Plattkofel (known as Sassolungo in Italian) is one of the most iconic mountain peaks in the Dolomites of South Tyrol, Italy. Here's what I know about it:

## Geography & Location
- **Elevation**: 3,181 meters (10,436 feet), making it the highest peak in the Sassolungo Group
- **Location**: Part of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage site in South Tyrol (Alto Adige)
- **Mountain Group**: Sassolungo Group (Langkofel Group in German)
- **Nearest towns**: Ortisei (St. Ulrich), Selva di Val Gardena (Wolkenstein), and Canazei

## Geological Features
- Composed primarily of Dolomite rock, characteristic of the region
- Part of the distinctive Dolomites mountain range known for dramatic vertical rock faces
- The mountain exhibits the famous "Enrosadira" phenomenon - the reddish glow at sunrise and sunset

## Cultural Significance
- **Trilingual naming**: Reflects South Tyrol's multilingual heritage (German: Plattkofel, Italian: Sassolungo, Ladin: Saslonch)
- Important landmark in Ladin culture and folklore
- Subject of numerous paintings, photographs, and alpine literature

## Tourism & Recreation
- **Climbing**: Popular destination for mountaineers, with various routes of different difficulty levels
- **Hiking**: Surrounded by well-maintained trail networks
- **Via Ferrata**: Several secured climbing routes available
- **Photography**: Extremely popular subject due to its dramatic profile
- **Skiing**: Nearby ski areas in Val Gardena and Val di Fassa

## Access Points
- Cable cars and lifts from Val Gardena provide access to the area
- Mountain huts nearby include Rifugio Sella and other alpine accommodations
- Well-connected to the Alta Via hiking routes

The mountain is considered one of the most photogenic and recognizable peaks in the Dolomites, making it a major draw for both serious alpinists and casual mountain enthusiasts.
