The Books of San Daniele: A hike through geology, history, and breathtaking landscapes.
Erto e Casso, Pordenone · Friuli-Venezia Giulia•1 day•Hiking · 2,251 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
DIFFICULT
Where?
Pordenone, Friuli-Venezia Giulia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+24
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
The Books of San Daniele
A short excursion packed with emotion, nature, and memory. We will ascend above Erto and Casso, the two villages sadly known for the Vajont tragedy, to reach a truly unique place: the striking Books of San Daniele.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
This is a natural rock formation in red ammonite dolomite, which incredibly resembles pages of a book stacked on top of each other and emerging along the ridge. A rare geological phenomenon that merges with the symbolic power of the place: a stone book sculpted by time, suspended between sky, rock, and memory.
Every step will be a journey through wild beauty and profound history, in a corner of the Dolomites where nature and the past meet in a touching way.
✨ An excursion that tells a story, teaches, and moves you. We look forward to experiencing it together with the Guidders community.
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.
+24 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.
How hard is it, really
Guiddy scale
DIFFICULT
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,400 m D+ · 10 km · 8h30
Easy
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult — this outing
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
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 8h30 and 1,400 m of ascent ahead, you need consistent training and to be used to long hours on foot
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles and a headlamp. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish
What's included in the price
✓INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Erto e Casso
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
1,400 m
Max altitude
2,251 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
8h30
Day
10 km · D+ 1,400 m · 8h30
The stops · 10 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
Via Val Zemola 44, 33080 Erto e Casso provincia di Pordenone, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
We'll set off from Erto towards Mount Sterpezza, where we'll be rewarded with stunning panoramic views across the entire valley.
12:30HIKING TRAIL
To the heights above San Daniele!
Reaching the ridge, we'll turn left until we come across the magical and incredible Books of San Daniele.
13:30HIKING TRAIL
The Trail Back Home
After enjoying our books, the stunning scenery, and our packed lunches, we'll head back to the car along the same trail.
17:00RETURN
End of the hike
Back at the car after this incredible hike!
How do you get to Erto e Casso? 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.
Windproof
REQUIRED
Cap
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Your guide
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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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 8h30 with 1,400 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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What happens if the weather is bad?
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What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
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Until when can I cancel?
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Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before
✓You're only charged once the group is confirmed, at 7 pm the evening before departure
✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
Still have questions? Message Ibex
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The Books of San Daniele: A hike through geology, history, and breathtaking landscapes.
Erto e Casso, (PN) · Friuli-Venezia Giulia
1 day · Hiking · 2,251 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
1,400 m
Max altitude
2,251 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
8h30
Guiddy points
+24
▣ 2 photos
WHY THIS HIKE
The Books of San Daniele
A short excursion packed with emotion, nature, and memory. We will ascend above Erto and Casso, the two villages sadly known for the Vajont tragedy, to reach a truly unique place: the striking Books of San Daniele.
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
This is a natural rock formation in red ammonite dolomite, which incredibly resembles pages of a book stacked on top of each other and emerging along the ridge. A rare geological phenomenon that merges with the symbolic power of the place: a stone book sculpted by time, suspended between sky, rock, and memory.
Every step will be a journey through wild beauty and profound history, in a corner of the Dolomites where nature and the past meet in a touching way.
✨ An excursion that tells a story, teaches, and moves you. We look forward to experiencing it together with the Guidders community.
How hard is it
Guiddy scale
DIFFICULT
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,400 m D+ · 10 km · 8h30
Easy
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult — this outing
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
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 8h30 and 1,400 m of ascent ahead, you need consistent training and to be used to long hours on foot
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles and a headlamp. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish
What's included
INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Erto e Casso
Itinerary
Day · approximate times
Stops · 10 km
Meeting point 8:30Erto e Casso
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
We'll set off from Erto towards Mount Sterpezza, where we'll be rewarded with stunning panoramic views across the entire valley.
12:30HIKING TRAIL
To the heights above San Daniele!
Reaching the ridge, we'll turn left until we come across the magical and incredible Books of San Daniele.
13:30HIKING TRAIL
The Trail Back Home
After enjoying our books, the stunning scenery, and our packed lunches, we'll head back to the car along the same trail.
17:00RETURN
End of the hike
Back at the car after this incredible hike!
How do you get to Erto e Casso? 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.
Windproof
REQUIRED
Cap
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Your guide
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
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 8h30 with 1,400 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
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