In the wild nature of Val Monzoni

Snowshoe hike from Pozza to Val Monzoni

Starting from the hamlet of Meida, follow Strada de Meida, which then becomes Strada Ruf de Ruacia, until you reach the San Nicolò stream, near the Soldanella restaurant. Just before the bridge (Pont de Garneté), turn right onto a small dirt track. The climb is gentle at first, but gradually becomes steeper. You gain altitude through a short series of hairpin bends, then the route levels out until it joins the road into Val San Nicolò.
Once you reach the Chapel of the Crucifix, right and follow trail no. 603 into Val Monzoni. Pass the barrier, a hairpin bend and a long diagonal section. The ascent continues steadily and is steeper in places. After a short but steep stretch, ignore the junction on the right for trail no. 635 to Pian de la Peracia and continue along a flatter section until you cross the Monzoni stream. From here, continue to Malga Monzoni, set among wide, snow-covered pastures.
From Malga Monzoni, if conditions allow, you can continue along summer trail no. 624 towards the Vallaccia mountain hut. It is advisable to contact the hut in advance.

Return along the same route. Please be aware of ski mountaineers, snowmobiles and sledgers.

1. Plan your excursion in advance according to your abilities, the weather, the characteristics and conditions of the itinerary, and the risk of avalanches. 

2. Inform someone about your planned itinerary, return time and possible changes.

3. Plan your outings with others and, when possible, rely on a mountain professional.

4. Bring avalanche rescue equipment (beacon, shovel and probe) with you, practise using it regularly and do a group test before setting off.

5. Make sure you have suitable clothing and equipment (poles, crampons, water, snacks, etc.). 

6. Always keep your pet on a leash.

7. Constantly and carefully assess the conditions of the route and your mental, physical and technical abilities. If in doubt, turn back.

8. Do not cross ski slopes, either downhill or cross-country.

9. Respect the environment around you and take your rubbish back down to the valley.

10. Help those in need. In case of real need and for emergencies, call 112.

Main access routes to the valley from the A22 (Modena-Brennero motorway) Ora/Egna exit: SS 48 (Dolomites Road) - San Lugano - Val di Fiemme - Val di Fassa (approx. 45 km). From the Moena bypass (industrial area), continue towards Canazei Bolzano Nord exit: SS 241 (Great Dolomites Road) - Passo Carezza - Vigo di Fassa (approx. 40 km). From Vigo, head north towards Canazei or south towards Soraga di Fassa and Moena

Other access routes to Val di Fassa

From the A27 motorway (Venice), Belluno/Ponte nelle Alpi exit: SS 203 to Agordo, then SP 346 over Passo San Pellegrino to Moena (Val di Fassa). From the Moena bypass, continue towards Canazei From the A27 motorway (Venice), Belluno/Ponte nelle Alpi exit: SS 203 to Agordo/Alleghe/Rocca Pietore, then SP 641 over Passo Fedaia to Canazei From Arabba: SS 48 over Passo Pordoi to Canazei From Val Gardena: SS 242 over Passo Sella to Canazei

Trentino Trasporti bus lines - Val di Fassa Line 101: Canazei - Cavalese - Trento Line 104: Cavalese - Ora - Trento Line 123: Moena - Passo San Pellegrino - Falcade

südtirolmobil bus lines - Val di Fassa

Line 180: Vigo di Fassa - Passo Carezza - Bolzano

- Nearest bus stop (Trentino Trasporti): Pozza di Fassa > Pera (Vac)

- Nearest ski bus stop: Pozza di Fassa > Buffaure lifts

Val di Fassa Tourist Board

Strèda Roma, 36

38032 Canazei (TN)

Phone +39 0462 609500

info@fassa.com

www.fassa.com

For up-to-date path conditions, please contact the Vallaccia mountain hut.

Malga Monzoni can be reached on foot, by snowshoes or ski mountaineering. Possible downhill back by sledge. 
WARNING: the Malga Monzoni is closed for winter 2024-2025!

At the trailhead there is a Girsberger Artva checkpoint allowing ski mountaineers or snowshoers equipped with self-rescue gear to check the status of their device. The checkpoint also records passages, so you know exactly how many people pass on the trail and how many of them have the Artva.