Hike to Rifugio Pedrotti

In summer, the mountains always make us feel unforgettable emotions. On a Sunday in late July, we undertake this hike from Andalo to Rifugio Pedrotti, a mountain hut embedded in the heart of the stunning Brenta Dolomites. The route is quite long and requires a good physical fitness.

Having arrived in Andalo, we park our car outside the village at the car park Val Biole in the Parco Naturale Adamello Brenta. Then, we walk towards the Altopiano di Pradel at 1,320 m a.s.l., which is easily accessible by cable car from Molveno as well. We walk past the mountain station of the cable car following the signposts SAT 340 to Rifugio Croz dell'Altissimo (1,430 m a.s.l.). The initial section of the path is quite flat and enters the forest where it turns into a route carved into the rocks, which runs along some exposed sections high above the Valle delle Seghe and delights us with wonderful panoramic views. The view of the Brenta Dolomites is truly breathtaking!

After about 90 minutes of walking, we arrive at Rifugio Croz dell'Altissimo, situated at the foot of the rock walls of the eponymous peak. Then, we continue along path no. 340 which crosses the Valle delle Seghe and the Valle del Rio Massodi. After about 30 minutes we reach Rifugio Selvata. This part of the path is not particularly difficult, however, it presents some exposed spots and is devoid from vegetation. At Rifugio Selvata we stop for a delicious lunch. We take path SAT 319 near the hut and head towards Rifugio Pedrotti, our final destination. The first section is characterised by switchbacks running across a boulder field. Then, our itinerary proceeds over rocky steps, with the cool water of the Rio Massodi flowing nearby.

We climb up to an altitude of 1,968 m a.s.l. where we see the Baita Massodi, from there Rifugio Pedrotti is visible. Be aware of the distances, as the mountain hut appears much closer than it actually is. In fact, from here, it takes us another 90 minutes to reach our destination. We continue along the path and arrive at Laghetto di Massodi (a drained lake) and the surrounding panoramic views of the Brenta Bassa, the Brenta Alta, the Campanile Alto, the Campanile Basso and the Torre del Brenta are simply wonderful.

After a relatively flat section, the path proceeds uphill, first to Rifugio Tosa (2,439 m), then to Rifugio Pedrotti (2,491 m). At our final destination we have lunch, relax and enjoy the marvellous view of the mountains in front of us. We retrace our steps to return to our starting point. This very suggestive hike is not difficult and the only thing you should keep in mind is its length.

Rifugio Pedrotti is a well-known starting point for stunning hikes in the Brenta group and offers the possibility of overnight stays. We recommend wearing appropriate clothing and footwear, using hiking poles and carrying warm clothes for the higher altitudes.

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The rifugio Tosa Pedretti is open from 20 June to 20 September 2026.

Date of the hike: 31 July 2011
Last updated in: 2026

Author: EC

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Starting point: Andalo, parking space of the Parco Naturale Adamello Brenta
Signposts: SAT 340, SAT 319
Walking time: 4 - 5 hours
Elevation gain: approx. 1,200 m
Altitude level: between 1,100 and 2,491 m asl
Experienced in: July 2011