Dolomites by trail running: a sporting exploration of the Italian jewel
In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationItaly / Dolomites
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AgeFrom 18 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions81.52 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
Discover the Dolomites , a spectacular Italian mountain range and UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its majestic cliffs, high-altitude lakes, and breathtaking panoramas. During this week-long trail running course , you'll explore these unique landscapes, running light each day thanks to luggage transport. The trip is all-inclusive : professional coaching, comfortable accommodations, meals, and transfers. You'll run in small groups , progressing at your own pace while enjoying convivial evenings together. A sporting and invigorating experience, ideal for combining performance and enjoyment in the heart of the Italian mountains.
The highlights
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The incredible landscapes of the Dolomites, a must-see at least once in a lifetime.
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With one instructor for every 8 participants, you will progress in a small group
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Comfortable accommodations for friendly moments among trail runners
Photos
Sport
Level
Trail running
In figures
Trail and road running
- Average distance/day: 23 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 1150 m
Management
French
English
With one instructor for every 8 participants, you will progress in a small group
Program
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Welcome to Cortina d'Ampezzo
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Meet us from 5pm in the centre of Cortina d'Ampezzo, directly at our hotel to get to know each other, a presentation of the stay, and to settle in for two nights in this accommodation.
In the evening, free time to eat in the streets of Cortina d'Ampezzo (not included in the price).
Night in a room for 2 to 3 people in a hotel directly in the centre of Cortina.
Day 1 -
From Lago di Braies to Cortina d'Ampezzo (27 km — 1,100 D+)
- Transportation Minibus - 00h45 - 30km
- Activity Trail and road running
- Distance 27 km
- Positive elevation gain 1100 m
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
On this first day, a transfer takes us to the famous Lago di Braies, which we will explore before embarking on our first trek through the Dolomite peaks, returning to Cortina d'Ampezzo. This first day will give us a first glimpse of the raw beauty of these unique Dolomite mountains, before we return to Cortina d'Ampezzo.
We return to our accommodation in Cortina d'Ampezzo, and we will have dinner nearby in a typical Dolomite restaurant.
Day 2 -
Around the Cinque Torri (23 km — 1,100 m elevation gain)
- Activity Trail and road running
- Distance 23 km
- Positive elevation gain 1100 m
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We set off for the heights of Cortina d'Ampezzo for a tour towards the famous Cinque Torri, emblematic of the Dolomites.
We then descend back down to Cortina d'Ampezzo to return to our accommodation from the previous day, right in the center of the city.
Dinner in the streets of Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Day 3 -
Croda da Lago & Monte Faloria (25 km — 1,500 D+)
- Activity Trail and road running
- Distance 25 km
- Positive elevation gain 1500 m
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
For this day of trail running in the Dolomites, we set off on a trek passing by Lago di Federa at the foot of Croda da Lago, before climbing up the other side of the valley, to Monte Falloria, to arrive at our new accommodation, isolated in the middle of the mountains at Passo Tre Crocci.
We collect our luggage, transported to this new accommodation, a 2* mountain hotel.
Overnight stay in a room for 2 to 4 people and dinner on site.
Day 4 -
Passo Tre Crocci — Lago Sorapis — Cadini di Misurina — lago di Misurina (20 km 1,200 D+)
- Activity Trail and road running
- Distance 20 km
- Positive elevation gain 1200 m
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Today, we're setting off on a hike to Lake Misurina, passing by the incredible Cadini di Misurina peaks that tower above the lake of the same name. After these high-altitude sections, we'll descend to lower elevations near Lake Misurina, where our hotel awaits us, just a stone's throw from the lake.
We collect our luggage, transported to this new accommodation on the shores of Lake Misurina, a 2* mountain hotel, where we will stay for two nights.
Overnight stay in a room for 2 to 4 people.
Day 5 -
Monte Piana — Panoramic view of the famous Tre Cime (20 km — 1,300 m elevation gain)
- Activity Trail and road running
- Distance 20 km
- Positive elevation gain 1300 m
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We set off on a loop with a dazzling panorama of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo starting from Lago di Misurina, passing by Monte Piana.
We then return to our hotel from the previous night, where we spend another night.
Day 6 -
Around the Tre Cime di Lavaredo (20 km — 700 D+)
- Transportation Minibus - 00h45 - 25km
- Activity Trail and road running
- Distance 20 km
- Positive elevation gain 700 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
For this last day of trail running in the Dolomites, a busy program awaits us! We set off to the foot of the famous Tre Cime di Lavaredo which we have been observing for 3 days, to finally touch them, and walk at their base.
We then descend to the magnificent Lago di Landro, where the shuttles await us which will allow us to retrieve our luggage and then return to Cortina d'Ampezzo.
The training course ends at 2 p.m. at the Cortina d'Ampezzo bus station.
Day 7
Note
The mileage and elevation gain mentioned are only indicative. The guides may need to modify this program, particularly depending on weather conditions, the physical and technical level of the participants, or any other unforeseen event.
Accommodation
Access
Go to the starting point
By train or bus, Cortina d'Ampezzo is served from Venice by various bus and shuttle companies (Cortina Express, and other companies).
From France, the easiest way is to travel to Venice (by train, bus, or plane), and then take one of those buses.
By plane, Cortina d'Ampezzo is served from Venice airport by various bus and shuttle companies (Cortina Express, and others). From France, the easiest way is to travel to Venice (by train, bus, or plane), and then take one of these buses.
For participants arriving by car, the city is currently undergoing construction for the 2026 Olympic Games, but several parking options are available. Carpooling arrangements with other participants are also possible.
Price details
The price includes
- guided by a mountain guide specializing in trail running and the Dolomites
- The incredible landscapes of the Dolomites, a must-see for any trail runner.
- Accommodation and meals, from the morning of the second day of the internship until midday on the last day of the internship
- your transport and the transport of your luggage during your stay
- Booking fee: €25 per booking
The price does not include
- your first evening meal
- drinks and personal expenses
- your race snacks: cereal bars etc.
- cancellation and repatriation insurance
- your transportation to the meeting point and from the end-of-internship location
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
