The Dolomites on a hiking trip

🗓️ Day 2 – On the way to the Tre Cime

🍽️ Breakfast at the refuge

🥾 Departure for an exceptional panoramic stage

⛰️ Ascent of the Oberbachernspitze summit (2,635 m)

🥪 Lunch break at the Büllejochhütte mountain hut

🏞️ Continue along a superb high-altitude trail to the Locatelli refuge , at the foot of the mythical Tre Cime di Lavaredo

🌄 Night spent facing a postcard landscape

📏 Distance: 13.6 km

🕒 Duration: 6 hours

📈 Elevation gain/loss: +917 m / -893 m

🗓️ Day 3 – From Tre Cime to Prato Piazza

🌄 Breakfast overlooking the majestic Tre Cime

⬇️ Beautiful descent into the Landro canyon , a wild and spectacular setting, 🧗‍♂️ Ascent with a secure cable section (50 m) to bypass the Strudelkopf. Passage over the Strudelsattel pass. Gentle descent towards the peaceful alpine pastures of Prato Piazza

🏡 Overnight stay in a mountain refuge in Pratopiazza , in the heart of the high-altitude pastures

📏 Distance: 16.7 km / 🕒 Duration: 6h30 / 📈 Elevation gain: +850 m / -1262 m

Today we have a high-altitude traverse, beneath the foothills of the Croda Rossa. Following a path across a karst plateau, we'll arrive in a veritable alpine garden before reaching the Sora Forno pass, at the foot of the elegant Croda del Becco (2810m). Overnight at the Biella refuge. Distance: 11.5 km, 5 hours of walking / Elevation gain: +790 m; Elevation loss: -458 m

🗓️ Day 4 – From Biella to the Fanes plateau

🌄 (Optional) : Morning ascent of Croda del Beco (2,810 m) for volunteers

📈 Elevation gain/loss: +/- 480 m

🍽️ Breakfast at the Biella refuge (2,327 m)

🏞️ Start with a gradual descent through a spectacular, rocky landscape. Cross the Val di Rudo , a pristine valley with alpine meadows and crystal-clear streams. Climb towards the Passo di Limo (2,172 m), gateway to the Fanes plateau.

✨ Discover this legendary Dolomite site, blending natural grandeur and alpine legends

🏡 Overnight stay at the Fanes Hütte mountain hut (2,060 m)

📏 Distance: 13 km / 🕒 Duration: 5 hours / 📈 Elevation gain: +612 m / -875 m

This day hike immerses you in diverse landscapes, from peaceful alpine pastures to steeper sections, before reaching one of the most beautiful mountain huts in the Dolomites, the Rifugio Scotoni. You'll hike along panoramic trails offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks, culminating in the ascent to the famous Passo di Lagazuoi, which overlooks the Alta Badia valley. Early the next morning, after a hearty breakfast at the hut, you'll head towards Passo di Limo (2,172 m). Then, a gentle descent into a secluded valley. The route then climbs back up to Passo di Lagazuoi (2,573 m). The landscape becomes more rugged and dramatic. You'll be walking through a setting steeped in history, from the First World War. Once at Passo di Lagazuoi, the panoramic view is simply magnificent: you'll overlook Val Badia, the Marmolada, the Tofane, and many other iconic Dolomite peaks. Descent to the Scotoni Refuge (1,985 m). Distance 10 km - 5 hours of walking - +538 m -610 m

After waking up to the imposing Dolomite cliffs, we leave the Scotoni Refuge, taking a balcony trail that descends gently through the pastures. We reach the road to the Falzarego Pass, offering exceptional panoramic views of the Tofane, Lagazuoi, and Nuvolau ranges. We continue past a small lake and arrive at the Averau Refuge. A short descent quickly leads to the Scoiattoli Refuge, one of the most iconic in the Dolomites. In the evening, the sunset over the Cinque Torri is a truly magical moment. Distance: 11 km / 5 hours of walking. +935 m – 668 m

This stage is a magnificent traverse of the Cortina Dolomites, linking the iconic Cinque Torri to the tranquil shores of Lago Federa, dominated by the majestic Croda da Lago. Between panoramic trails, alpine forests, and high-altitude lakes, this day promises total immersion in breathtaking landscapes. We'll begin with an open-air museum trail featuring old military positions dug during the First World War. A gentle descent leads towards Forcella Giau (2,360 m). The trail then gradually descends through a landscape dotted with small lakes and alpine meadows, where it's not uncommon to spot marmots or chamois. Upon arrival at the lake, located at the foot of Croda da Lago, the refuge is very close. Palmieri (2,046 m). In the late afternoon, the golden light illuminating Croda da Lago and the lake creates an unforgettable natural spectacle, perfect for ending the day in style. Distance 12 km / 5 hours of walking. + 483 – 698 m

This stage connects two iconic Dolomite mountain huts, offering a hike through diverse landscapes, from larch forests and panoramic ridges to alpine lakes. You'll traverse balcony trails with spectacular views over the Cortina d'Ampezzo valley before reaching the splendid Lago Coldai, nestled at the foot of the Civetta mountain. After following a balcony trail through several alpine valleys, the ascent begins gradually, then becomes steeper, leading to Lago Coldai, an intensely blue alpine lake nestled in a rocky cirque at the foot of the Civetta. This spot is a true gem of the Dolomites and offers an ideal setting for a well-deserved break. After a short descent from the lake, you'll arrive at the Coldai Hut (2,132 m). Distance: 16.5 km, hiking time: 6 hours. Elevation gain: +943 – 849

This stage connects the Coldai Refuge to the picturesque village of Alleghe, situated on the shores of Lago di Alleghe. You'll experience a pleasant downhill hike through the iconic landscapes of the Civetta Dolomites, passing through forests, meadows, and small alpine hamlets. Along the way, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the Civetta massif before reaching the charming village of Alleghe. From the refuge, we'll take a trail to Lago Coldai (2,143 m), a stunning alpine lake with deep blue waters. A final glimpse of this Dolomite gem before beginning the descent to Alleghe. Arrival in Alleghe. Transfer by vehicle to Cortina. Overnight in a hotel in Cortina. Distance: 9 km, 4.5 hours of walking, +402 m – 1,550 m

After breakfast, return to France.