcella del Sassolungo using the iconic “coffin lift” (Furcela de Saslonch). From there, the descent follows partly secured mountain trails to the Sassolungo Hut.
For more information visit: Curona de Gherdëina in Val Gardena - Dolomites
Using the Monte Pana and Mont de Sëura chairlifts, reach the Mont de Sëura mountain station (2,117 m). From there, the route follows trails 526B, 528 and 526 beneath the dramatic north wall of Sassolungo towards Comici Hut – approx. 1:30 h.
From the Sella Pass, the route passes the Friedrich August Hut and Sandro Pertini Hut along the panoramic Friedrich August Trail (557) to the Sassopiatto Hut.
Here, hikers are rewarded with spectacular views over Seiser Alm, the largest high-alpine pasture in Europe.
The return route follows trails 527, 526 and 526B back to Mont de Sëura / Monte Pana, followed by a bus transfer to Selva or Ortisei.
Walking time from Sella Pass: approx. 4 h
Variant 2: Through the Forcella del Sassolungo
Alternatively, from the Sella Pass, the traditional “Furcela de Saslonch” cable car takes hikers up into the Forcella del Sassolungo.
From there, the partly secured trail descends to the Sassolungo Hut and continues along trails 525, 526 and 526B back to Mont de Sëura / Monte Pana. Afterwards, return by bus to Selva di Val Gardena or Ortisei.
Walking time from Sella Pass: approx. 3:00 h
Lifts: Monte Pana chairlift / Mont Sëura chairlift / gondola “Furcela de Saslonch”
Walking time: 4:50 h
Total duration: approx. 5:30 h
Distance: 11,5 km
Ascent: 861 m
Descent: 861 m
Note: There are no alternative routes for this stage. Before the Puez Hut, the tour can be shortened by descending into the scenic Vallunga valley (trail 16 – approx. 800 m descent).
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