Expert Dolomiti Friulane Traverse

Step out of Claut and the wilderness wastes no time pulling you in. What starts as a quiet ascent soon slips into rugged solitude—deep woods giving way to raw, untamed slopes, where the silence feels thick enough to touch. A glimpse of the Ai Caduti monument offers a fleeting brush with history, but the trail keeps you moving, luring you higher with the promise of alpine clarity. And then, just when your legs start asking why, the forest peels back and Rifugio Pussa reveals itself—a quiet haven tucked beneath towering peaks, where tired hikers swap stories over steaming plates and tomorrow’s miles feel far away.

But don’t be fooled. This isn’t just a pleasant stroll. Along the way, a tricky stretch of narrow, exposed path reminds you that the Dolomiti Veneto-Friulane mean business. Sure-footedness, grit, and a healthy respect for the mountains aren’t optional here—they’re the entry fee for this corner of the Alps, where the reward is solitude, stunning vistas, and that unmistakable sense of earning every step.

The trail from Rifugio Pussa starts gently, drawing you into the forest where, just 500 meters in, a small waterfall offers an early reward. As you climb past Casera Col de Post at 3.2 km, the landscape opens up, and by 4 km, CAI Trail 366 delivers your first big views over the Settimana valley. This is where the real ascent begins, turning the hike from pleasant to powerful.

At 6.5 km, the peaceful Bivacco Casera Pramaggiore welcomes you for a well-earned break, surrounded by greenery and silence. A final climb leads to Forcella Rua Alta, the highest point of the day, where the wild peaks of the Dolomites stretch to the horizon. From here, the descent starts steep and technical—400 meters of rugged, exposed terrain that call for steady feet and clear focus.

The trail eases as you cross Passo di Suola, a quiet mountain pass, before winding down through forests and meadows. The final 1.5 kilometers lead gently to Rifugio Flaiban Pacherini, where you can rest, refuel, and enjoy the deep stillness of the mountains.