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Snowshoeing in the Dolomites
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Snowshoe through a fairytale-like landscape of pinnacles and spires that sparkle with snow!
- Enjoy the beauty of winter in the Dolomites – far from the resorts
- Experience the unique, charming atmosphere of alpine mountain huts
The Dolomites in winter are positively enchanting. On this eight-day snowshoe trip you’ll hike from one lodge to another, crossing several Dolomitic valleys with incredible panoramic views. Our mountain lodges, or rifugios, provide all meals and linens, so all you have to carry is a light backpack. And, you’ll enjoy the most incredible sunrises and sunsets across snow-swept vistas from these charming alpine lodges.
This itinerary combines the beauty of the region with its cultural and historical highlights. We will snowshoe through areas rich not only in visual appeal, but in artifacts from the First World War. From cannons to galleries built into the mountains, these relics commemorate the bravery of the soldiers who fought in these challenging mountain conditions.
Rifugi and artifacts, vistas and valleys – exploring the Dolomites in winter is an experience not to be missed!
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TRIP DETAILS
Length: 7n / 8d
Start / Finish: Alta Badia / Alta Badia
Activity Level: Active trip for everybody in good and active physical health
Guide Ratio 1:6: Dolomite Mountains professional UIAGM/IFMGA mountain & ski guides have many years of experience skiing the Dolomites. We have guides that speak Italian, English, French and Spanish. From the moment you arrive in the Dolomites they will look after you. They know the best trails, mountain restaurants, and how things work in the Italian mountains.
Cost: Custom trip starting at €2980 with 4 persons
Includes: 3 nights hotel accommdation, 4 nights rifugios in best accommodations available, meals as noted in itinerary, UIAGM/IFMGA professional mountain guide, local transportation as needed, map of the area, snowshoes and ski poles, basic medical and evacuation insurance.
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ITINERARY
Trip itinerary may vary based on weather conditions, fitness levels and skiing abilities of participants, and/or the recommendations of your guide.
Day 1 ~ Arrive in Alta Badia, Dolomites
Arrive in Alta Badia and check into your hotel. Meet your UIAGM/IFMGA mountain guide for a trip briefing and orientation, and to check-out the snowshoeing equipment you will use for your exciting week in the Dolomites!
D… Hotel in Alta Badia
Day 2 ~ Pralongia High Plateau
Snowshoe up to the Pralongia high plateau where you’ll enjoy fantastic views of the surrounding mountains. Descend to the meadows of Armentarola.
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Day 3 ~ Up to Rifugio Lagazuoi
Snowshoe beside the impressive rock walls of the Fanis group of peaks, up to Rifugio Lagazuoi. In the evening, enjoy the sunset from the famous terrasse (terrace) from where you have a fantastic 360° view.
B,D… Rifugio
Day 4 ~ Crossing the Realms of the Val di Fanes
In the morning depart on the famous Alta Via 1 trail, crossing the Forcella da Lago and Alpe di Fanes Grande towards the next rifugio.
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Day 5 ~ Loop Around the Rifugio
From the rifugio, snowshoe to the top of the Monte Sella di Fanes (2,640m / 8,661').
B,D… Rifugio
Day 6 ~ Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park
Descend to the Rifugio Pederù (1,500m / 4,920') for lunch, then hike up to Rifugio Sennes or Rifugio Fodara Vedla for the evening.
B,D… Rifugio
Day 7 ~ Cortina d’Ampezzo
In the morning, snowshoe down to Malga Ra Stua and continue along the Boite River to Cortina d’Ampezzo. Spend the afternoon exploring the town and transfer back to Alta Badia for final night
B,D… Hotel in Alta Badia
Day 8 ~ Depart
Breakfast and departure.
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LEARN MORE:
Want to learn more about snowshoeing in the Dolomite Mountains? Check out our Winter Article Resources, featuring articles on Snowshoeing in the Dolomites, Avalanche Safety, and MORE!
