The great ridge of the Chila and Guarda mountains

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Friuli Venezia Giulia

The big, green ridge
Photo: Nicola Ceschia, Friuli Venezia Giulia

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A long traverse on the most beautiful ridge in the Resia Valley. This route straddles the Resia and Uccea valleys, with breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks

Open

difficult

Distance 12.4 km

5:15 h

762 m

876 m

1,717 m

1,073 m

Panoramic traverse in Val Resia connecting Malga Coot to Sella Carnizza following CAI trail 731 on the long grassy ridge south of the Canin group, in the heart of the Julian Pre-Alps Nature Park. From the pastures of the alpine hut, the trail climbs among meadows and beech trees toward Monte Guarda, with wide views of the Resia Valley, Canin peaks and Slovenian valleys.

The trail continues at high altitude between scenic ridges and short passages through the forest, touching old farmhouses and remnants of high-altitude pastoralism, to the wide pass of Sella Carnizza, where a small road connects Resia Valley and Uccea Valley.

Challenging hiking itinerary in terms of development and elevation gain, suitable for trained hikers and to be done only in stable weather.

Since this is a traverse, it is necessary to use two cars (one at the starting point and one at the arrival point).

The route can be walked in both directions.

Author’s recommendation

Upon arrival, it is recommended to enjoy local delicacies at one of the two agritourisms on the Carnizza saddle or at malga Coot if you take the route in the opposite direction.

The itinerary lends itself to many variations, such as climbing from the hamlet of Uccea and staying overnight at the casera Caal shelter.

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Parco Naturale Prealpi Giulie

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Friuli Venezia Giulia

Difficulty

T3 difficult

Overall difficulty

difficult

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Highest point

1,717 m

Lowest point

1,073 m

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Dirt road

9.1 km

Forested/wild trail

401 m

Path

2.9 km

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Safety information

In case of accidents, the number to call is 112 NUE

Ticks are present throughout the Friuli Venezia-Giulia region, so it is advisable to inform yourself about prevention and protection techniques: Ticks information FVG region

The route is not recommended after and during adverse weather conditions and is not recommended during the hottest summer hours.

There are no water sources along the route, so bring enough.

Much of the route has no telephone coverage. Tackle this route only when properly prepared.

Tips and suggestions

It is recommended to take home all kinds of waste and to preserve the places crossed as best as possible.

Please note that the collection of plant species or parts thereof is prohibited inside the Nature Park and may be subject to restriction as per R.L. 7/2009 in outdoor areas. Alist of protected species can be found at this link.

Please note that within the protected areas dogs must be kept on a leash.

Roadbook

From the parking lot at the end of the road, continue along the dirt road in the direction of malga Coot and then continue along CAI trail No. 741 following the signs for Mt. Guarda. From the top of the mountain continue westward following CAI trail No. 731 in its entirety to the stavoli Gnivizza locality, near sella Carnizza.

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Blick zu den südl. Ausläufern des Mt. Canin
Höhenrücken mit M. Chila

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There are no public transportation lines to the starting point of the route.

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The great ridge of the Chila and Guarda mountains.

Directions

The Malga Coot farmhouse, the starting point of the itinerary, can be reached via SP42. From the SS13-Pontebbana in the direction of Tarvisio, turn right in Resiutta and follow the signs for Stolvizza and then Malga Coot.

The Malga Coot farmhouse can also be reached from Tarcento, following SR646 in the direction of Uccea. At Uccea, turn left following the signs to Sella Carnizza and then continuing on the same until passing the hamlet of Lischiazze and reaching the intersection with SP42. From here, turn right and continue to Stolvizza and then Malga Coot.

PLEASE NOTE: The Uccea-Sella Carnizza road is often subject to safety work. Before following these directions, check to see if it is open.

Parking

Ample free parking available. GPS point

Coordinates

46.329713, 13.427749

DMS

46°19'47.0"N 13°25'39.9"E

UTM

33T 378982 5131883

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Equipment

Equipment appropriate for outdoor activities is recommended:

Rain jacket;
Long pants;
T-Shirt;
Sweatshirt;
Hiking shoes or boots;
Hat;
Water and snacks;
First aid kit;
Tick spray

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Status

Open

Difficulty

T3 difficult

Overall difficulty

difficult

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

Distance

12.4 km

Duration

5:15 h

Ascent

762 m

Descent

876 m

Highest point

1,717 m

Lowest point

1,073 m

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