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Pian di Cengia Hut: the 3 huts loop in Val Fiscalina

Sesto, provincia autonoma di Bolzano · Trentino-Alto Adige•1 day•Hiking · 2,564 m
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provincia autonoma di Bolzano, Trentino-Alto Adige
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Pian di Cengia Hut: the 3 huts loop in Val Fiscalina
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
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WHY THIS HIKE

Pian di Cengia: 3 huts, 1 loop

Three huts, a scree slope beneath the Paterno's walls, and the roof of Val Fiscalina all to ourselves.

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

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Val Fiscalina in the cool morning air: that's how you tackle summer up here, early start, plenty of water, altitude bringing the relief. It's a loop climbing gently through woods and meadows to the Zsigmondy-Comici Hut, then steepens toward the big scree slope below Monte Paterno: its walls on the right, the Piani lakes on the left, a stretch you walk with your eyes wide open. We cross the saddle and reach the Pian di Cengia Hut, the highest and smallest in the Tre Cime park, perched on an airy rock ledge. From there it's a long, gentle descent back down.

The Comici hut was rebuilt by CAI Padova after WWI, dedicated to two climbing legends: Emilio Comici and Emil Zsigmondy.

5 reasons to join - Pian di Cengia Hut, the highest and smallest in the Tre Cime area - the scree slope facing Monte Paterno's walls - two historic huts in one single loop - the classic Val Fiscalina round trip - the final cold beer, fully earned

Who it's for A long, rewarding day out: you'll need trained legs and stamina for hours of walking. No technical sections, just altitude to enjoy.

Book with the Guidders: this is a summer to live up high.

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 5 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+23 Guiddy points
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Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
DIFFICULT PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,317 m D+ · 18 km · 9 h
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 9 h and 1,317 m of ascent ahead, you need serious preparation: legs, lungs and being used to altitude
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket; your guide will explain crampons, ice axe and harness. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Certified Guide
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Sesto
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
1,317 m
Max altitude
2,564 m
Distance
18 km
Duration
9 h
Day
18 km · D+ 1,317 m · 9 h
Map
The stops · 18 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
Back to the cars, Via Val Fiscalina 36, 39030 Sesto provincia autonoma di Bolzano, 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
08:30MEETING
Meeting point in Val Fiscalina
We'll meet up with the Guidders in Val Fiscalina, at the paid parking area in Sesto (BZ), ready for a loop hike between two legendary mountain huts. The starting time is indicative (it depends on the season) — the exact time will be shared on the trip's Telegram group.
11:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Climbing towards Rifugio Zsigmondy-Comici
We climb in the cool morning air, surrounded by dolomite walls that keep getting closer. The trail gains height steadily, but the cool mountain air rewards every step.
13:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio Pian di Cengia — lunch break
We arrive at Rifugio Pian di Cengia, the highest and smallest refuge in the Tre Cime Park, after the long scree slope beneath Monte Paterno. We stop for lunch with Monte Paterno looming above us, the Piani lakes down in the valley, and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo in view: a panorama that's well worth every single step it took to reach this peak.
16:30HIKING TRAIL
Descent towards Val Fiscalina
We start heading down, leaving the passes behind us as the trail drops steadily through scree and high pastures. The summer heat starts to build, but the shade of the woods below awaits us.
17:30RETURN
Back to the cars
We close the loop back in Val Fiscalina together with the Guidders, tired legs and eyes full of Dolomites. Back at the cars, a cold beer or a coke awaits to toast the day.

How do you get to Sesto? 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
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Cap
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Layered clothing
RECOMMENDED
Waterproof shell
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Alessandro B.
Alessandro B.
· 15 outings
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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Rough and treacherous terrain requiring preparation and experience, equipment, and use of self-belay devices. You need to be fit enough to walk for 9 h with 1,317 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
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Until when can I cancel?
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Pian di Cengia Hut: the 3 huts loop in Val Fiscalina

Pian di Cengia Hut: the 3 huts loop in Val Fiscalina

Sesto, (BZ) · Trentino-Alto Adige
1 day · Hiking · 2,564 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
1,317 m
Max altitude
2,564 m
Distance
18 km
Duration
9 h
Guiddy points
+23
5 photos
+1 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Pian di Cengia: 3 huts, 1 loop

Three huts, a scree slope beneath the Paterno's walls, and the roof of Val Fiscalina all to ourselves.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Val Fiscalina in the cool morning air: that's how you tackle summer up here, early start, plenty of water, altitude bringing the relief. It's a loop climbing gently through woods and meadows to the Zsigmondy-Comici Hut, then steepens toward the big scree slope below Monte Paterno: its walls on the right, the Piani lakes on the left, a stretch you walk with your eyes wide open. We cross the saddle and reach the Pian di Cengia Hut, the highest and smallest in the Tre Cime park, perched on an airy rock ledge. From there it's a long, gentle descent back down.

The Comici hut was rebuilt by CAI Padova after WWI, dedicated to two climbing legends: Emilio Comici and Emil Zsigmondy.

5 reasons to join - Pian di Cengia Hut, the highest and smallest in the Tre Cime area - the scree slope facing Monte Paterno's walls - two historic huts in one single loop - the classic Val Fiscalina round trip - the final cold beer, fully earned

Who it's for A long, rewarding day out: you'll need trained legs and stamina for hours of walking. No technical sections, just altitude to enjoy.

Book with the Guidders: this is a summer to live up high.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
DIFFICULT PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,317 m D+ · 18 km · 9 h
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 9 h and 1,317 m of ascent ahead, you need serious preparation: legs, lungs and being used to altitude
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket; your guide will explain crampons, ice axe and harness. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Certified Guide
NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Sesto

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 18 km
Meeting point 8:30Back to the cars
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:30MEETING
Meeting point in Val Fiscalina
We'll meet up with the Guidders in Val Fiscalina, at the paid parking area in Sesto (BZ), ready for a loop hike between two legendary mountain huts. The starting time is indicative (it depends on the season) — the exact time will be shared on the trip's Telegram group.
11:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Climbing towards Rifugio Zsigmondy-Comici
We climb in the cool morning air, surrounded by dolomite walls that keep getting closer. The trail gains height steadily, but the cool mountain air rewards every step.
13:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio Pian di Cengia — lunch break
We arrive at Rifugio Pian di Cengia, the highest and smallest refuge in the Tre Cime Park, after the long scree slope beneath Monte Paterno. We stop for lunch with Monte Paterno looming above us, the Piani lakes down in the valley, and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo in view: a panorama that's well worth every single step it took to reach this peak.
16:30HIKING TRAIL
Descent towards Val Fiscalina
We start heading down, leaving the passes behind us as the trail drops steadily through scree and high pastures. The summer heat starts to build, but the shade of the woods below awaits us.
17:30RETURN
Back to the cars
We close the loop back in Val Fiscalina together with the Guidders, tired legs and eyes full of Dolomites. Back at the cars, a cold beer or a coke awaits to toast the day.

How do you get to Sesto? 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
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Cap
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Layered clothing
RECOMMENDED
Waterproof shell
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Alessandro B.
Alessandro B.
15 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?
⌄
Rough and treacherous terrain requiring preparation and experience, equipment, and use of self-belay devices. You need to be fit enough to walk for 9 h with 1,317 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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