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Via ferrata Ivano Dibona

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mirank23. 09. 2019 21:27:53
Jajčk hasn't existed for three years anymore, so you have to start at Tre Croci pass. In less than one hour we go past the buildings of the closed Son Forca station. Staunies saddle with Lorenzi hut some 700m higher doesn't even look so terribly farzavijanje z očmi Interestingly, all describers of this tour didn't think about changing directionzmeden and descent down here. Lorenzi hut, as well as cable car objects, relentlessly decay, so we soon set off on ferrata I. Dibona, which runs along the ridge mostly on remnants of WWI. Short left detour to Cristalina summit 3008m and then up-down on nicely protected interesting path past still well-preserved objects - one has a shelter. We shortened with descent before Forcello piccolo - visible and marked - and below crossed back to Son Forca and down to the pass. We're not exactly slow, but all in all it added up to nearly 8h net walking time.
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Monte Cristallo, to the right Piz popena1
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Croda da lago on the other side of the Boite stream valley2
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona it's already visible...3
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona SP station egg from 65 years ago4
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Ra gusella, Nuvolau, Averau with Marmolada behind and Gran Vernel to the right5
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona start of the toil but here it still goes6
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Pelmo and Civetta7
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona reflection of current conditions8
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona a little more, yeees a little morgen9
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona catch your breath, look back...10
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 11
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 12
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona jeee13
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 14
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona everywhere an appearance of abandonment15
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Views in all directions; Tri Čime, Elfer, Popere ridge, Zwelfer16
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Dreischusterspitze, Hochalmspitze in the background17
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Cima piata alta, Barranci18
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Lago di Landro19
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Picco di Vallandro20
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Cristallo Cima di Mezzo on the right, main peak far in the middle, jagged Piz Popena on the left21
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Croda Rossa d'Ampezzo22
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 23
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 24
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Pelmo, Sorapiss25
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Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 28
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Sorapiss29
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 30
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Cortina31
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 32
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Italians would say: mai più33
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona From the top of Cristalina, view of Antelao and Sorapiss in the fog34
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona descent from the top35
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 36
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Above Forcello Padeon; descent despite the visible path to the left is absolutely not recommended37
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona after more than 100 years - the ladder is being inspected...38
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona almost on solid ground here39
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Shelter Buffa di Perrero - alpine lieutenant colonel, fell on the Karst in 191640
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 41
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Via ferrata Ivano Dibona 43
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona Marked descent44
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona below there are two options: crossing on the path over the vzn scree or descent to the forest path45
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona we chose the path and were the only ones along the way that it would be easier to go up here...46
Via ferrata Ivano Dibona photo from the pass - Nothing new in the west (everything closed despite the crowd)47
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felix24. 09. 2019 13:15:38
In info: We were at Son Forca hut a good week ago and they told us they are negotiating about renovating the cable car to the saddle.
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bagi28. 08. 2024 14:51:41
We visited Cristallo di Mezzo for the third time, this time along the entire Dibona. We had partially walked it years ago, but curiosity hasn't left us alone since then nasmeh. What might be hidden in the untraveled part, what did we miss? And we went ....

We left the car at Ospitale d’Ampezzo pass on a smaller parking lot next to the fountain. The larger parking on the opposite side belongs to the hotel. Followed descent to Ru Felizon river and ascent along the road on the opposite side. After less than two kilometers we turned left at the junction for ferrata Ivano Dibona.

This isn't even a real ferrata, it's more a military connection from WWI along the ridge high above the valley. Carved into the slopes, in places heavily exposed and with one-way traffic, in places badly eroded. There are also many cables, quite a few more than I remember, but that doesn't change the character of this path. Extremely long, demanding and at the same time wonderful nasmeh. It passed too quickly for us and there followed only the final ascent via Bianchi to Cristallo di Mezzo and return along the same route to the former Rif. Lorenzi hut. This marks decay, only the winter room next to it is in solid condition. All ski facilities in the immediate vicinity are also decaying and dangerous for passers-by.

After such a long path, descent via the former ski slope was logical. The upper part is so steep it squeezes you somewhere, regarding length it's deceptive to the end. We surfed down the scree and somehow caught the right wave jezik. Among numerous variants we obviously chose the best and at Son Forca hut surprised we looked at the time spent. There followed a longer stop with excellent service and even better prices. After the break we descended to the valley road marked 203 and returned along it to the start. The road is about five kilometers, but non-tiring and not at all boring.

My opinion on all three accesses to Cristallo di Mezzo ...

The most beautiful is Angelo Dibona path, where with return to start Ospitale d’Ampezzo it adds up to 21 km and 2000m elevation.
The most demanding is Rene de Pol path (here), where with return to same start Ospitale d’Ampezzo it adds up to 20 km and 2000m elevation, we spent most time on it.
Most suitable for masochists is ascent via former ski slope (here), which has no end or edge and where due to summit steepness you sometimes bite with teeth velik nasmeh.

Coordinates of start for entire Dibona (Ospitale d’Ampezzo): 46.602968, 12.142490
We park at Ospitale d’Ampezzo next to the renovated fountain1
Right there is a signpost for our route. First we descend to the river2
On the other side a steep ascent follows on the gravel road. We will return on it too3
Junction to ferrata Ivano Dibona. We turn left uphill4
The introductory part is excellently routed, quite different from the Rene de Pol ferrata on the opposite slope5
Already in the initial section there are some military remains, with altitude there are more and more6
The army of course needed water and in this cavern there is a large fountain7
We started early, so the first sun catches us only on the ridge.8
View back at the remains of the first war, which are well hidden in the natural environment.9
Soon we stumble upon an even larger military settlement.10
Here are buildings of incredible sizes for such harsh conditions as can prevail in the high mountains.11
It reminds me of a religious object, in any case it has a beautiful view of the Pomagagnon and Tofane massifs.12
After a short exploration of the remains we head further...13
The path is exposed in many places, but good enough for safe progression.14
Various aids come to help over the more difficult sections.15
Extremely dangerous slope without exit... closed old path variant, although the marks are still clearly visible.16
The sun is a bit annoying due to direct sunlight in the face, otherwise the walking is pure pleasure :)17
Path junction. From here on we had walked a few years ago, only in the opposite direction.18
Also here is a new path variant, now much more frequented than last time.19
At the clearly visible obelisk we join the ridge again.20
Soon the crossing of ledges follows, looking quite wild from afar.21
There are no special difficulties. Everything is nicely secured, newer type steel cables.22
The surroundings are wild, the feeling during crossing is wonderful :)23
Right after the bend another of the many outposts. Interesting how slowly wood rots at these heights.24
View back to the mountain which we have just crossed.25
We continue. Numerous steel cables surprise us, which we don't have in memory. Perhaps it's just EMŠO at work :)26
This is certainly a change from the previous visit...27
The Buffa di Perrero shelter is fully renovated, the locked interior available to guides and rescuers.28
Another view of the eagle's nest from WWI, attached to the steep slope of Cima Padeon.29
This also goes along military paths. Something similar but even more incredible is on the Rene de Pol ferrata.30
Deeper sections are overcome by footbridges, but the main one is still to come :)31
This is not exactly from WWI, but certainly sticks to the original path.32
Here we joined Dibona last year from the Rene de Pol direction.33
We came from that direction. The hardest part hides behind extensive screes, behind Forcella Verde saddle.34
Well-visited subsidiary peak Cristallino d’Ampezzo. The path to it is fully protected.35
Still well-preserved objects after more than a hundred years.36
Approaching the final section of the military path, which passed too quickly :) 37
View of the 30m long suspension bridge, Dibona's most recognizable part.38
Followed by descent to the upper station of the former gondola.39
This will be the continuation … Cristallo di Mezzo.40
Planks are already coming loose, so caution is in order.41
Personal ID card :)42
Now both are stored in memory drawers :)43
Rif. Lorenzi hut. No one maintains the structure, condition accordingly.44
Long path behind us, so no stopping. Immediately continue on Marino Bianchi ferrata.45
This path section is much more visited, but late hour means no big crowds.46
We don't wait long, good spirit sorts everything.47
View back at the hanging bridge48
We continue on the left variant of the via ferrata almost to the top, with a D difficulty detail49
There is almost no one here, only the Italian whom we met shortly before50
The via ferrata also runs along the summit section where the steel cable is not really needed51
end of the ferrata52
A little more and we will be at the top…53
Cristallo di Mezzo, 3150 m high viewpoint. Here we take a selfie and finally stop54
We will descend the lower path, although the return via the via ferrata is not too difficult either55
All exposed sections are well protected, the rest is a crowded path56
Lower down both accesses merge and only one leads to the hut57
Steep gully that surprises in both directions :)58
Over the hut they obviously made a cross. Literally and figuratively…59
3000 m was more of an advertising ploy, in reality the elevation is around 2950 m60
The bivouac next to the hut is nicely maintained61
Ruined station. Soon it will be in the same state as the military facility next to it62
Follow the wet dreams of every true scree lover, endless descent on the former ski slope :)63
There was once….64
Backward view that greatly, greatly deceives. Everyone who went up this ski slope knows that well65
Fortunately the Rif. Son Forca hut is nearby, where we will once again tie our souls66
But before that we line up for thorough dusting off :)67
After a longer break we descend into the valley to road marked 203, which will bring us to the starting point68
This year it is already buried up to the roof …69
Cyclists also use it willingly quite often, but it has quite a few steep sections70
The grand finale is approaching ….71
Return to the starting point. We walked a long time, but we will return :)72
GPS track of the traversed path. It added up to 20 km and 2000 elevation gain73
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