If you’re looking for an excursion in the Dolomites that combines breathtaking views with wild, untouched nature, the trail from Passo Croce d’Aune to Col di Luna, passing by Rifugio Dal Piaz, is an experience you can’t miss.
The Vette Feltrine are a mountain range within the Belluno Dolomites National Park. Compared to other areas of the Dolomites, this corner is less crowded and far wilder: endless alpine meadows, rocky walls suddenly emerging from the slopes, and a silence that restores both body and mind. A true hidden hike in Dolomites.
Trail details
| 📍 Departure | Passo Croce d’Aune |
| ⛰️ Arrival | Col di Luna (2.295m) |
| ⏱️ Est time | 6:30 hours |
| 📏 Length | 15 km |
| 〽️ Elevation gain | 1,300 m |
| 👣 Difficulty | Medium |
How to reach Rifugio Dal Piaz: trail info
Start from Passo Croce d’Aune, the arrival point of Alta Via No. 2.
From here, take the well-marked path that leads to Rifugio Dal Piaz in about 2 hours, walking through the forest and enjoying the shade on hot summer days. Soon you’ll find yourself immersed in an environment where nature reigns supreme, offering a rare sense of freedom.
Arriving at the rifugio, you might think the hike is over—but we highly recommend continuing on to Col di Luna (2,290 m), one of the most panoramic ridges of the Vette Feltrine. Isn’t this one of the most rewarding hidden hike in Dolomites?
From the hut, follow the clear trail that takes you to the grassy summit of Col di Luna in about an hour. Once at the top, the view opens in every direction:
- North: the Pale di San Martino and the Belluno Dolomites.
- South: the Venetian plain stretching all the way to the horizon.
- East: Monte Pavione.
- West: the entire chain of the Vette Feltrine.
It’s the perfect place for a long break, maybe with a packed lunch, before returning to the rifugio for a well-deserved rest.
Why this hidden gem is worth It
If you’re planning your next hiking trip in Veneto, this route is the perfect choice: complete, panoramic, and ideal for those who want to experience the mountains without rushing but with plenty of satisfaction.
Rifugio Dal Piaz and Col di Luna are waiting to gift you a truly authentic mountain day, right in the heart of the Vette Feltrine, a real hidden hike in the Dolomites you’ll remember.
