the Dolomites

We walk directly out of our hotel and ride up a cable car to reach 2100 mt. From here we follow a panoramic trail leading from the Alpe di Siusi to the Sella Pass keeping the Sasso Lungo and the Sasso Piatto mountains always in sight.

Much of this walk follows a stunning mountain crest offering breathtaking views over the Catinaccio group and the Marmolada Glacier and a spot of marmot watching!

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Walk: Elev. +/-  200mt /6 hrs / 12 km
Altitude: between 2100 and 2300 mt asl

We leave from Passo Falzarego and walk out across meadows where wildflowers abound climbing gradually as the trail gives way to loose rubble around the Nuvolau. 

We have lunch in a mountain hut before crossing an open area of high-altitude meadows which was the site of fierce Austrian-Italian battles during WWI. We can walk through trenches and fortifications at the foot of five stone towers which, despite continuous erosion, are important for rock climbing practice.

We leave from Passo Falzarego and walk out across meadows where wildflowers abound climbing gradually as the trail gives way to loose rubble around the Nuvolau.

We have lunch in a mountain hut before crossing an open area of high altitude meadows which was the site of fierce Austrian-Italian battles during WWI. We can walk through trenches and fortifications at the foot of the Cinque Torri, five stone towers which despite continuous erosion is an important area for rock climbing practice.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Walk: Elev.+300/- 550 mt / 5 hrs / 10 km
Altitude: between 1900 and 2400 mt asl

A scenic drive to the north-eastern Dolomiti di Sesto takes us past the chic ski resort of Cortina D’Ampezzo and past enchanting Lake Misurina to Rifugio Auronzo the start of today’s circular walk. This is a long and enjoyable trail which undulates around the base of the magnificent pinnacles of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo (the Three Buddhas) and marvel at the honey coloured shadows reflecting on its perpendicular limestone walls in the afternoon sun.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Walk: Elev.+/- 150 mt / 5 hrs / 12 km
Altitude: between 2300 and 2450 mt asl

Dolomite legend tells of inhabitants in these valleys called Fanes, who had an alliance with marmots, but who tried to expand the kingdom by making a secret pact with eagles. Eagles and marmots never got on very well and the fate of the Fanes people was sealed.

The area in which we hike evokes such magical and fairy tale feelings. As we eat lunch and watch for marmots dashing in and out of the rocks, you can almost hear songs in the breeze.

We end the long hiking day in our lovely hotel in S. Vigilio village where they speak the old Ladin language.

Meals: Breakfast / Dinner
Walk: Elev.+700/- 900 mt / 7 hrs / 16 km
Altitude: between 1550 and 2200 mt asl

We take a walk beneath the Santa Croce massif through pastures and farmland with many wild flowers. The majesty of the mountains around us makes us feel so small!

In times gone by, during winter months farmers were isolated from the rest of the world and farmsteads had to be self-sufficient.Faith, skill-sharing, cooperation and hard work helped them survive arduous conditions.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Walk: Elev.+600/- 100 mt / 4 hrs / 10 km
Altitude: between 1400 and 2000 mt asl

We drive out to Lake Braies to walk around a magnificent, emerald green alpine lake whose waters reflect the peaks dominating the skies above. We continue along high mountain pastures amid expansive scenery to a small hut for refreshments (you have to try the Kaiserschmarren!). We continue around the lake, enjoy the pastures and return to S.Vigilio in the minibus.

We continue around the lake, enjoy the pastures and return to S.Vigilio in the minibus, stopping on the way for a stroll in the charming old town of Brunico.

Walk: Elev.+/- 200 mt / 3 hrs / 7 km
Altitude: between 1500 and 1650mt asl

EXTENSION: After the hut continue along the valley and then long steep and thrilling ascent on a very rugged footpath. At the summit see new mountain ranges open in front of us. After a well-earned rest for a picnic lunch, we descend a long wide gravel track into the forest and end back in S.Vigilio. This is a long walk and requires good fitness and a lot of stamina.

Walk: Elev.+800/- 100 mt / 7 hrs / 14 km
Altitude: between 1300 and 2300 mt asl

Meals: Breakfast / Dinner

Scheduled drop off at Bolzano train station at 9.00 am (or earlier as long as this accommodates everyone in the group). If you wish, we can help you to extend your stay or make other independent departure arrangements such as early taxis to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast