Prati di Croda Rossa (Plätzwiese)
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Prati di Croda Rossa (Plätzwiese)

Trentino-Alto Adige

Plätzwiese is a broad open meadow saddle between the Braies and Landro valleys, ringed by the Croda Rossa, Picco di Vallandro and the Cristallo. A nearly level road-and-track loop crosses it past a WWI fort and two mountain inns, with a short climb possible to Picco di Vallandro for the Tre Cime view.

Duration
3 hours
Distance
8 km
Elevation
+250 m
Best season
June – October

Parking · Paid

Paid parking at the Plätzwiese barrier above Carbonin/Cimabanche (access road closed midday in summer — shuttle runs).

Water

Water at the plateau inns.

Highlights

  • Open plateau under the Croda Rossa
  • WWI Forte di Prato Piazza
  • Optional Picco di Vallandro summit

With your dog

Leashed dogs welcome on the plateau tracks inside the Fanes-Sennes-Braies park; livestock about.