Sas dales Nü

Sas dales Nü is a peak in the Fanes group of the Dolomites, located in South Tyrol (Alto Adige), northeastern Italy. The summit sits near coordinates 46.63°N, 11.98°E, within the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park — one of the largest protected areas in the South Tyrolean Alps.

Where Is Sas dales Nü?

The peak forms part of the Fanes massif, a distinctive mountain group in the Eastern Dolomites. The surrounding territory belongs to the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, which covers extensive high plateaus, rock ridges, and alpine meadows above the valleys of Alta Badia and Cortina d'Ampezzo. The entire Dolomites region is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflecting its exceptional geological and landscape value — a status that applies to the Fanes group in full.

How to Get There

The main access point for the Fanes group is the Rifugio Fanes mountain hut, reachable from the Alta Badia valley or from Cortina d'Ampezzo. From the hut, trail number 13 ascends to the Fanes plateau. Paths then cross the saddles between the peaks, including the col between Sas dles Nö and Piz de Sant Antone, leading up to Ju de Sant Antone at 2,466 m.

The ridge and summit of Sas dales Nü are accessible via a via ferrata — a route secured with steel cables. Proper equipment is required: harness, via ferrata set, and helmet.

What You'll See

The Fanes massif combines sheer limestone walls with open highland plateaus. Trails in this area cross sections of pine forest and wide mountain pastures, opening up panoramas over dozens of Dolomite peaks. The nature park is largely roadless in its upper reaches — a near-untouched environment with small alpine lakes, rich wildflower meadows, and chamois populations.

The area borders the Alta Badia ski resort zone and, to the east, the Cortina d'Ampezzo basin — one of the most recognizable destinations in the Dolomites.

When to Visit

The hiking season in the Dolomites runs from late June through September. During this period, trails around the Fanes group are clear and well-marked. In winter, the area is used for ski touring; reaching the summit of Sas dales Nü then requires alpine mountaineering equipment and experience in winter terrain.

Spring and early autumn are transitional periods — some trails may still be or already become difficult to access due to remaining snow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sas dales Nü a technical climb?
Reaching the vicinity of the peak involves moderately difficult hiking trails. The ridge and summit route requires completing a via ferrata, meaning a harness, via ferrata set, and helmet are mandatory. The route is not suitable for hikers without via ferrata experience.

Where do trails to Sas dales Nü begin?
The main starting point is Rifugio Fanes, accessible from Alta Badia or Cortina d'Ampezzo. Trail 13 from the hut leads to the plateau, from where paths continue toward the Sas dles Nö ridge.

Is the peak inside a nature park?
Yes. Sas dales Nü and its surroundings fall within the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park. The park enforces nature protection rules: no camping outside designated areas, no picking plants, and no motor vehicle access to the park's high terrain.

Where can I stay near Sas dales Nü?
The closest mountain accommodation is Rifugio Fanes. In the valleys below, the Alta Badia towns — Corvara, La Villa, San Cassiano — offer a full range of hotels, guesthouses, and holiday apartments.