Pescul: Hiking, Mountain Views and Ski Civetta

Trails to Cima Fertazza and Rifugio Aquileia start in Pescul; the Val Fiorentina lifts depart from the Pescul district. When looking for a hotel in Pescul, you can first consider whether hiking, skiing or both will shape your trip. Hiking destinations vary in route and time required; lift and bus services are seasonal.

Hiking to Pastures and Viewpoints

The route from Pescul to Cima Fertazza passes through pastures and scenic sections. Along the way, you can look out over Val Fiorentina, Monte Civetta and Pelmo. The trail thus combines stretches through pastures with panoramic views encompassing several distinctive landscape features.

The easy hike from Pescul to Rifugio Aquileia takes about an hour. The route passes mountain streams and pastures where animals graze freely; it also goes through a picnic area and offers views of Monte Pelmo. Trail conditions may vary by season. If the time required is a key factor in your plans, the Aquileia hike, at about an hour, provides a concrete guide; the Cima Fertazza route focuses on stretches through pastures and mountain views.

Skiing and Winter Tours

The Val Fiorentina lifts depart from the Pescul district. Two four-seat chairlifts from Pescul provide access to the entire Ski Civetta ski area. It has 80 km of pistes, two of which are lit for night skiing. There are pistes for skiers of all ability levels. Lift access is seasonal, so check that the lifts are operating before your trip.

A separate winter option is the ski tour from Pescul to Monte Fertazza. It starts at the lift station square and follows Trail No. 569 through the winter forest. Route conditions depend on snow and avalanche conditions; check these before setting out.

Cycling and Ristoro Belvedere

There is also a lift option for cycling up to Cima Fertazza: two chairlifts departing from Pescul are equipped to carry bicycles and can reduce the elevation gain. Bicycle transport is seasonal; check before your trip whether it is available on your travel dates.

Ristoro Belvedere on Cima Fertazza can be reached from Pescul by chairlift or on foot via various trails. Operating conditions and seasonal access may vary; check before visiting.

Connections and Traditions

The Val Fiorentina ski bus connects Pescul, Santa Fosca, Selva di Cadore and Fedare at Passo Giau. The service is seasonal. If you plan to use it during your trip, check the current service and timetable in advance.

During the traditional Mascorada, the characters Matazìgn and Re del Bosc arrive in Pescul in a horse-drawn sleigh before the Mascorada begins. According to tradition, they both come from Forcella Forada. The event programme may change; check the dates to fit your travel dates. The Museo Vittorino Cazzetta in Selva di Cadore displays finds related to Mondeval.

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