Hi Markus,

It sounds like you have a lot of experience. For me (Sabrina), the ascent was manageable, but the descent was tricky, especially from Passo del Travignolo to Passo Bettega, because we were just hiking down a field of rocks (no easy switchback trail) and I grew increasingly fatigued with where to step. Also, the final stretch to the summit is exposed.

If you do this hike, make sure you’re well-rested (we weren’t) and start early.

I would recommend first hiking the loop trail around Pala di San Martino – a far more scenic and enjoyable hike. That hike should feel very moderate (no big deal). If you have any difficulty on the circuit, then do not hike Cima della Vezzana.

Happy hiking,
Sabrina

I never found much of a problem hiking up 1000m at 3000m altitude, or without trail markings (using GPS/hiking maps), or on scree/rocky terrain, i.e. on “red” trails. But any black trails are not for me. So just wondering what “very challenging” means for you. Thank you.