From Casso to Forcella Salta (via CAI 372)

Hiking trails & Routes

Italy

Friuli Venezia Giulia

Pordenone

Erto E Casso

From Casso to Forcella Salta (via CAI 372)

Hard

4.3

(26)

182

hikers

From Casso to Forcella Salta (via CAI 372)

06:36

12.2km

1,290m

Hiking

Cobbled village trail climbs to dramatic limestone formations and ibex-filled ridges above Vajont valley.

Last updated: September 15, 2025

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 1.92 km for 1.81 km

Waypoints

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148 m

Casso Village

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The beautiful village of Casso.

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1.88 km

Connecting Path on the Ledge towards Monte Borgà

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This is the section of the ledge trail that connects the beech forest uphill from Casso and the steep hanging meadow at the base of Mount Salta. A fundamental route to overcome the rocky base.

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2.91 km

View of the Valley from the Ascent to Forcella Salta

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Steep and large hanging meadow towards Salta fork.

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3.26 km

View of the Vajont Landslide from the Hanging Meadow

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What better position could there be to view the huge Vajont landslide than from the steep hanging meadow that climbs towards Mount Salta and the pass of the same name.

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3.59 km

Salta Pass

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Forcella Salta, watershed between the Vajont valley and the Piave valley.

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3.82 km

Ibex on the Ridge Between Monte Salta and Monte Borgà

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The ridge between Mount Salta and Mount Borgà is a favourite place for herds of ibex.

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12.2 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.91 km

5.83 km

193 m

168 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.98 km

4.76 km

1.97 km

397 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,170 m)

Lowest point (890 m)

Weather

Friday 9 October

16°C

8°C

66 %

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Max wind speed: 4.0 km/h

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Comments

June 21, 2025,Nei luoghi del Vajont, i libri di San Daniele, il monte Borgà, il Troi del carbon.

The area of the huge Vajont landslide that occurred on October 9, 1963 at 10:39 p.m. has forever marked the territory and the population of Erto, Casso, Longarone and other localities in the area. Today's climb to the books of San Daniele, Mount Sterpezza, Mount Borgà, with a return via Troi del carbon is the best observation point to see …

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May 18, 2025,Casso (PN) Giro ad anello I libri de San Daniele, Monte Borgà

A challenging excursion, due to the overall difference in altitude and duration, requiring attention in some points of the route, especially near Forcella Salta. The loop starts from the centre of Casso (950 m) in the municipality of Erto e Casso (PN), follow the signs for Laste di San Daniele and Monte Borgà along the CAI 372 path, Prà de …

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September 17, 2025,Gämsen und Steinböcke - feine Rundwanderung am Mt. Borgà

It wasn't easy for me to plan technically easy yet appealing circular hikes in the steep Dolomites of Friuli. So, this day trip was absolutely perfect. It was varied and even pleasant for the tired dog paws!

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October 2, 2025,Anello del Monte Borgà e Libri di San Daniele

The Monte Borgà and Libri di San Daniele loop is a long and strenuous route with steep and sometimes exposed sections, making it suitable for experienced hikers, requiring good fitness and stable weather conditions. It starts from the village of Casso (PN) and ascends Monte Borgà (2,228 m). Near the end of the climb, before continuing toward the summit of …

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