Walking EuropePasso Padon, Fassa valley from Lake Fedaia
Walk 6109
Country - Italy
Region - Dolomites - Val de Fassa
Author - Dolomites Inn, Penia near Canazei
Time - 4.50 hours
Grade - moderate
The start is from the end of Lake Fedaia at the pass (2057 m.), towards Malga Ciapela.
Follow the path up the ski piste to the Passo Padon. Before arriving (1hour) at the Refuge Passo Padon take the path towards the right (No. 636 ). Eventually you will arrive after 45 minutes at an outcrop of rocks. Take time here to explore the Austrian bunkers (2500 m.) and dug outs from the Great War (1914 - 1918 ).
Proceed along the path, which here is not well sign posted. However you can see the difference in the terrain where there once was a track to move the canons in the first World War. Continue to you arrive at the trigonometric point in the middle of the Austrian trenches of Mount Foppa. From here fantastic views towards Cortina and the Eastern Dolomites, the Marmolada glacier ('Queen of the Dolomites'), Civetta ('King of the Dolomites'), Mount Antelao ,Sorapis, Mount Pelmo, Cristallo, Nuvolau, Averau, Falzarego.
To return retrace your tracks along the same route. Keep your eyes open for "King of the Alps" and Marmots which are abundant just above the Lake Fedaia. Also there is the possibility of seeing Chamois and Ibex.
Suggested Maps
- Val di Fassa e Dolomiti Fassane - 1:25000 scale - sheet 06 published by Tabacco
Stay Safe
Do enjoy yourself when out walking and choose a route that is within your capabilities especially with regard to navigation.
Do turn back if the weather deteriorates especially in winter or when visibility is poor.
Do wear the right clothing for the anticipated weather conditions. If the weather is likely to change for the worse make sure you have enough extra clothing in your pack.
Do tell someone where you are planning to walk especially in areas that see few other walkers.
Do take maps and other navigational aids. Do not rely on mobile devices in areas where reception is poor. Take spare batteries especially in cold weather.
Do check the weather forecast before leaving. The Met Office has a number of forecasts for walkers that identify specific weather risks.
Please Note - These walks have been published for use by site visitors on the understanding that Walking Britain is not held responsible for the safety or well being of those following the routes as described. It is worth reiterating the point that you should embark on a walk with the correct maps preferably at 1:25000 scale. This will enable any difficulties with route finding to be assessed and corrective action taken if necessary.