An itinerary featuring spectacular views that takes you back into the heart of the Natisone Valleys to the mountain that symbolises this area, the Matajur.
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The fifth stage of the Kobarid – Cividale del Friuli/Čedad circuit is a pleasant nature excursion through the Natisone Valleys and Mount Matajur.
difficult
Distance 15.8 km
Duration8:00 h
Ascent1,500 m
Descent340 m
Highest point1,638 m
Lowest point167 m
An itinerary focused on the natural beauty that leads through the Natisone Valleys, penetrating an area full of fascinating woods, mountains and the splendid waters of the Natisone River that almost silently preserves the memory of one of the most pivotal moments of the First World War. The highest peak in the area, Mount Matajur (1645 metres) is considered a symbol between Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Slovenia. Although there are no visible traces, historically this area is remembered for the actions of the young Lieutenant Erwin Rommel, who between October 24 and 26, 1917, moved from Tolmin and reached first the Kolovrat ridge and then Mount Matajur, contributing to the success of the Austro-German plan that led to the Caporetto Retreat
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PromoTurismoFVG Storia
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Friuli Venezia Giulia
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Difficulty
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
1,638 m
Lowest point
167 m
Best time of year
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Track types
Show elevation profile
Rest stops
Gubana della Nonna
Safety information
In winter, the climb is only recommended for experienced hikers due to the risk of snow and ice (which can occur from the end of October to the end of April).
Public transport
By bus:
SAF Routes 310, 311, 312: Cividale del Friuli – San Pietro al Natisone (multiple itineraries)
Get Timetable to destination
to
K-C5 San Pietro al Natisone/Špiètar - Matajur
Parking
Start point: the car park of the Municipality of San Pietro and the sports ground
End point: the car park of the Pelizzo mountain hut
Coordinates
DD
46.127179, 13.485242
DMS
46°07'37.8"N 13°29'06.9"E
UTM
33T 382978 5109293
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Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!
Equipment
The appropriate clothing and shoes for trekking, a packed meal and drinks, a flashlight, and hiking poles.
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