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Path n.7 starts off as a jeep track but 10min uphill a marked path branches N through the shrubs, climbing over a panoramic ridge where Croda del Becco and Croda Rossa come into view. The jeep track is rejoined for the rest of the way to Rifugio Sennes (2126m, 40min), set in rather bare surrounds (although apparently satisfactory for the herds of robust cows around).

At this point, should the final section look too long and tiring, by all means take the short cut to Campo Croce.

Exit to Campo Croce (45min)

A matter of minutes E of Rifugio Sennes, you reach the fork for the straightforward jeep track (n.6A) that drops SE via Val Salata under the line of cliffs that sweep down from the Remeda Rossa plateau. The source of the River Boite, which waters Cortina and later joins the Piave, is on the final stretch to Campo Croce (1758m).

The panoramic terrace at Rifugio Biella

Instead of the lane that takes a broad sweep E then N for Rifugio Biella, a more varied and interesting path (n.6) cuts NE over a ridge. Leave Rifugio Sennes uphill due N on a rough track, turning off R near a low shed. You quickly reach undulating terrain with masses of gentians, edelweiss and marmots, Croda del Becco visible with its trademark shiny grey inclined slabs. The path drops gradually to join the lane heading E for Rifugio Biella (2327m, 1hr), the panorama ranging SW to the Tofane and Pelmo. This hut is run by an alpine guide with a lifetime of experience in the world’s mountains. It can also be reached on Walk 2.