Mountain lake reflecting rocky slopes, green trees, and partly cloudy sky in Alta Badia, Dolomites region.

Hike to the Fanes plateau

Like something from another world

Mountain lake surrounded by green grass and trees, with rocky terraces and tall peaks in the background, under a clear blue sky.
Two hikers walking along a grassy trail surrounded by autumn-colored trees and mountain scenery in the Alta Badia region.

This recommendation is likely to be one of the most beautiful hiking tours you will undertake during your holiday in the Dolomites. Capanna Alpina, in the middle of the Fanes-Sennes-Braies nature park, is just a short drive away and feels like something out of a mysterious fairy tale.

The trail takes you over the Col de Locia and it isn’t just the steep ascent that will set your pulse racing. It’s the scent of mountain pines in the forest and the sound of whistling marmots in the distance. Once at the top of the high plateau, the view opens up revealing a quiet expanse where time seems to stand still. The Alpine pastures are in bloom and you can see all the way to Lavarella. It’s truly a magical place. You can return the way you came or continue hiking to Pederü. 

We are happy to offer guided hikes in the Dolomites. After all, we know all the most beautiful trails.

Start: Capanna Alpina in San Cassiano I Duration: 5.5 hours I Difficulty level: medium

The Dolomites in autumn

La Müda

Spectacular. The countryside is bathed in golden light and the forests ablaze with colour.

Due persone camminano su un sentiero tra le colline verdi, con un bosco di alberi autunnali e maestose montagne rocciose sullo sfondo in Alta Badia.

Winter fairytale in Alta Badia

La Müda

Ski-in ski-out, snowy landscape and mountain hut magic. The perfect winter in the Dolomites.

Due persone camminano su un sentiero tra le colline verdi, con un bosco di alberi autunnali e maestose montagne rocciose sullo sfondo in Alta Badia.