Rifugio Monte Ferro 1.561 m

Rifugio Monte Ferro

difficulty: easy ∗ duration: ascent 1:00 h (311 m of difference in altitude), descent: 0:40 h ∗ length: 1,4 km ∗ departure: Borgata Bach ∗ opening: all year round ∗ location: www.rifugiomonteferro.it Borgata Soravia, tel. 392 973 3806

At the Sant’Antonio chapel, 150 m away from Hotel Bladen, take the path towards Monte Ferro. Once you have reached the departure station of the disused ski lift “Sasso Alto”; continue along the small path that runs parallel to it and quickly leads to the view of the refuge. Or you can climb to the left (west) along the old ski slope, rather steep in the first stretch, which, after a hundred meters, crosses the previous track.

Rifugio Calvi 2.164 m

Rifugio Calvi

difficulty: average ∗ duration: ascent 2:30 h, descent: 2:00 h ∗ length: 8 km ∗ departure: Cima Sappada ∗ opening: June-September ∗ location: www.rifugiocalvi.com Val di Sesis, Tel. 0435 469 232

The Pier Fortunato Calvi refuge is located in a breathtaking panoramic position, on the side of the majestic Monte Peralba, where the Piave river has its source.
Leave the car in the large car park of Cima Sappada, take the asphalt road towards “Sorgenti del Piave”. After 6 km, on the plateau of the springs, you find the junction to the refuge Calvi. Then, facing a simple climb of about an hour along the comfortable dirt road or along the path from the Great War (tunnels, forts, posts), you will reach the beautiful refuge Calvi. Enjoy the view!

Sorgenti del Piave 1.830 m

Rifugio Sorgenti del Piave

difficulty: easy ∗ duration: ascent 2:20 h, descent: 1:50 h ∗ length: 8 km ∗ departure: Cima Sappada ∗ location: Rifugio Sorgenti del Piave, Val Sesis, Tel. 334 779 9175

Start from Cima Sappada, after a couple of km you will find the first series of hairpin bends that will take you to “Pian delle Bombarde”, a beautiful flat stretch of about 1 km. It starts at the “Refuge Piani del Cristo” and ends at “Baita Rododendro”. Every now and then, if you raise your head, you will have the spectacle of Mount Peralba and Chiadenis in front of you. The first time you see them you have done about halfway, the easiest part. Another short stretch to rest is located at “Pian dei Pastori” (Malga Ochsn Hutte). From here the ramps and hairpin bends. Also reachable by car, motorbike, bicycle or electric bicycle.

Rifugio Monte Siera 1.610 m

Rifugio Monte Siera

difficulty: easy ∗ duration: ascent 1: 00-1: 15 h (345 m difference in height), descent: 0:40 h ∗ length: 1.7 km ∗ departure: Cima Sappada or departure station of the Monte Siera chairlift ∗ opening: July-August, December-March ∗ location: Pian dei Larici, tel. 0435 / 469 122

Follow the path 319 which will lead you through the tranquil secular forests of spruce up to the Monte Siera ski slope. Continue along the track and at the end the hut will appear in front of you.
The hut is located in the most beautiful vantage point on the northern edge of Pian dei Larici, next to the arrival of the chair lift.

Museo Etnografico

Ethnographic Museum

Accessible to disabled people  

Address: Cima Sappada, 32047 Sappada – tel. +39 339 673 7769  → museo etnografico sappada

The “Giuseppe Fontana” Ethnographic Museum offers a complete itinerary from the natural environment to the identity of the community that has settled and integrated itself.
The visitor is introduced to the geology, flora and fauna of Sappada’s valley. A historical section examines the origins and history of the people of Sappada up to the present day. Interesting testimonies of life shown in ethnographic collections, how the environment has forged its habits: relative isolation on the past, the particular climatic conditions, together with the peculiar identity of the community as a German-speaking linguistic island, favoured a frugal and almost self-sufficient system of life, favouring the development of the so-called “culture of wood”.

Casa-Museo della civiltà contadina

Puicher s’Kottlars haus/schtòl

Address: Borgata Cretta, 32047 Sappada  → casa-museo-della-civiltà-contadina

The complex of the Puicher s’Kottlars house is an interesting example of a simple module house with adjoining barn, dating back to the second quarter of the nineteenth century. Visitors can take a step back in time here and gain direct experience of the places, domestic habits and lifestyle of the families of Sappada (to complete the visit to the Ethnographic Museum).

Malga Casera Vecchia

Malga casera vecchia

Address: Loc. Sorgenti del Piave – 32047 Sappada – tel. +39 339 128 17 36 // +39 0435 469 833  → malga-casera-vecchia

Located at 1.700 meters asl, on the slopes of Monte Avanza and near the springs of the Piave, “Malga Casera Vecchia” is easily reachable from Sappada. It lies along the provincial road that connects Cima Sappada and the springs of the Piave. Open from mid-June to mid-September, goats, sheeps and cows are bred there, mixed cow/goat cheese called “Malga Casera Vecchia” is produced there, also goat cheese, fresh and smoked ricotta and butter. The products are sold directly at the adjoining shop, and the place is particularly renowned for picking mushrooms and for trekking. The chees dairy can be reached in a short 10-minute walk, leaving the car along the provincial road.

Piccolo Museo della Grande Guerra

Small Museum of the Great War

Address: Borgata Mulbach, 32047 Sappada  → piccolo museo della grande guerra

The Small Museum of the Great War results from the desire to honor the territory in which the Piave river has its source. A river sacred to the homeland and the men who fought against each other in these territories during World War I.
The exhibition is shown an old forge and former municipal slaughterhouse at the falls of Mühlbach. There is a rich and significant collection of findings and relics, which belonged to the two opposing sides during the World War I.

Adventure Park

Adventure Park Sappada

Address: Borgata Cima, 133 – 32047 Sappada  •  phone: +39 340 635 3354 •   → adventure park sappada

The Adventure Park is a park on trees, one of the largest in the Dolomites, designed for the whole family. Six types of courses, designed for different levels and skills.

Parco giochi

Address: Baita Sonnenalm – Borgata Kratten – Loc. Campo Sportivo – Sappada  •  phone: +39 345 989 2371  •   → parco giocchi 

Spend the day with your family in the playground of the Baita Sonnenalm – fun and relaxation for everyone.

Sappamukki

Every year in mid-September, Sappada celebrates the return of the cows from the mountain pastures with the Sappamukki festival. The parade of cows and horses passes through the village, stands offering typical local products, lots of music and lots of fun!

Maneggio cavalli

ddress: Baita Sonnenalm – Borgata Kratten – Loc. Campo Sportivo – Sappada  •  phone: +39 345 989 2371 • → maneggio cavalli

Discover the valley of Sappada on horseback with family and friends, through centuries-old forests and flowering meadows. For beginners guided walks, for young guests ponies and picturesque carriage rides available!