Ring of Books of San Daniele and Monte Borgà

The Libri di San Daniele loop runs along the western edge of the Friulian Dolomites Park, offering views of the surrounding mountains and wonderful encounters with the splendid nature of the area. Already upon exiting the forest during the ascent, the panorama opens towards the Piave valley, while continuing you can admire numerous views of the Monte Toc landslide, responsible for the Vajont disaster in 1967. The summit route leads to the famous Libri (or Slabs) of San Daniele: a splendid example of differential erosion that created slabs of Red Ammonitic stone leaving these fascinating “stacks” resembling a pile of books petrified by time, which have inspired countless legends around their history. From the reached summits you can admire 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains from the Dolomite summits of Pelmo, Antelao and Civetta, the Carnic Alps, and the entire context of the Friulian Dolomites with Duranno and Col Nudo. Great historical and geological interest is matched by an immense botanical richness with splendid summer blooms and a large number of butterflies. Meanwhile, throughout the route and especially on the summit meadows, it is not uncommon to encounter ibex and chamois.