3+ days Via Ferrata in the Dolomites
Via Ferrata into the Italian Dolomites
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The Dolomite Mountains were the birthplace of the via ferrata. The routes were used during the First World War when the mountainside was the theatre of battle between Austria and Italy.
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The Dolomites are unequaled in the number and beauty of their vie ferrate offering not only strong emotions but more. The Dolomites were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009.
The Dolomite Mountains were the birthplace of the via ferrata. The routes were used during the First World War when the mountainside was the theatre of battle between Austria and Italy. Fighting for higher positions, the soldiers fixed steps and ladders into the rock to be able to navigate the mountains more easily.
More than half a century later, these fixtures provide excellent access to the sublime peaks of the Dolomites. All the via ferratas have now been renovated and modernized, to guarantee a greater standard of safety.
Some of our favourites spots are:
East Dolomites (Val di Fassa, Val Gardena, Val Badia)
- Marmolada west ridge. Includes crossing a glacier and reaching the summit of the quin of Dolomites. A rather easy via ferrata, although glacier crossing has to be considered (intermediate-advanced – 1 day).
- Tridentina Sella, in the Sella group. A challenging via ferrata with easy access, with beautiful views of the mountains and the village at the foot of the massif. It can be done in a half day.
- Mesules, in the Sella group. One of the oldest via routes in the area, doable in a half day. A very demanding exposed via ferrata which starts at the Sella pass and ends at the summit of Piz Selva.
- Roda de Vael and Masarè, in the Rosengarten group. Two routes close by which we can easily do in the same day. Masarè is the most demanding of the two, but also incredibly beautiful.
West Dolomites (near Cortina D’Ampezzo):
- The long Lagazuoi tunnel: The famous helical tunnel was excavated during the First World War by Italian soldiers. You will see many locations at which there are historic items with detailed descriptions, and many historic curiosities. In addition, there are some places where you can leave the gallery for a short distance, or admire the view through the windows carved in the rock.
- The Sass de Stria trenches: Along the southwest face of the Sass de Stria Mountain the Alpine Army Corps bolted a new via ferrata that follows the historic trail Lieutenant Mario Fusetti took during the Great War I. A very interesting yet never too difficult circular tour around this mysterious mountain, along trails, tunnels, trenches and the new via ferrata.
- Monte Paterno, in front of 3 Cime di Lavaredo. The start of the ascent is inside of a tunnel used during World War I. The view of the 3 Cime di Lavaredo will leave you breathless.
ITINERARY DAY BY DAY:
Day 1: Arrival
Transfer from Milano (the farthest), Verona or Venice Airport.
In about 3:00h arrive in Val di Fassa, Val Gardena, Val Badia or Cortina D’Ampezzo. Hotel accommodation
Day 2 and ohers: Via Ferrata
Meeting with the guide at the hotel around 8:00/8:30am. Briefing and backpack/equipment check. The via ferrata will be chosen based on the abilities of the participants.
DURATION: 3+ days days
GROUP SIZE: 4-5 (depending of the itinerary)
MINIMUM PARTICIPATE REQUIREMENT: 1
PRICE: 349€ per person (1-5 person 1745€ in total) per 3 days
Dates
Any day on request
Participants: from 1 to 5 per guide
Required skills
You can choose between three different difficulty levels. The first is ideal for beginners who are trying this activity for the first time, while the second and third levels are for more experienced and fitter individuals on medium and also very difficult via Ferrata.
The difficulty in a Ferrata derives mainly from the steepness of the wall and the number of holds and supports, whether natural or artificial.
The price includes
- UIAGM/IFMGA Guide for 3 days;
- Personal Insurance
The price does not include
- Personal accommodation
- All the personal and guide ticket’s lift
- Personal and guide Lunches
- Airport private or public transfer
- Technical Equipment: Harness 10€ | Helmet 10€ | Trekking poles 10€ | Boots 20€ | Backpack 20€ (Price per day)
- Eventual Rescue insurance
Possibility to organize a multiday trip all inclusive
Required personal equipment
Summer mountain clothing (“onion” clothing, i.e. with various layers to be adjusted based on the temperature, is recommended:
- T-shirt
- fleece or soft shell type layer
- waterproof jacket
- warm jacket such as a down jacket or similar
- Long trousers
- Short trousers
- Hat or headband
- gloves
- sunglasses
- UV protective cream
- High-ankle waterproof mountain boots
- telescopic trekking poles
- Front light
- 30/40 LT backpack
- bars/dried fruit/gel water for climbs
● Harness, helmet and kit via ferrata
The Guides
AD collaborates exclusively with IFMGA/UIAGM certified Mountain Guides
Over the years, an excellent relationship of collaboration, trust and friendship has been established with all the guides chosen for our events. We are a guarantee of a professional service carried out safely thanks to the experience of our guides.
FAQ
Domande frequenti
• FAILURE TO PARTICIPATE: if you are unable to participate in one or more course outings due to personal reasons you will not be able to recover the outing and it will not be possible to obtain a refund.
• FAILURE TO REACH THE MINIMUM NUMBER: if the group of participants does not reach the minimum number, you will be entitled to a refund or you can use the fee for any other event. It’s your choice! Possibility of integrating the missing fee to start the course if all participants wish.
• IMPOSSIBILITY TO FIND TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT FOR RENTAL or INAPPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT: it is not possible to receive a refund if you have not found mandatory technical equipment for rent or your equipment is not suitable. In this case we recommend purchasing new equipment.
• OTHER CAUSES: for any other cause of cancellation on your part you are not entitled to a refund.
• COVID OR OTHER ILLNESSES/INJURIES: a refund is not provided due to COVID, various injuries or other illnesses.
No refunds will be made if a member of the group is unable to continue a lesson due to physical level or learning problems; or if the guide decides to go down for reasons due to the capabilities of the group or the weather. The group agrees to respect the unquestionable judgment of the Alpine Guide and that nothing is owed by the organization.
The climb will end after lunch/early afternoon, depending on the group’s progression time; allowing everyone to return home the same day.
By contacting an Alpine Guide, you make use of a professional trained and trained on all the latest safety standards and who makes his experience, expertise and knowledge of the places available to support you in the path proposed by the internship and above all to evaluate when we are there the conditions for canceling or modifying an outing for safety reasons.
● T-shirt
● fleece or soft shell type layer
● waterproof jacket
● warm jacket such as a down jacket or similar
● Long trousers
● Short trousers
● Hat or headband
● gloves
● sunglasses
● UV protective cream
● High-ankle waterproof mountain boots
● telescopic trekking poles
● Front light
● 30/40 LT backpack
● bars/dried fruit/gel water for climbs
● Harness, helmet and kit via ferrata
RENTAL The request for rental equipment must be communicated in good time, at least one week before the start of the event.
However, we recommend communicating this when purchasing the event. The guide will bring all the equipment directly to the event.
You can book your equipment HERE
