The Lago di Fedaia, with its turquoise waters filling the wide basin of the pass, is one of the most accessible and scenic viewpoints at the foot of the Marmolada. From here start some of the area’s most iconic routes, perfect for those who want to experience the mountains through wide-open spaces, history and spectacular panoramas.
Cable car ascent to Marmolada di Rocca (3,309 m)
From Malga Ciapèla, where you can easily park, the cable car quickly takes you up to 3,270 m. From the top station, follow the ridge westward: to the south the view drops into the wild Valle Ombretta, while to the north lies the vast scree slope of the Marmolada. In about 30 minutes you reach Marmolada di Rocca (3,309 m), one of the most impressive natural balconies in the Dolomites.
The “Viel del Pan” trail (601)
One of the most famous and panoramic routes in the area. From Passo Pordoi, take trail 601, which leads to the upper station of the cable car from Canazei. Here begins the true Viel del Pan, an ancient trade route that skirts the rocky spurs of Col de Cuc and Sass Ciapèl.
The trail, always panoramic, reaches the Rifugio Viel del Pan and continues with gentle ups and downs until the Rifugio Castiglioni, overlooking the Lago di Fedaia.
Viewpoints over the Marmolada
The best viewpoints over the glacier are located near the mountain huts at Passo Fedaia, ideal for short and easy excursions.
Col de Bòus and Pian Trevisàn
To the right of the old chairlift to Pian dei Fiacconi rises the Col de Bòus, a rocky wall dominating the basin. From the small saddle, an ancient military path crosses the Ciamorciaa basin, beneath Col da Baranciè, reaching Pian Trevisàn in about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Passo del Padòn and Bivacco Bontadini
From Fedaia, another trail leads to the meadows of Stanzòn and climbs to the saddle between Monte Padòn and Mesolina. In just over an hour you reach Passo del Padòn, from where you can continue to the nearby Bivacco Bontadini, a privileged viewpoint over the Marmolada and the Sella Group.
