CIMA BOCCHE

A walk through the caves, trenches and barracks of the First World War

TECHNICAL DATA

Route length: 12 km
Total elevation gain: N/A
Maximum elevation: 2.745 m
Minimum elevation: 1.874 m
Estimated duration: 6 hours
Starting point: Col Margherita’s gondola valley station
Ending point: Col Margherita’s gondola valley station
Difficulty: intermediate

LIFTS & LIFT PASSES

FUNIVIA COL MARGHERITA (round trip)

TOUR DESCRIPTION

During the First World War, “Cima Bocche” was a key point in the Austrian defences of the San Pellegrino Valley, and the battlefield has been well preserved: the caves, trenches and barracks still retain their original appearance today.

Follow signposted path no. 628 from the Pass, climbing steadily westwards beneath the slopes of Col Margherita and “Cima Juribrutto”.

Once you reach an altitude of 2.267 metres (the junction for “Col de le Palùe”), turn left and climb up to “Forcella di Juribrutto”. From here, follow path no. 626 and descend slightly towards a stony basin.

Keeping to the right, climb up along the scree slope that cuts across the eastern flank of the rocky valley.

After about 40 minutes, you reach the long south-eastern ridge of “Bocche”, next to a tall cairn, at an altitude of 2.550 m. The ascent continues northwards along path no. 626 and you soon reach “Cima Bocche” (2.745 m).

For the return journey, follow the same route.

WHAT TO EXPECT ALONG THE ROUTE

Landscapes along the way

Cima Uomo, Cime d’Auta, Antelao, Pelmo, Civetta, Agner, Col Margherita, Focobon, Mulaz, Pale di San Martino, Col Margherita, Latemar, Monzoni, Creste di Costabella

Who is it recommended for?

Suitable for hikers with moderate experience, including families with children aged 11 and over (*not suitable for pushchairs)

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR

Sights not to be missed

WHERE TO EAT

Along the route, you’ll find several mountain huts and alpine pastures where you can stop for a short break or enjoy some excellent traditional local dishes:

“InAlto” Restaurant

USEFUL INFORMATION

How to get to the starting point

The San Pellegrino Pass can be reached from Moena (Fassa Valley) or from Falcade (BL)

Trail types

Lift, dirt roads

RECOMMENDED PERIODS

The tour is accessible from early June to the end of September

USEFUL FAQs

Is it family-friendly?
Yes, children aged 11 and over (*not accessible with pushchairs)
Do I need a Lift Pass?
Yes
How long does it take to complete?
6 hours
Are there places to eat and drink along the route?
Yes, you can enjoy a break at the “InAlto” Restaurant at the summit of Col Margherita (2,513 m.)