Hike of Pic de Casamanya

Follow in the footsteps of the Italian troops during World War II on the Ivano Dibona Via Ferrata. Watch your step carefully! You might come across remnants from that period.

This via ferrata is a long via, about 6 to 8h depending on your conditions. It is a beautiful via with the Bivacco Buffa di Perrero, that could serve as a sleeping point during the night. The via starts from the Refugio Son Forca which is accessible by the chairlift from the parking per Sorapis. I would advice to take the chairlift, it will save you some energy for a long day on the via. 

There are different ways to get to Rifugio Carducci. Either from Moos (which we did) or from Auronzo. It can also be one of your stop on the Via Alta of Dolomiti Senza Confini.

The Bivacco Buffa di Perrero is located along the Ivano Dibona Via in the Dolomites, a stunning mountain bivouac shelter nestled within the rocks. It is not guarded and can likely accommodate up to 20 people with 3 “beds” of 3 and the rest on the floor . I had the chance to sleep in this bivacco while I was in the Dolomites and we were 18 people sleeping in the shelter, with about 10 on the floor 😉

I witnessed one sunrise and it was one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen. I highly recommend spending a night in the Bivacco Buffa di Perrero if you are in the area.

This hike covers just over 10 kilometers, and you will find signs to guide you throughout the route. It will take you to the Fanes Waterfalls, with the option to take a via ferrata route. You also have the choice to bypass this part of the via ferrata if you prefer. The waterfalls then flow into a small river where you can swim or simply relax by the water.

You can also explore the area by bike or go for a run. This park is located just a few kilometers from Cortina d’Ampezzo and serves as the starting point for this gravel route 🙂