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Monte Ponta: the "belly button" of Zoldo on a loop trek through WWI trails

Val di Zoldo, Belluno · Veneto•1 day•Hiking · 1,946 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY PLUS
Where?
Belluno, Veneto
On your own?
No problem
Points
+15
Monte Ponta: the "belly button" of Zoldo on a loop trek through WWI trails
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WHY THIS HIKE

Monte Ponta: Zoldo's heart

They call it the belly button of Zoldo valley. Reach the top and you'll get why.

Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Costa, in Val di Zoldo, following a loop that climbs through woods and old military mule tracks. The trail gains height steadily, with one steeper stretch halfway up that keeps us focused. Then the forest opens and we reach Monte Ponta, 1946 metres, where the view explodes in every direction: the Pelmo right in front of us, the Civetta, the Bosconero, the whole valley spread below. No viewpoint here gives you more of Val Zoldo. The descent brings us back to Costa through more woods and traces of history.

We're walking part of the Great War Ecomuseum: near Col de Salera we can take an optional short detour to see a hidden observation post and an underground WWI shelter.

5 reasons to join - the most complete panorama over Val di Zoldo - the Pelmo close enough to touch - real WWI history along military mule tracks - a loop that keeps surprising you - the "belly button of Zoldo" nickname, fully earned

Who it's for A hiking trail with no technical passages: you'll need trained legs for the climb and the will to enjoy some time up high.

Join the Guidders and find out why they call it that — book now and let's climb together.

GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens a couple of days before: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 3 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+15 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
EASY PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
585 m D+ · 7 km · 4h30
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 4h30 and 585 m of ascent ahead, if you go on a long walk now and then, you'll be fine
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Licensed hiking guide
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Val di Zoldo
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
585 m
Max altitude
1,946 m
Distance
7 km
Duration
4h30
Map
Day
7 km · D+ 585 m · 4h30
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Meeting at Costa, Val di Zoldo, Via Gavada 1, 32012 Val di Zoldo provincia di Belluno, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
A
09:00MEETING
Meeting at Costa, Val di Zoldo
We meet the Guidders at the San Longino church in Costa, Val di Zoldo (BL): meeting time is indicative, the exact one will be shared on the event's Telegram group. From here our loop to Monte Ponta begins.
B
10:00WATER
Toward Col de Salera
The trail climbs steadily through the forest toward Col de Salera, with a steeper stretch we tackle step by step. We're on old war mule tracks, among the historic remains of the Great War Ecomuseum.
C
12:00WATER
Monte Ponta — summit lunch break
We're on top of Monte Ponta, the navel of Zoldo: a 360° panorama with the Pelmo right in front of us, the Civetta and all the Zoldo Dolomites around. Here we stop for lunch, with a view you won't forget.
D
13:30WATER
Descent toward Val di Zoldo
We start the descent on a different side, with a steep stretch dropping firmly through forest and panoramic ridge. The return trail is well marked and leads us back down toward the valley floor.
E
15:00WATER
Return to the cars in Costa
We close the loop back at the San Longino church, where the cars are waiting. With the Guidders we enjoy a moment together, a cold beer or a coke to toast the day.

How do you get to Val di Zoldo? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group. Contacts and costs are agreed between you: a seat isn't guaranteed.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.

Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Windproof
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Cap
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Layered clothing
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Alessandro B.
Alessandro B.
· 25 outings with Guiddy
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Alessandro, I'm 35 and I live in the heart of the Dolomites, in Cadore. I'm a mid-mountain leader with the Collegio Guide Alpine del Veneto and a UIMLA member, with a degree in Sport Science, an MTB guide and — yes — a sommelier too: after a hike, a good glass is never out of place. 🍷 I live the mountains in every form they come in: trekking, trail running, mountain bike adventures. Moving in nature is pure energy for me, discovery, feeling, and sharing it is the part of the job I never tire of. Panoramic ridge or woodland singletrack, the goal is the same: a real, active day that puts you back together. See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Guida di Media Montagna

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I've only done easy trails, can I come?
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Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 4h30 with 585 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
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How does carpooling work?
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Until when can I cancel?
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Monte Ponta: the "belly button" of Zoldo on a loop trek through WWI trails

Monte Ponta: the "belly button" of Zoldo on a loop trek through WWI trails

Val di Zoldo, (BL) · Veneto
1 day · Hiking · 1,946 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
585 m
Max altitude
1,946 m
Distance
7 km
Duration
4h30
Guiddy points
+15
6 photos
+2 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Monte Ponta: Zoldo's heart

They call it the belly button of Zoldo valley. Reach the top and you'll get why.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Costa, in Val di Zoldo, following a loop that climbs through woods and old military mule tracks. The trail gains height steadily, with one steeper stretch halfway up that keeps us focused. Then the forest opens and we reach Monte Ponta, 1946 metres, where the view explodes in every direction: the Pelmo right in front of us, the Civetta, the Bosconero, the whole valley spread below. No viewpoint here gives you more of Val Zoldo. The descent brings us back to Costa through more woods and traces of history.

We're walking part of the Great War Ecomuseum: near Col de Salera we can take an optional short detour to see a hidden observation post and an underground WWI shelter.

5 reasons to join - the most complete panorama over Val di Zoldo - the Pelmo close enough to touch - real WWI history along military mule tracks - a loop that keeps surprising you - the "belly button of Zoldo" nickname, fully earned

Who it's for A hiking trail with no technical passages: you'll need trained legs for the climb and the will to enjoy some time up high.

Join the Guidders and find out why they call it that — book now and let's climb together.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
585 m D+ · 7 km · 4h30
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 4h30 and 585 m of ascent ahead, if you go on a long walk now and then, you'll be fine
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Licensed hiking guide
NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Val di Zoldo

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
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5 stops
Meeting point 9:00Meeting at Costa, Val di Zoldo
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
A
09:00MEETING
Meeting at Costa, Val di Zoldo
We meet the Guidders at the San Longino church in Costa, Val di Zoldo (BL): meeting time is indicative, the exact one will be shared on the event's Telegram group. From here our loop to Monte Ponta begins.
B
10:00WATER
Toward Col de Salera
The trail climbs steadily through the forest toward Col de Salera, with a steeper stretch we tackle step by step. We're on old war mule tracks, among the historic remains of the Great War Ecomuseum.
C
12:00WATER
Monte Ponta — summit lunch break
We're on top of Monte Ponta, the navel of Zoldo: a 360° panorama with the Pelmo right in front of us, the Civetta and all the Zoldo Dolomites around. Here we stop for lunch, with a view you won't forget.
D
13:30WATER
Descent toward Val di Zoldo
We start the descent on a different side, with a steep stretch dropping firmly through forest and panoramic ridge. The return trail is well marked and leads us back down toward the valley floor.
E
15:00WATER
Return to the cars in Costa
We close the loop back at the San Longino church, where the cars are waiting. With the Guidders we enjoy a moment together, a cold beer or a coke to toast the day.

How do you get to Val di Zoldo? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike.
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Windproof
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Cap
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Layered clothing
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Alessandro B.
Alessandro B.
25 outings with Guiddy
Guida di Media Montagna

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Alessandro, I'm 35 and I live in the heart of the Dolomites, in Cadore. I'm a mid-mountain leader with the Collegio Guide Alpine del Veneto and a UIMLA member, with a degree in Sport Science, an MTB guide and — yes — a sommelier too: after a hike, a good glass is never out of place. 🍷 I live the mountains in every form they come in: trekking, trail running, mountain bike adventures. Moving in nature is pure energy for me, discovery, feeling, and sharing it is the part of the job I never tire of. Panoramic ridge or woodland singletrack, the goal is the same: a real, active day that puts you back together. See you in the mountains, Guidders!

We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 4h30 with 585 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
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