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.
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Full-day hikes in the Dolomites
Full-day routes, between two and a half and six hours of walking, to take the mountains at a relaxed pace.
Full-day hikes are the heart of a trip to the Dolomites. They run between two and a half and six hours of walking, long enough to get well into the mountains, reach a hut for lunch and still be back the same day without sleeping at altitude.
This page gathers the full-day treks, from classic loops under the great walls to climbs up to summits and plateaus. For each one we note the elevation gain, the time and the difficulty. Pack a lunch or book a table at a hut, and always leave a margin of time for the way back.
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ELago di Molveno Loop: the full circuit of the lake
The full circuit of the lake at the foot of the Brenta: 12 km of beaches, lakefront, wild woodland and a suspension bridge. Easy, just long enough, good for families and dogs.
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ESeceda Loop from Ortisei: the balcony above the Odle
Ride the cable car up, then walk a panoramic ridge loop straight at the Odle Group. Easy, spectacular and great for families.
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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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EEARock Climbing at the Cinque Torri: Cortina's classic crags
The Cinque Torri are one of the best-loved climbing crags in the Dolomites, with routes for every level just minutes from the huts.
Via ferrata / Expert (EEA)
EBaita Segantini and Val Venegia: loop beneath the Pale di San Martino
A panoramic loop from Baita Segantini along the green Val Venegia at the foot of the Cimon della Pala. Good for families.
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EECadini di Misurina to Rifugio Fonda Savio: among the most cinematic spires
A climb to Rifugio Fonda Savio in the maze of spires of the Cadini di Misurina, one of the most cinematic views in the Dolomites.
Experienced hikers (EE)
EDobbiaco–Cortina Cycle Path: the great Dolomites railway trail
The Val Pusteria cycle path towards the Dolomites: along the former Dolomites railway line from Dobbiaco to Cortina d'Ampezzo, through tunnels and spectacular mountain scenery. Family-friendly.
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EESassolungo Circuit from Passo Sella: the giant's loop
The full loop around the Sassolungo and Sassopiatto: 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. Ten kilometres around the Tre Cime, past historic huts and scenery you have seen on a hundred postcards. Fit families can do it too.
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EELago di Coldai and Rifugio Coldai on the Alta Via 1
A climb to Lago di Coldai and its namesake hut on the Alta Via 1, at the foot of the great Civetta wall.
Experienced hikers (EE)
EELago di Sorapis: the hike to the turquoise lake from Passo Tre Croci
One of the most photographed lakes in the Dolomites, with an almost unreal turquoise colour. A panoramic trail with a few exposed, cabled sections.
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.
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EERifugio Tissi: the balcony facing the Civetta wall
A climb to Rifugio Tissi, rated one of the most panoramic huts in the Dolomites, facing the immense "wall of walls".
Experienced hikers (EE)
EERifugio Vajolet and the Torri del Vajolet in the Catinaccio
A climb into the heart of the Catinaccio to Rifugio Vajolet, beneath the famous Towers. A demanding route for experienced hikers.
Experienced hikers (EE)
EEAscent of the Sciliar to Rifugio Bolzano from the Alpe di Siusi
A demanding climb to the high plateau of the Sciliar and the historic Rifugio Bolzano, with views of the Denti di Terrarossa.
Experienced hikers (EE)
EESki Mountaineering at Col de Locia: skinning in Alta Badia
A ski touring route for advanced beginners: a climb on open slopes and a descent in fresh snow. You need experience.
Experienced hikers (EE)
EAdolf Munkel Trail: trekking at the foot of the Odle
The classic panoramic trek beneath the north faces of the Odle, through huts and forest in the Puez-Odle Nature Park. Easy and family-friendly.
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EEASerrai di Sottoguda: ice climbing beneath the Marmolada
The dramatic Serrai di Sottoguda canyon, one of the finest ice-climbing venues in the Alps in winter, at the foot of the Marmolada. For experienced alpinists.
Via ferrata / Expert (EEA)
EE-bike Tour on the Pralongià Plateau in Alta Badia
A mountain-bike or e-bike loop across the panoramic Pralongià plateau, between huts and views of the Sella Group and Marmolada.
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EEAVia Ferrata Tridentina to Rifugio Pisciadù: difficulty and route
One of the busiest via ferratas on the Sella: a Tibetan bridge, vertical walls and a finish at Rifugio Pisciadù. You need the gear and the experience.
Via ferrata / Expert (EEA)
EEAVia Ferrata delle Trincee: history and rock on the Padon Ridge
A spectacular via ferrata along the Padon ridge, facing the Marmolada, threading through First World War tunnels and trenches. For experienced climbers.
Via ferrata / Expert (EEA)
EEAVia delle Bocchette Centrali: the iconic via ferrata of the Brenta
Ledges suspended over the void beneath the Campanil Basso, airy ladders and the spires of the Brenta within arm's reach. The most famous via ferrata in the Dolomites, for experienced, well-equipped hikers only.
Via ferrata / Expert (EEA)