Pleasant walk that from Cortina, along the so-called "Via dele Pendege", leads to the Chapel of San Giorgio, where a splendid panorama opens over the upper Val di Sole, reaching as far as the Tonale Pass.
"Via dele Pendege" is the name of the small road that connects Vermiglio, and in particular the little hamlet of Cortina, to Ossana. It is an unpaved road that winds along the southern side of the valley and crosses a forest of fir and larch trees, then reaches wide and sunny meadows from which you can enjoy a spectacular view. Take your time to admire the beautiful upper part of the Val di Sole and its characteristic mountain villages.
Scenic viewpoint "Via delle Pendeghe"
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San Giorgio Capital
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Mulino di Cortina
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Route info
Easy
Distance
2.6 km
Activity time
0:56 h.
Uphill Elevation
83 m
Downhill elevation
88 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
1227 m
Lowest point
1163 m
Height difference
64 m
Copyright
APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Suggestions
Points of interest: Mill of Cortina, Church of St. Peter, panoramic viewpoint, Poia farmhouses
Route suitable for strollers.
Safety information
Rules for mountain hikes:
The accessibility of trails in mountain environments is closely linked to current conditions and therefore depends on natural events, environmental changes, and weather. Always gather detailed information about the route and its conditions before setting off. You can do this by contacting the nearest information office.
If you plan to reach an alpine hut or refuge, make sure it is open. If you want to eat or sleep there, call in advance to book.
Leave information about your planned route and always carry your phone with you.
In case of emergency, call 112.
Never leave rubbish at high altitude and, if possible, avoid leaving it at huts or alpine farms.
If you spot wild animals along the trail, stay on the path, do not get too close, avoid shouting, and keep your dog on a leash to prevent it from instinctively chasing and scaring them.
Starting point
Vermiglio – Hamlet of Cortina
Directions
Starting from the hamlet of Cortina, where you can park your car just after the Church of San Pietro in Cortina (1213 m), the trail “Via dele Pendege” begins at the hairpin bend. It winds along the sunny slope through the pasture and leads to the chapel of San Giorgio (1070 m): from here, you can enjoy a wide view over the upper Val di Sole all the way to the Tonale pass. Once you reach the chapel, you can return to the starting point by retracing the same path. Alternatively, by continuing along the forest road for about 30 minutes, you reach the village of Fucine di Ossana. For the return, you can either take the same way back or, on the opposite orographic side, cross the main road and follow the Vermigliana stream along a forest road that leads through the woods and gentle meadows back to Vermiglio.
Public transportation
You can reach the village of Vermiglio by the Trentino Trasporti bus line MALÈ – MEZZANA – FUCINE – VERMIGLIO – TONALE (download the outbound and return timetables). From the bus stop, you can reach the hamlet of Cortina in about 10 minutes on foot.
How to get there
Follow the SS42 until you reach the village of Vermiglio. From there, follow the signs to the hamlet of Cortina.
Where to park
You can leave your car in the parking lot located in the locality of Cortina.
For this hike, we recommend wearing hiking boots and a hat, and bringing a waterproof jacket, sunscreen, and a water bottle in your backpack.
Don’t forget your camera or phone to capture the views and sceneries you like the most. If you feel like it, you can share them on social media using #visitvaldisole.
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