Trekking to Sassopiatto with the mountain guides of Fassa Guide. Scenic and solar traverse to Rifugio Sassopiatto from Col Rodella in the Dolomites of Val di Fassa

The trekking to Sassopiatto (Plattkofel) is a scenic and solar excursion that proceeds by the main peaks of Mount Sassolungo and Mount Sassopiatto Ranges. It provides spectacular views that get lost among the pastures of the Alpe di Siusi and all the way to the ranges of Mount Scillar and Mount Catinaccio. From Campitello di Fassa the hikers will take the cable car to reach Col Rodella, starting point of the trekking excursion.

Sassopiatto
6 hours
Medium difficulty

Presence of nearby refreshment point
Maximum number of participants

Suitable for families and children

Information about the traverse to Rifugio Sassopiatto from Col Rodella

The traverse to Rifugio Sassopiatto from Col Rodella starts at the bottom station of the Col Rodella cable car in Campitello di Fassa. The hikers will go up to Col Rodella (2’440 meters) and to the namesake ski area.

From Col Rodella, they will go down a little on the ski track until Rifugio Friedrich August (2’298 meters). The path then enters trail number 557 that goes under the peaks of the Mount Sassolungo and Mount Sassopiatto ranges. After passing Rifugio Pertini (2’300 meters) and chalet Malga Sassopiatto, where the hikers can buy the renowned local cheeses, the path gets to the renovated Rifugio Sassopiatto (Plattkofel Hütte 2’300 meters) with its spectacular view on Mount Scillar and on the sweet meadows of the Alpe di Siusi.

Now on trail number 533 the path skirts Mount Ruf de Regna and it goes down to valley Val Duron and to Rifugio Micheluzzi (1’860 meters). The hikers will, then, go down towards chalet Baita Fraines and, eventually, to the village of Campitello di Fassa.

Daily price for an hiking in Sassopiatto

€ 330 - Price up to 3 persons
€ 360 - Price up to 4 persons
€ 400 - Price up to 5 persons
€ 440 - Price up to 6 persons

Where to meet your mountain guide for the excursion to Sassopiatto

Meeting point On the day of your excursion, meet your guide at:
start of Col Rodella cable car
Via Pent de Sera, 1
38031 Campitello di Fassa - TN
Meeting time 8.30 am
Geographic coordinates 46°28'30.7"N 11°44'45.0"E
Transfer There are no transfers from the meeting point to the excursion site.

What to bring

Trekking boots
Water bottle
Snacks
Technical apparel
Change of clothing
Backpack

What you need to know

Participants Anyone over the age of 14, with any level of training and fitness, can participate in this experience.
Under 18 Minors under the age of 18, if unaccompanied, require a waiver of liability from the parent or guardian of the child, that must be given to the guide before the excursion begins.
Equipment Remember to bring the minimum required equipment for the activity. If you do not own the equipment let us know, we will provide it for you, if available or for hire.
Reservation The reservation for this experience is individual, with a dedicated mountain guide. It may be reserved for a number of participants no greater than the maximum number allowed.
Excursion price The price shown is for the excursion with the dedicated mountain guide and possible transfer using the guide's private vehicle. It is valid for individual reservations for a number of participants that does not exceed the maximum number allowed.
Safety The mountain guide may cancel or suspend the excursion or change the itinerary if minimum safety conditions are not guaranteed. Please view the terms.
Moderate terms of cancellation The terms of cancellation and change for this experience are moderate. Please view the terms.

How to reserve your mountain guide

To reserve a mountain guide for the traverse to Rifugio Sassopiatto from Col Rodella, in the Dolomites of Val di Fassa, you must send a request that provides and specifies your contact information, the number of participants and the date/period in which you wish to take the excursion.
We will respond immediately to confirm the availability of the guide, the deadline, if any, to confirm the option for the reservation, methods of payment, characteristics and organization of the activity.
Once the reservation is confirmed, we will send you the receipt and the presentation voucher with the details of the service, the name of the mountain guide and all the contact information.