Trekking on Antelao

From refuge Costapiana to refuge Antelao

  • Starting point: Rifugio Costapiana 1610 m
  • Arriving point: Rifugio Antelao 1796 m
  • Height difference: 236 m
  • Walking time: 1.30 hours
  • Difficulty: itinerary on mule track with road sign n° 251.
  • Best period: from May to October
  • Access: from Valle di Cadore

Notes: Fienili Costapiana, Staple Antracisa, Church of San Dionisio, Rif. Antelao and back.

Description: this itinerary develops along the mule track 251 that goes up from the southern slope of the Col de San Dionisio until the crossroad with the path of military origin that comes down towards the Antracisa Staple. Keeping on the left you continue to go up until you arrive to the top of the hill. From here it is possible to enjoy a beautiful panorama below on the valley; it is moreover possible to admire the beautiful alpine church of Saint Dionisio.
From the top of the hill, from an altitude of 1946 m., go down northwards and, through a steep path, reach Rif. Antelao in short time.
For the return you can follow the same path.