Franzedaz Valley, at 1980 meters of altitude, is an alpine pasture surrounded by Mount Fop, Cime d’Auta and the south wall of Mount Marmolada in the heart of the Dolomites.
The route starts from the village of Malga Ciapela where you can decide if you want to follow a footpath or a forestry road. Once arrived at Malga Franzedaz farmhouse, you can also continue your excursion in order to reach Forca Rossa Pass at 2490 meters of altitude or Col Bechèr Pass at 2312 meters of altitude on the left.
Level: for experts
Starting point: Malga Ciapela camping parking lots
Difference in altitude: 1050
Time: 4 hours one way
You have also the chance to make a ring route going up through the footpath till Malga Franzedaz and descent following the forestry road.