EFanes Plateau to Rifugio Lavarella: into the Kingdom of the Fanes
Trekking across the wild Fanes plateau to Rifugi Lavarella and Fanes, among alpine lakes and Ladin legends.
Hiking (E)
Trekking in the Dolomites: the most beautiful trails
From family walks to multi-day high routes: every trek in the Dolomites, for all levels.
Trekking is the most genuine way to experience the Pale Mountains, and here you'll find the trails sorted by level and area. They range from panoramic half-day walks — ideal for anyone after an easy hike in the Dolomites suitable for families — to longer loops that reach high-altitude huts and saddles. Each route is a fact sheet with elevation gain, walking time, starting point and CAI difficulty grade.
Among the most beautiful trekking trails in the Dolomites are classics like the Tre Cime di Lavaredo loop, the Sassolungo circuit from Passo Sella and the Adolf Munkel Trail beneath the Odle, but every valley hides quieter paths. If it's your first time, choose the routes marked as easy; for serious elevation, filter by the challenging EE-grade hikes. To learn how to read the signs, pack your rucksack and stay in a mountain hut, read our guide to trekking in the Dolomites.
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Trekking trails
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ESeceda Loop from Ortisei: the balcony above the Odle
Cable-car ascent and a panoramic ridge loop facing the Odle Group. Easy and spectacular — perfect for families.
Hiking (E)
EAlpe di Siusi Circuit: endless meadows beneath the Sciliar
An easy loop across Europe's largest alpine plateau, among mountain dairies and rolling pastures with views of the Sciliar, Sassolungo and Catinaccio.
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ECinque Torri Loop: trekking among the Great War trenches
Easy loop through the Cinque Torri rock towers and the open-air Great War museum, with views of the Tofane. Family-friendly.
Hiking (E)
EBaita Segantini and Val Venegia: loop beneath the Pale di San Martino
Panoramic loop from Baita Segantini along the green Val Venegia at the foot of the Cimon della Pala. Family-friendly.
Hiking (E)
EECadini di Misurina to Rifugio Fonda Savio: among the most cinematic spires
Ascent to Rifugio Fonda Savio in the labyrinth of spires of the Cadini di Misurina — one of the most cinematographic vistas in the Dolomites.
Experienced hikers (EE)
ECol Raiser and Rifugio Firenze: trekking at the foot of the Odle
An easy walk across the Col Raiser plateau to Rifugio Firenze, beneath the southern walls of the Odle. Ideal for families.
Hiking (E)
EESassolungo Circuit from Passo Sella: the giant's loop
The full circuit of the Sassolungo and Sassopiatto massif: a demanding classic with 360° views over the Sella Group and the Marmolada.
Experienced hikers (EE)
ETre Cime di Lavaredo Circuit: route, map and timings
The most iconic loop in the Dolomites: 10 km around the Tre Cime, past historic mountain huts and legendary scenery. Suitable for fit families too.
Hiking (E)
EELago di Coldai and Rifugio Coldai on the Alta Via 1
Ascent to Lago di Coldai and its namesake hut on the Alta Via 1 route, at the foot of the great Civetta wall.
Experienced hikers (EE)
EMonte Piana: open-air museum of the Great War
A history-laden hike across Monte Piana, among trenches, tunnels and gun emplacements from the First World War, with views of the Tre Cime.
Hiking (E)
EEPiz Boè Summit Route: the easy three-thousander of the Sella
Ascent to the summit of Piz Boè (3,152 m), the highest point of the Sella Group reachable by experienced walkers without technical climbing, aided by the cable car.
Experienced hikers (EE)
EERifugio Tissi: the balcony facing the Civetta wall
Ascent to Rifugio Tissi, considered one of the most panoramic huts in the Dolomites, directly facing the immense "wall of walls".
Experienced hikers (EE)
EERifugio Vajolet and the Torri del Vajolet in the Catinaccio
Ascent into the heart of the Catinaccio to Rifugio Vajolet, beneath the iconic Towers. A demanding route for experienced hikers.
Experienced hikers (EE)
EEAscent of the Sciliar to Rifugio Bolzano from the Alpe di Siusi
A demanding ascent to the high plateau of the Sciliar and the historic Rifugio Bolzano, with views of the Denti di Terrarossa.
Experienced hikers (EE)
EAdolf Munkel Trail: trekking at the foot of the Odle
The quintessential panoramic trek beneath the north faces of the Odle, through alpine huts and forests of the Puez-Odle Nature Park. Easy and family-friendly.
Hiking (E)
EViel del Pan Trail: the balcony overlooking the Marmolada
One of the most famous panoramic trails in the Dolomites, directly facing the Marmolada glacier. Easy and open to all.
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