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Val Vescovà - Rifugio Bianchet Trail
02:33
19.1km
1,120m
Mountain biking
This difficult 11.9-mile mountain bike route to Rifugio Furio Bianchet offers challenging climbs and stunning Dolomiti Bellunesi views.
Last updated: February 26, 2026
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4.45 km
Vescovà Valley
Highlight • Gorge
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9.62 km
Furio Bianchet Hut
Highlight • Mountain Hut
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19.1 km
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Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
15.3 km
2.52 km
932 m
412 m
Surfaces
15.2 km
3.12 km
501 m
325 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,260 m)
Lowest point (490 m)
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Tuesday 19 May
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to mountain bike this route?
The estimated duration for mountain biking the Salita al Rifugio Furio Bianchet da La Muda Argordina route is approximately 2 hours and 33 minutes (9200 seconds). This is for the full 19.1 km out-and-back journey.
What is the terrain like on the way to Rifugio Furio Bianchet?
The trail starts with a short paved section before quickly transitioning to a stony forest road. You should be prepared for nearly 4 kilometers of stony, loose ground, often affected by landslide debris. The path features numerous hairpin bends and a constant uphill gradient. The surface is predominantly gravel (15.0 km), with shorter sections of asphalt, unpaved, and paved surfaces.
Is this trail suitable for beginners?
No, this trail is considered difficult for mountain biking. It demands good fitness and advanced riding skills. Some sections may even require you to push your bike due to the challenging terrain and steepness.
Where does the trail start and is there parking available?
The trail starts from La Muda Agordina. While specific parking details aren't provided, it's generally advisable to look for parking in or near La Muda Agordina, as it serves as the primary trailhead for this route.
What can I see along the route to Rifugio Furio Bianchet?
The route offers stunning natural beauty, winding through scenic forest paths of beech and fir trees. You'll pass through the picturesque Vescovà Valley, surrounded by high rocky walls. The destination, Furio Bianchet Hut, provides spectacular panoramic views of the Bellunesi Dolomites, including the prominent Schiara mountain and the distinctive "Gusela del Vescovà."
What is the best time of year to mountain bike this trail?
Autumn is particularly recommended for this route, as the forest paths of beech and fir trees transform into a "real spectacle" with vibrant, warm colors. However, the trail can be enjoyed during other seasons, weather permitting, keeping in mind the challenging terrain.
Is the Salita al Rifugio Furio Bianchet da La Muda Argordina trail dog-friendly?
While the Dolomites generally welcome dogs, specific rules for this trail within the Parco Nazionale Dolomiti Bellunesi may apply. It's always best to keep your dog on a leash, especially given the challenging terrain and potential for wildlife encounters. Ensure your dog is fit enough for a difficult mountain bike ride.
Are there any permits or entrance fees required for this trail or the Parco Nazionale Dolomiti Bellunesi?
Generally, there are no specific permits or entrance fees required to access trails within the Parco Nazionale Dolomiti Bellunesi for day use. However, it's always good practice to check the official park website for any updated regulations or specific requirements, especially for activities like mountain biking or overnight stays.
Does this trail intersect with other well-known paths?
Yes, the route intersects with several other paths. A significant portion of it (64%) follows the "Alta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 1". Smaller sections also overlap with "Via La Stanga" (13% and 12%) and the "Sentiero Tematico 'La Via degli Ospizi'" (3% and 2%).
Is this an out-and-back or a loop trail?
This trail is primarily an out-and-back route. Creating a loop is challenging due to the specific terrain and geography of the area.
What should I be aware of regarding safety on this route?
Be cautious, especially in the dark and narrow valley sections with imposing rocky walls, as there is a possibility of falling pebbles, particularly in adverse weather conditions. The stony, loose ground and constant uphill gradient also demand advanced riding skills and attention.
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Trail Reviews
Ascent to the Bianchet refuge along the dirt road of the Vescovà valley. I wondered who in the past invented this road and how many resources it took to build it. I do not think it is a military structure (the only reason for such an effort), it does not seem to me there are even large pastures (and I do not think haymaking was practiced on the col dei Gai ...), there are no hydroelectric works, I have not seen aqueducts. .. so? If anyone knows, so be it. The fact is that at 1500m south of the Muda (good parking at the restaurant) a road starts which, after a series of asphalted hairpin bends and a crossroads, with clear indications, leads us to the Bianchet refuge after a good eight steep and stony kilometers. for a good part. Nothing insurmountable, but for a muscular one it takes a certain commitment. The road runs along a high rock wall in the first part, then suddenly descends for about fifty meters until it meets the junction of the "shortcut" path that begins on the Agordina with a flight of stairs (I would say that for those who want to climb on foot this variant is highly recommended). Then, after a bit of a slight slope, it starts to climb again with several hairpin bends, to overcome a fairly important jump. There are signs that indicate the danger of falling rocks and it is better not to look up (we are in a deeply embedded valley). Then again a depression, the crossing of a wooden bridge that crosses the stream, then go up the slope to the left orographic, other hairpin bends and, finally, the meadow on which the Bianchet rises. To the north we have an imposing slab, in front of the col dei Gai and, to the south, a few meters from the building, you can see the Schiara with the unmistakable silhouette of the Gusela del Vescovà. On a sunny day the excursion can make sense, otherwise I would tell you to postpone and postpone to better weather. The return by the way of ascent. Some go down the initial shortcut with the bike too, but frankly, I'd avoid. PS: the discllevel indicated by wikiloc is to be halved ....