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Palantina, Colombera and Tremol - 3 peaks above in Piancavallo

Hiking trail recommended route
Hiking trail · Aviano
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  • At the beginning of Val Sughet, at the crucifix
    At the beginning of Val Sughet, at the crucifix
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    Loop that climbs three peaks of the Prealps overlooking the Piancavallo resort area. Reserved for experts, it can be simplified if limited to the ascent of Tremol and Colombera peaks.

    difficult
    Distance 8.6 km
    4:50 h
    1,033 m
    1,034 m
    2,188 m
    1,289 m

    The proposed loop covers part of the Alta Via dei Rondoi, an incredibly rewarding route that runs among the peaks of the Cavallo - Col Nudo group.

    The hike initially climbs along karst slopes through splendid beech woods preceding the meadows of the Val Sughet, an amphitheater enclosed between the mountain group’s peaks, with notable karst phenomena and alpine flora of incredible beauty.

    The small valley is climbed entirely up to the Palantina pass at 2055m to continue along steep meadows towards the summit of the Cimon di Palantina.

    The variety of landscapes and panoramas is remarkable and is also offered in the subsequent expert-only ridge traverse, where encountering some chamois is not uncommon. 

    The route descends to the Colombera pass and continues along the northeast face of Colombera with a ferrata section. From the summit, the climbing difficulties decrease and the Tremol, the last peak of the route, offers a panorama reaching as far as the Adriatic Sea.      

    Author’s recommendation

    The Arneri refuge offers dining service during opening periods.

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    Difficulty
    T4 difficult
    Overall difficulty
    difficult

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    Landscape
    Highest point
    Cimon di Palantina, 2,188 m
    Lowest point
    Piancavallo, 1,289 m
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    Safety information

    Hike not to be undertaken in case of uncertain weather (the upper part is exposed to lightning and the steep terrain can become very slippery when wet).

    It is necessary to carry a via ferrata kit and protective helmet for the ascent section from the Colombera pass to the Colombera summit.

    From the Palantina pass to the Colombera summit it is necessary to have a steady step, no dizziness, and mountain hiking skills suitable for experienced hikers

    Along the loop there are no water sources; on particularly hot days, consider carrying an adequate amount of water.

    Tips and suggestions

    For hikers not adequately prepared it is advisable to walk the route in reverse, thus ensuring the possibility to reach without particular technical difficulties or exposure first the summit of Mount Tremol and then that of Mount Colombera.

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    The Piancavallo tourist center is served by local public transport lines (bus).

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    Directions

    From Aviano (PN) follow the municipal road that climbs with wide switchbacks to the Piancavallo locality. 

    Upon reaching the roundabout at the entrance to the village, continue along Via Collalto (to the right) towards the sports facilities. At the next fork follow the signs for the medical guard clinic and the ice rink, reaching the facility located a short distance away.

    Parking

    There are many parking options near the Ice Rink and the sports field. The route starts near the latter, overlooking the camper rest area.

    Coordinates

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    46.112296, 12.514364
    DMS
    46°06'44.3"N 12°30'51.7"E
    UTM
    33T 307923 5109528
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    Book recommendation by the author

    "Beyond the path" - Coel Editions 

    Author’s map recommendations

    Hiking map published by Ed. Tabacco - No. 012 Cansiglio, Piancavallo, Valcellina

    Equipment

    Standard hiking equipment, helmet, and via ferrata kit.


    Localization

    Parts of this content were machine translated using Italian as the source language

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    Difficulty
    T4 difficult
    Overall difficulty
    difficult

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    8.6 km
    Duration
    4:50 h
    Ascent
    1,033 m
    Descent
    1,034 m
    Highest point
    2,188 m
    Lowest point
    1,289 m
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