Simple but high altitude loop to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and views of Mt. Matajur
Starting from the Pelizzo Refuge, a spectacular loop on easy trails, however, takes us to the summit of one of the most scenic Friulian peaks, Mount Matajur! Along the way you can admire the pastures frequented in summer by Plezzane sheep, the ancient planine (casere) where the valley dwellers used to spend the summer grazing, fanstastic examples of surface karst and in season grandiose alpine blooms. A small chapel is encountered on the summit, while before returning to the Pelizzo you also pass by Dom Na Matajure, in rigufio run by an association of volunteers from the Natisone Valleys.
Definitely recommend a stop at Rifugio Pelizzo or Dom Na Matajure!
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
No special precautions, but slippery when wet! In winter often very snowy.
From Cividale go up the SS54 in the direction of SLOVENIA, at Ponte San Quirino take the SP11 in the direction of SAVOGNA. From the village follow the signs MATAJUR and RIFUGIO PELIZZO (27km from Cividale to the Refuge).
Ample parking at Rifugio Pelizzo (end of the road)
Tobacco 041
Normal hiking equipment.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.