ヴァッレディ・カドーレの峠・トップ18

A tough pass to reach, even more so in winter than in summer. Getting there, as usual, is worth the effort. To find out why, you have to go there.

The Staulanza Pass (1,766 m above sea level) is a Dolomite mountain pass located between the slopes of Mount Crot (Civetta Group) and those of Pelmetto (Pelmo Massif). It belongs to the municipality of Val di Zoldo, near the borders with Selva di Cadore and Borca di Cadore. It is crossed by the SP 251 road, which connects the Val di Zoldo with the Val Fiorentina. The Staulanza refuge stands at the pass. The pass is a convenient starting point for hikes around Pelmo, Civetta, and Croda da Lago.

You have to be careful on the slope starting from the San Marco Refuge because due to the fact that there are landslides here every other day, the path is not always visible and the pebbles and gravel sometimes make the climb complex.

Quite technical and difficult

Great stop at the beginning/end of route or along Alta Via

Forcella Piccola is a prominent Alpine pass located in the Antelao mountain range, in the Dolomites, in the province of Belluno, Veneto, Italy. It sits at an altitude of approximately 2,120 meters above sea level. Forcella Piccola is a highly panoramic site, offering spectacular views of the surrounding peaks, such as Mount Pelmo, the Marmarole, and of course Antelao itself, often called the "King of the Dolomites" for its imposing nature. It is also a crossing point for the Dolomite High Routes, specifically routes 4 and 5.

Great food, but don't come just to eat. On the walls you'll find descriptions of the manager's countless mountaineering exploits.

Breathtaking views, everywhere you look.