Auronzo di cadore
Hikes and Walks
Auronzo: a vast municipal territory (Kmq 220 approximately) with a de-velopment of about 40 km between Cima Gogna, its southern hamlet and the famous Misurina, its northern hamlet. The town is framed by the Dolomites. From the iconic Tre Cime di Lavaredo, that are well visible from many places in the valley, to the Cadini of Misurina, the only entire Dolomite group in the territory of a single municipality. From the wild and secluded Marmarole to the majestic Croda dei Toni up to Tudaio and Ajarnola, the last made famous by the poet Carducci in his “Ode al Cadore”.
The territory of Auronzo is rich in thick forests of conifers and beech, including the famous “Foresta di Somadida” and its fir trees used by the Serenissima of Venice for foundations and flagstones of ships. Rich in water with the stream Ansiei and its 11 tributaries. Three beautiful lakes, Santa Caterina, Misurina and d’Antorno, located between Auronzo and Misurina.
A beautiful and coveted land that once defended itself tenaciously from the sights of the neighbours from Cortina and Dobbiaco. These deeds are among other things told in the Legend of the Rooster.
In this unique landscape, in order to allow lots of people to use paths and roads close to the settlements, we worked to map them, point them out, mark them. Routes that allow you to get to know the sights and corners of the territory of Auronzo without necessarily having to face difficult or demanding routes. More than 40 routes have been created, some of which are easier, others are more difficult due to the distance travelled, orientation and physical effort.
Our aim is to bring you immediately in contact with pure and authentic nature to make you live an experience of harmony and peace.
The trails you find on this map are panoramic and evocative valley paths, particularly suitable for those who love calm and nature lother maps should be used for high mountain trails).
Excursions generally do not present technical difficulties; however, consider always the length of the trail according to your training. The walks can have different itineraries, as the various paths are connected to each other.
The sign is made in flag form (green and white bands, as shown in picture). Always be caretul, trails may be obstructed by tallen trees or timber work. Please report to IAT offices any kind of problem you can find.
Thank you, enjoy and respect nature.
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Abbreviations: AVV. = Approach; INN. = Junction; Loc. = Location; slm = above sea level; m. = metres.
The Misurina trails shown on the map are currently under completement, regarding to the installation of signs and trail marking. Anyway, trails 2, 3, and 4 are accessible. Trail 1 can be walked only on the orographic left side, the rest of the trail requires safety maintenance Works.
Road
The trail follows almost the entire first section of the cycle and pedestrian path known as the “Traversata del Cadore”. From “Cella”, near the small Church of Santa Caterina, cross the dam on Lake Santa Caterina and turn left onto an easy unpaved road. Continue to “Campo”, where the Traversata del Cadore route branches off to the right. Cross the bridge over the Ansiei stream and continue along a short, gentle uphill section. Near a mountain hut, leave the road to avoid a large landslide and turn left onto a short but steep trail, which soon leads to “Cima Gogna”.
Very easy route along an unpaved road, except for the final section on a trail.
Walking time: 1 hour
Follow the first uphill section of CAI Trail No. 268, which begins along the lakeside road, approximately 200 metres north of the dam on Lake Santa Caterina. Pass the junction with Trail No. 2A on the left and continue for approximately 45 minutes. Then turn left and walk through the wooded area of “Val Pelego”, rich in fir and beech trees and dotted with the ruins of old hay barns. A steep descent first joins Trail No. 2A and then Trail No. 1, before reaching a level section near the hay barns of “Campo”.
Demanding trail due to some very steep sections.
Walking time: 2 hours
As with the previous route, follow the first uphill section of CAI Trail No. 268, which begins along the lakeside road approximately 200 metres north of the dam on Lake Santa Caterina. After about 15 minutes, turn left onto a less steep trail. Continue through a beautiful coniferous forest until the route joins Trail No. 2, which descends from “Val Pelego”.
Demanding trail due to some very steep sections.
Walking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
road for ¾ of the route
4) From the centre of the village in Villagrande, descend towards the lake. Immediately after crossing the bridge, follow a steep paved road uphill. At the end of the climb, the route becomes flatter and continues to “Proazei”, which offers a beautiful panoramic view of the village of Villagrande. At the fork, turn right and descend to “Navare”. Keeping to the right, pass an important hydroelectric power station and return to the starting point along an easy road following the right bank of the Ansiei stream.
Walking time: 45 minutes
4A) From the fork at “Proazei”, turn left and follow CAI Trail No. 1262 for a short stretch of approximately 300 metres. Then turn right and shortly reach the Socosta valley. Keeping to the right, follow an easy unpaved road to Malon Bridge. Turn right to rejoin Trail No. 4 at “Navare”.
Very easy trail.
Walking time for routes 4 + 4A: 1 hour 30 minutes
The trail starts in Navare street just across the Malon bridge. The first stretch follows a paved road along CAI Trail No. 271, which leads to Mount Agudo, where you can enjoy a magnificent 360-degree panoramic view. After a short climb you turn left and on steep path you reach the ski slopes of the area. It goes then to join the Cai path 271.
Steep intermediate trail.
Walking time to the ski slopes: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Walking time to the top of Agudo Mount: 2 hours and 30 minutes
The trail begins in Foleto, above Regina Pacis Square in the Reane area. From here, follow a trail through beautiful mountain pine woods. Some sections are steep and require particular care. The route eventually joins CAI Trail No. 123, which descends to the Regina della Pace Sanctuary. From here, you can enjoy a beautiful view over part of Auronzo. Continue downhill along the unpaved road to return to Regina Pacis Square. Alternatively, follow Trail No. 7 downhill in the opposite direction to reach the Muri stream and then Pospiza.
Moderately difficult trail.
Walking time to the junction with Trail No. 123: 1 hour 15 minutes
Walking time for the complete route: 1 hour 45 minutes
The trail begins in Reane, at the end of Via Ambata, where CAI Trail No. 123 to the Regina della Pace shrine also starts. Follow this trail for approximately 50 metres, then continue along a level path behind the houses of the hamlet of Pause. Shortly afterwards, the route reaches the meadows of “Pospiza”, where it joins Trail No. 7B.
Easy trail.
Walking time: 30 minutes
The trail begins in “Pause”, at the end of Via Ansiei. Follow an easy unpaved road for approximately 100 metres, then turn right and continue straight uphill, passing Trail No. 7A on the right. Shortly afterwards, the route joins CAI Trail No. 123, which leads to the Regina della Pace shrine.
Easy but steep trail.
Walking time: 1 hour
road
Follow the first section of CAI Trail No. 125, which begins at the end of Via Aiarnola, in the hamlet of “Pais” in Villagrande. After approximately 10 minutes, at “Porin”, turn left, cross a small bridge and continue through spruce and Scots pine woods. The trail soon descends towards the houses in “Foleto”. Turn right and pass to the left of a stable to reach the last houses on Via Ambata, in “Reane”.
Easy trail.
Walking time: 1 hour
The trail begins at the end of Via Aiarnola, in the hamlet of “Pais” in Villagrande. Turn left and follow an easy road for approximately 100 metres, then turn right onto a steep paved road, which later becomes a trail. Continue uphill, crossing Trail No. 8, until you reach “Ai Tofi” (1,096 m), where the route joins Trail No. 125. 125.
Easy trail.
Walking time: 45 minutes
The trail begins near the last houses in “Foleto”, above the hamlet of Riziò. Turn right, following the signs, and continue along an easy downhill trail until you reach the wide meadows of “Ferieve”. A gentle climb then leads to “Colesiei”, where there is a small farm and several beautiful mountain huts. Continue along an easy road to reach the last houses in the hamlet of “Pais”, on Via Aiarnola, which is also the starting point for several other hikes.
Very easy trail.
Walking time: 30 minutes
The trail begins at “Ai Tofi” (1,096 m), which can be reached by following CAI Trail No. 125. At “Ai Tofi”, turn right where a small stream flows downhill. A short, steep climb leads to the Crepa Marza springs, which are rich in sulphurous waters.
Short but steep trail. Take care, as the path may be slippery.
Walking time from Ai Tofi: 30 minutes
road
Follow the first section of CAI Trail No. 125, which begins at the end of Via Aiarnola, in the hamlet of “Pais” in Villagrande. After approximately 10 minutes, turn right. The trail climbs gently at first, then becomes more level before descending steeply to “Tarin”, above the Church of Santa Giustina.
Easy and very scenic trail.
Walking time: 40 minutes
The trail begins at the end of Via Aiarnola, in the hamlet of “Pais”. Turn right and follow the path behind the houses. After an initial downhill section, the trail becomes level and leads to the hamlet of “Tarin”.
Very easy and scenic trail.
Walking time: 15 minutes
This trail connects Trail No. 10 with Trail No. 125. 125. Follow the first section of Trail No. 10 and, after approximately 5 minutes, turn left. Shortly afterwards, keep to the left and continue along a trail that is initially steep but soon becomes level, quickly leading to “Ai Tofi” (1,096 m).
Easy trail.
Walking time: 15 minutes
The trail begins near the last houses at the upper end of the hamlet of “Tarin” in Villagrande. Following the signs, turn left and continue uphill along a paved road, leaving a characteristic barn behind you. Keep to the right and climb through spruce and Scots pine woods. The route soon reaches several beautiful panoramic viewpoints before crossing Trail No. 11A and then CAI Trail No. 127A, at an altitude of approximately 1,200 metres. Follow the latter downhill to reach “Ai Tofi”.
Moderately difficult trail.
Walking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Follow the first section of CAI Trail No. 125, which begins at the end of Via Aiarnola, in the hamlet of “Pais” in Villagrande. After approximately 5 minutes, turn right. The first section is rather steep and passes two high-voltage pylons, followed shortly afterwards by a telecommunications mast. Cross Trail No. 10 from “Piates” and continue straight uphill along a very steep trail. The route reaches a pleasant panoramic viewpoint overlooking the lake and the hamlet of Villagrande, before shortly joining Trail No. 11. 11.
Steep in places.
Walking time: 1 hour
More than half of the route follows a road.
The trail begins near the uppermost houses in the hamlet of “Tarin” in Villagrande. Following the signs, turn right and continue through meadows dotted with mountain huts. After approximately 15 minutes, at “Sgorgola”, turn left at the junction and climb through a beautiful beech wood to reach the clearing of “Larieto” (1,298 m above sea level). Here, the route joins Trail No. 28, which descends from “Pradeto”.
Easy trail.
Walking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
From “Sgorgola”, along Trail No. 12, turn right at the junction to connect with Trail No. 13 from “Rivalonga”.
Easy trail.
Walking time: 15 minutes
The trail begins at “Tre Crode”, in the hamlet of Villapiccola, approximately 100 metres before the grotto dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes, near a large old hay barn. Turn left and climb uphill, enjoying a beautiful panoramic view of Villapiccola. Continue through “Col Da Ruoia” and shortly join Trail No. 12 at “Sgorgola”.
Easy trail.
Walking time: 30 minutes
road for ¾ of the route
The trail begins at “Tre Crode”, in the hamlet of Villapiccola, near the grotto dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes. Keep to the right and continue uphill. Cross the bridge over the Ostera stream, where the road begins to climb. After approximately 10 minutes, keep left at the first junction and then right at the next one, near a small bridge. From here, the climb becomes steeper. Along the route, you will pass several mountain huts before reaching Sant’Antonio Pass (1,489 m above sea level), where the route joins Trail No. 14 from “Ronce”.
Moderately difficult trail, rather long and steep in places.
Walking time: 2 hours 30 minutes
The trail begins near the former slaughterhouse on Via della Grotta, in the hamlet of Villapiccola. Turn right where the paved road begins to climb and continue first along a mule track, which later becomes a trail through beech and fir woods. The route leads to “Ronce”, an area once used for haymaking, where several mountain huts can still be seen. Shortly afterwards, you will reach another beautiful clearing with more huts, known as “Somazea”. Continue along gentler slopes, passing further meadows and huts, until you reach Sant’Antonio Pass (1,489 m above sea level).
Moderately difficult but rather long trail, like the previous route.
Walking time: 2 hours 30 minutes
road
Connecting route between Trail No. 13 and Trail No. 14
Follow Trail No. 13 from “Rivalonga”. At the signposted junction, turn right where the road begins to climb. Continue along the unpaved road through spruce and beech woods until you reach “Piandalai” (1,056 m above sea level). From here, continue along the unpaved road to “Saletta”, where the route joins Trail No. 14 from “Ronce–Somazea”.
Easy trail following a cart track.
Walking time: 1 hour
Length: approximately 1,300 m
This trail connects Trail No. 14A with Trail No. 14. 14. It begins at “Piandalai” (1,056 m above sea level). Turn right at the signposted junction and follow an unpaved road past several mountain huts. The route then descends along a trail until it joins Trail No. 14 from “Ronce” at “Ronco”.
Easy trail.
Walking time: 30 minutes
road for ¾ of the route
The trail begins near the cemetery in Villapiccola or from Via dell’Angelo, at the junction with Via Don Florio De Lotto. Follow an easy trail to the road leading to Sant’Antonio Pass. Cross the road and, after a short section and fording the Diebba stream, join Trail No. 17 from “Piedo”.
Very easy trail.
Walking time: 30 minutes
Follow the first section of Trail No. 15 from “Giausiel”. After approximately 10 minutes, turn left and continue uphill. After passing several mountain huts at “Ciasamarei”, the trail reaches the Auronzo–Padola regional road. From here, if desired, continue for approximately 400 metres along the paved road and climb a steep slope to join Trail No. 14 from “Ronce”, which can then be followed downhill.
Moderately difficult trail.
Walking time to Ronce: 2 hours
The trail begins at hairpin bend No. 13 along Regional Road No. 532 to Sant’Antonio Pass, approximately 2 km beyond the Church of San Lucano. Turn immediately left onto an easy mule track. After passing a ruined mountain hut on the right, continue uphill and then along a level trail. When the trail begins to descend, pass the remains of another ruined building on the left. Shortly afterwards, the route joins Trail No. 16 from “Travasina”.
Easy trail.
Walking time: 45 minutes
road
The trail begins at “Cella”, near the small Church of Santa Caterina. Turn left and follow an easy road, initially with a gentle gradient but becoming progressively steeper, until you reach the hay barns of “Piedo” (1,379 m above sea level), in the municipality of Danta di Cadore. From here, if desired, you can follow a trail featuring the Stations of the Cross to the summit of Monte Piedo (1,686 m above sea level), which offers beautiful panoramic views and is home to a small shrine dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
Easy trail, although steep in places.
Walking time to Piedo: 2 hours 30 minutes
From Piedo to Monte Piedo: very demanding trail.
Walking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
road
As with the previous route, the trail begins at “Cella”, near the small Church of Santa Caterina. Walk uphill between the houses and, after a few metres, turn right onto an ascending section. Where the trail becomes less steep, you will see a large red bench from which you can enjoy a beautiful view of Auronzo, the lake, the Tre Cime and the mountains surrounding the village. Along the route, you will pass several mountain huts before reaching Zamberlan Trail No. 20, which climbs from “Cima Gogna”.
Easy trail.
Walking time: 1 hour
Length: 1,600 m
road
Follow Trail No. 17 from “Piedo” for approximately 15 minutes, then turn right onto a steep road. At the end of the first steep section, you will pass several mountain huts and enjoy a beautiful view of Auronzo. The route then becomes easier and continues past more huts before joining Zamberlan Trail No. 20, which climbs from “Cima Gogna”.
Easy trail.
Walking time from the small church: 1 hour 30 minutes
Length: 1,200 m
road
The trail begins along the state road, approximately 200 metres before the village of “Cima Gogna”, with signs marking the starting point. It leads to “Zamberlan”, once home to a beautiful pasture dotted with hay barns.
Easy but physically demanding trail, with a very steep final section.
Walking time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Length: 3,200 m
road
The trail begins in Val da Rin, at “Prè Ciaurin”, by fording the stream. Follow the easy cart track for approximately 30 minutes. At the junction, turn left, following the signs, and continue uphill, with some steep sections, until you reach the ski slopes of the Monte Agudo ski area at “Malon Basso” (1,361 m above sea level).
Moderately easy trail, although rather steep.
Walking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
From here, you can continue to Rifugio Monte Agudo (1,585 m above sea level), which offers a 360-degree view of the surrounding mountains, including the Marmarole, Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Croda dei Toni and many other peaks.
The route follows the first section of Trail No. 21, which begins in Val da Rin at “Prè Ciaurin”, by fording the stream. Follow the easy cart track for approximately 30 minutes and keep right at the junction. Cross a meadow dotted with mountain huts at “Rin dei Prade”, then continue through a beautiful spruce forest until you emerge into a second large meadow with more huts at “Tabià da Rin” (1,135 m above sea level). Upon reaching the road that climbs through Val di Poorse, turn right and ford the stream again. The route then reaches the Val da Rin road at “Piaza del Gobo”, near Rifugio Primula. Follow the road downhill to return to the starting point of Trail No. 21 at “Prè Ciaurin”.
Easy trail.
Walking time for the complete loop: 2 hours
The trail begins just after crossing the “Ponte da Rin” bridge at “Ligonto”. Turn immediately left and ford the stream, which is not always easy to cross. Climb through beech and spruce woods until you reach a junction. From here, a short uphill section leads to “Malon Basso” (1,361 m above sea level). Alternatively, turn right onto Trail No. 22A and follow a traverse to “Pies de le Farine”. Then descend, crossing a small watercourse, until you reach the unpaved road at “Prè Ciaurin”, where the route joins Trail No. 21. Follow this trail to the paved Val da Rin road, which leads back to the starting point.
Moderately difficult trail; care is required along the descent.
Walking time to Malon: 1 hour 30 minutes
Walking time for the complete loop (Ponte da Rin–Pies de le Farine–Prè Ciaurin–Ponte da Rin): 3 hours
road
The route begins at “Piaza del Gobo”, at the end of Val da Rin, shortly beyond Rifugio Primula (1,135 m above sea level). Follow the paved road on the right. After approximately 30 minutes, you will reach the meadows of “Pian de Sera” (1,302 m above sea level). At the junction, turn right and continue uphill along an easy vehicle-accessible road until you reach a second junction, where there are two options:
From here, continue along a gentle descent before climbing again to the summit of Monte Rusiana (1,830 m above sea level). At the top stands a large telecommunications tower, surrounded by breathtaking views of the nearby mountains. There is also a crucifix commemorating the visit of Pope John Paul II in July 1993.
Easy but rather long trail, almost entirely along a road.
Walking time: 2 hours 45 minutes
road
From the junction at “Pian de Sera”, continue straight ahead and follow the unpaved road gently downhill until it joins the Auronzo–Misurina cycle path at “Pralongo” (1,000 m above sea level). Turn right, passing an agriturismo, and continue along the level cycle path to the bridge over the Ansiei stream at “Miniera Argentiera” and Regional Road No. 48 of the Dolomites, which connects Auronzo with Misurina.
Easy trail along an unpaved road, although rather long.
Walking time from Pian de Sera: 1 hour
road
The route begins at “Tornede”, approximately 13 km from the centre of Auronzo, along Regional Road No. 48 of the Dolomites towards Misurina. Follow the forest road known as the “Americana” for approximately 3,500 metres. The road ends near a large landslide, where you must turn back.
The route winds through spruce and beech woods. Construction of the road began before the First World War, with the aim of reaching Misurina, but the project was abandoned when the war broke out. Along the way, you can still see remarkable engineering works, including bridges, retaining walls and culverts, all built more than 110 years ago.
Easy trail.
Walking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
The trail begins approximately 100 metres beyond the Giralba stream, along Regional Road No. 48 of the Dolomites towards Misurina, at “Giralba”. Turn right onto an unpaved road and continue for approximately 200 metres. At the meadow, continue straight ahead before turning left onto a gentle uphill section. At the next junction, turn right, where the trail becomes steeper. At the end of the climb, you will reach a gully where a memorial plaque commemorates Don Sebastiano Costa, who lost his life there during a mountain rescue operation on 4 March 1973. Return along the same route.
Easy trail.
Walking time for the ascent: 45 minutes
road
The route follows roads throughout and begins at “Somprade”, approximately 10 km from the centre of Auronzo towards Misurina (1,000 m above sea level). After passing the hydroelectric power station, continue along Regional Road No. 48 of the Dolomites. Near a group of houses and mountain huts, take the unpaved road uphill, which soon joins a paved road. Continue to the junction at “Cantier Maria” and turn right onto a steep track. Turning left instead leads, after approximately 20 minutes along an unpaved road, to “Stabin”, an area dotted with mountain huts and home to an artificial ENEL reservoir, along Trail No. 26A. Continue past the lower meadows of “Valscura” to the upper pastures of “Valscura Alta” (1,624 m above sea level), where you will pass a characteristic mountain hut on the right. A series of gentle ascents and descents then leads first to “Stabinrigo” and finally to Malga Maraia (1,696 m above sea level).
Long and physically demanding but very scenic trail, with a steep initial section.
Walking time to Valscura Alta: 2 hours
Walking time to Malga Maraia: 4 hours
The trail begins at “Pian dela Velma”, on the right at the end of the village, beyond a large meadow. Enter the woods, turn right and shortly begin to climb. The trail runs parallel to the village and soon reaches a point above “Ligonto”, before continuing towards the Rio Muri stream. At a junction near the stream, you can descend to the right and follow the orographic right bank of the Rio Muri to Regional Road No. 48 of Alemagna. Alternatively, turn left and cross the stream—taking particular care when the water level is high—to join Trail No. 7, which climbs from “Pospizza” to the Madonna della Pace.
A beautiful route through peaceful surroundings, offering views of the Marmarole and Val da Rin. Some steep sections require care.
Walking time: approximately 45 minutes
Follow CAI Trail No. 125, which begins at the end of Via Aiarnola in the hamlet of Villagrande. Upon reaching “Ai Tofi”, continue along the unpaved road, which becomes steeper at this point. The trail marker then changes to CAI No. 127A. After approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, Trail No. 28 begins. Turn right and shortly reach “Pradeto” (1,483 m above sea level), with its characteristic mountain hut and beautiful meadow. Climb to the crucifix above, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Then descend steeply through beech woods—taking care as the path may be slippery—to reach the meadow of “Larieto” (1,298 m above sea level), where there is a picturesque, recently built mountain hut. Here, the route joins Trail No. 12, which climbs from “Tarin”. Continuing a little further, it connects with Trail No. 13 from “Rivalonga”.
Demanding trail.
Walking time: 1 hour 30 minutes from the junction with Trail No. 127A.
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The trail begins near the cemetery in Villagrande, on Via Venezia. The route follows the Stations of the Cross, marked by large iron crosses representing the various stations, until it reaches the summit of Monte Calvario, which offers a pleasant view of the village.
Short and easy trail.
Walking time: 20 minutes
Starting from the Cella area, follow trail no. 18 towards Pian di Barco along a steep path. In just under 10 minutes, you will reach the large red bench, which offers a stunning view of the village of Auronzo. In the background are the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, with Croda dei Toni on the right and the Cadini di Misurina on the left.
