3.7 km and 470 m of elevation gain (with the Rosetta cable car); Cima Rosetta adds 1 km




















Pale di San Martino Traverse
6 days / 5 nights
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Highlights
- Start from San Martino di Castrozza, below the peaks of the Pale di San Martino
- Add the optional climb to Cima Fradusta, with wide views across the plateau
- Cross the Altopiano delle Pale, a vast rock plateau at 2,500-2,700 m
- Descend through the forest of Val Pradidali to the floor of Val Canali
- Take in the wide views of Cimon della Pala at Passo Rolle
- Pass the two Colbricon lakes on your way back to San Martino
The route crosses the heart of the Pale di San Martino over six days, linking three CAI huts on the plateau and in the valleys below. Days 2 and 4 cross the Altopiano delle Pale: rocky, uneven karst at 2,500-2,900 m with sustained exposure and no shelter between the huts. The descent from Rifugio Pradidali into Val Pradidali (CAI trail 709) is steep, with exposed sections secured by cables and metal handrails in the first two kilometres. Day 4 climbs more than 800 m in a single push from Rifugio Treviso to Passo Canali. Trail 701 below Rifugio Rosetta also has cables and handrails, on day 5 and on day 1 if you walk up instead of taking the cable car. No via-ferrata kit or helmet is required.
What’s included in the price?
Self-guided
Are you looking for a good adventure and limitless flexibility? Then you should try out a self-guided tour, perfect for independent explorers who want to set their own pace. Without the need to stick to a group schedule, you’re free to linger at scenic viewpoints while the logistics are taken care of in advance.
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NOT INCLUDED
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Combines 3- and 4-star hotels, guesthouses, and B&Bs with private en-suite rooms and breakfast, and nights in rustic mountain huts or refuges with shared dormitory-style rooms and half-board meals. Comfortable properties are prioritized — hut stays are included only where the terrain or logistics require it.
These are examples of the type and standard you can expect. Actual properties may vary depending on availability.
What to bring to the tour
- Hiking shoes/boots
- 25 to 45-liter backpack
- Base layer
- Sports T-shirts
- Hiking shorts
- Hiking water-repellent pants
- Waterproof jacket
- Midlayer
- Sports socks and underwear
- Leisurewear for evenings
- Down jacket
- Gloves
- Shade hat/cap
- Warm headwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Headlamp
- Hiking poles
- ID card or passport
- Snacks
- Cash
- Water bottles or hydration pack
- Sleeping liner
- Toiletries
- Toilet paper
- Small first aid kit
The Pale di San Martino Traverse beckons adventurers to explore the heart of the Dolomites, a journey marked by majestic peaks, serene lakes, and lush valleys.
Notable highlights include the serene Laghi di Colbricon and the panoramic Cima Fradusta mountain peak.
The paths, weaving through diverse terrains, offer a blend of peaceful woodland trails and exhilarating rocky ascents. The journey between Rifugio Rosetta and Pradidali unfolds across the rugged Pale di San Martino plateau, where each step reveals a new facet of the Dolomites' beauty.
Every aspect of the Pale di San Martino Traverse is carefully curated to provide a seamless and enriching experience. We book your rifugios, and you'll have our customer support and a digital guidebook with GPS navigation for all stages.
On the first and fifth days, cable cars can shorten the walk without missing out on the stunning vistas. But hikers should still be prepared for a strenuous adventure that tests physical endurance and hiking prowess.
The Pale di San Martino Traverse is one of the most demanding hikes we offer. This adventure is suited for fit and experienced hikers who are prepared for a challenge. The trails, while immensely rewarding, demand a good level of fitness, sure-footedness, and hiking experience.
Join us on this extraordinary traverse of the Pale di San Martino.
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