Lake Federa – Ambrizzola Pass loop from Pian del Pantan (Rù Corto)

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Cortina D'Ampezzo

Lake Federa – Ambrizzola Pass loop from Pian del Pantan (Rù Corto)

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Lake Federa – Ambrizzola Pass loop from Pian del Pantan (Rù Corto)

05:56

13.4km

840m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.28 km

Waterfall

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Magnificent waterfall and subsequent stream crossing with pleasantly cool water temperature.

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2.61 km

View of the Tofane Massif

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Always wonderful views of the surrounding mountains and Cortina along the very beautiful ascent path.

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4.08 km

Lake Federa is a beautiful body of water located under the Croda da Lago refuge. An excellent destination for families and the perfect place to rest for those who are traveling the Alta Via delle Dolomiti 1.

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4.28 km

Croda da Lago Hut and Lake Federa

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The Croda da Lago Refuge is located on the shores of Lake Federa. It was built in 1901 with the name "Barbaria Hütte", because it was wanted by the mountain …

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5.11 km

View of Croda da Lago

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Continuing south from Lake Federa, the path becomes wide and easy to run, offering breathtaking views. Towards the west, you can admire the majesty of the Croda da Lago. The …

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6.47 km

Ambrizzola Pass

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The Ambrizzola fork is located at 2,277 meters above sea level and is the crossroads of various paths. From here you can enjoy a wonderful panorama of Mount Pelmo and the surrounding mountains.

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8.33 km

Forcella de Formin Viewpoint

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The Forcella de Formin, at 2,462 meters above sea level, is a large pass characterized by the presence of reddish outcrops. On one side you have the characteristic landscape of …

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9.36 km

Descent path

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For the inexperienced, the descent route is a bit strenuous and challenging as you climb over a lot of rocks.

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13.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

2.45 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.25 km

4.81 km

334 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,450 m)

Lowest point (1,690 m)

Weather

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Monday 12 October

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Comments

September 6, 2023,🇮🇹 Um die Croda-da-Lago-Gruppe/Cortina d'Ampezzo

Unfortunately, I'm still having problems publishing yesterday's tour, as instead of 80 photos, 300 photos appear, uploaded twice and four times 🫣🙏 Still can't be deleted...

Today's tour was again very nice for me. From the Giau pass road I hiked through a beautiful larch forest, some of which were also old pine trees. I then reach the lake, which …

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June 1, 2022,IT - Dolomites: Val Formin and Croda da Lago

WOW! How fantastic it is here. This walking route is punctually number one of the most beautiful walking routes ever! In addition, it is also one of the toughest hiking routes ever!

From the starting point in the forest you slowly walk up. The mountain peaks here are phenomenal! Each time you come a little closer.

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