The historic pastures of Coston and Malga dal Sass (Malga Sass) are situated in the forests of the Lagorai range, within the municipality of Valfloriana
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Now, in early June, spring has arrived even at high altitudes. The snow on the meadows at the edge of the forest melts, and crocuses, gentians and anemones begin to blossom. We drive to Valfloriana, our starting point and park by the road near a bridge crossing the Rio delle Seghe stream. From there, just before the bridge, we take the path on our right, which runs east of the stream. After about 100 metres, we turn onto a steep path to our left and begin our ascent through the forest.
The path is not signposted, and the only junctions along the way are with two forest paths that cross the steep slope. It is not difficult to stay on the right path. This steep climb continues up to an altitude level of 1,800 m a.s.l., where the view opens up behind us towards the Val di Fiemme. Here, we take a forest path towards southwards for a few hundred metres. At the next junction, we take the forest road to Malga Coston on our left. After a short break, we continue on a flat path to Malga dal Sas, a beautiful Malga at 1,910 m a.s.l., below the Busa dal Sas peak. In early June, the malga is still closed. We stop for our picnic and enjoy the stunning panoramic view before returning to the valley along the path from the malga which takes us directly back to our starting point.
Malga Sass: currently closed
Author: AT
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- Starting point:
- Valfloriana, Bridge near Bait dal Manz
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- Overall time:
- 03:25 h
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- Total route length:
- 8,8 km
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- Altitude:
- from 1.303 m to 1.906 m
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- Altitude difference:
- +602 m | -602 m
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- Route:
- Malga Coston, Malga Sass, Malga Sass road, Bait dal Manz hut
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- Resting points:
- Malga Sass (currently closed)
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- Recommended time of year:
- Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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- Download GPX track:
- Hike to Malga Sass in the Valfloriana
If you want to do this hike, we suggest you to check the weather and trail conditions in advance and on site before setting out.
