Extraordinary emotions

Emotion rises in the chest immediately as you enter the Park. Take just a few steps and you'll find yourself instantly in an uncontaminated natural paradise. Extended valleys without roads or centers of human inhabitation advance between the peaks of the Friuli Dolomiti Alps that elevate the Park to the level of "wilderness” ideal for nature trekking and trekking. Far from the city's confusion and the stress of modern life, here is the peace and quiet so important for improving the quality of life: strolling the trails in contemplation, rock climbing; observing nature or simply relaxing without doing anything at all.

Park protagonists

The ability to fly is the first thing you desire as you silently observe the majestic flight of the golden eagle, every valley's one real queen, or perhaps the desire to leap from rock to rock like the herd of steenboks you might meet while hiking along the steep trails.

The entire Park throngs with life and it's no surprise if groups of roe deer, chamois and deer happen to cross your path.

Watch black grouses or wood grouses scatter in fright as you approach.

Observe young marmots at play.

These are moments you will always remember.

Wintry ice and snow

In winter, the Park glitters with a special light and the landscape assumes a fairy tale aspect.

Visit the magic land in silence on cross-country skis, snow-shoes or off-run ski touring or participate in the courses organised in climbing the walls of ice on frozen waterfalls for a unique thrill to be experienced during winter.

Discover the bright side of sub-zero temperatures!

Summer in a burst of fragrance and colour

Imagine a deep blue sky, shining green valleys, mountain peaks red with sunset and the gurgle of crystal-clear streams: you're in the Friuli Dolomiti Alps Natural Park.

37,000 hectares bursting with colour and scent. You'll be enchanted by the delicate white Huter's Sandwort or the intense sky blue of  Froelich's Gentian as the sweet smell of woods and meadows instils an immediate sensation of well-being.

Freshness fills the air everywhere, with strong aromas like mountain pine or the more subtle scent of wild orchid.

Majestic peaks

Surrounded by the towering peaks of the Monfalconi chain silhouetted against the sky at the center of a glacial basin, the Campanile di Val Montanaia stands stately and alone, the universally-recognised symbol of Val Cimoliana, the heart of the Park. You remain breathless before the sight of this amazing pinnacle jutting into the sky scaled for the first time in 1902 by Austrians Saar and Von Glanvell and now the destination in every rock climber's dreams.

The fossilised dinosaur footprints to be seen near Casavento are also surprising, while a view of the curious erosive phenomenon of the "Libri di S.Daniele" on Mount M. Borgà requires a hike up to 2200 meter altitude.

Guidelines for Park Visitors

Although the Park was established for the greater promotion and public awareness and enjoyment of the area's natural beauty, respect for the following guidelines is a fundamental requisite to guarantee coherent present and future use and sustainable development by local forces:

-          always obtain all the documentation you need and maintain contact with Park authorities (Visitor's Centers, Information Offices, and Park Headquarters);

-          Always follow the indications on the sign posts at the bottom of the valley (Parking, Picnic areas);

-          Hike preferably on the Park's primary trails (the ones marked with wooden plaques and clearly indicated in Park publications);

-          Make use of the temporary accommodation structures (mountain dairies - rudimentary shelters and huts) only when necessary by following the instructions for use posted at the entrance;

-          Report any irregularities you observe to the Park Administrative Body or Rangers;

-          The Park Administrative Body welcomes your suggestions that might help achieve better conservation, promotion, research, teaching and experimentation activities.

Visit the Park:

-          with sensitivity and respect for everything around you;

-          making minimal impact; taking only photos and leaving only footprints.

- segui i consigli indicati sulla segnaletica di fondovalle (Parcheggi, Aree di Sosta)

- percorri preferibilmente i sentieri primari del Parco (quelli segnalati con tabelle in legno e ben evidenziati sulle pubblicazioni del Parco)

- usufruisci delle strutture di appoggio (casere - ricovero e bivacchi) solo se veramente necessario, seguendo le indicazioni sul loro utilizzo (avvisi esposti sugli ingressi)

- segnala eventuali irregolarità

- suggerisci proposte per favorire il Parco nel perseguimento degli obiettivi di conservazione, promozione, ricerca, didattica e sperimentazione

Come visitare il Parco?

- con un atteggiamento di discrezione e rispetto per ogni cosa che percepisci

- facendo sentire il meno possibile la tua presenza e lasciando meno tracce possibili del tuo passaggio

- raccogliendo solo immagini, impressioni e memorie