Dolomites Alta Via 1 - Classic

Our Classic Alta Via 1 tour covers the majority of this flag-ship trek over 8 walking days. Hike from beautiful Lake Braies through the east Italian Alps to finish just before Passo Duran, where the trail turns wilder and more remote. This version of the Alta Via 1 is perfect for fit hikers looking to spend just over a week walking one of Europe’s best long-distance trails.

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Viewing format
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.7 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 942 m
Descent 299 m

Walk from Lago di Braies (Pragser Wildsee) to Rifugio Sennes via Rifugio Biella on the Alta Via 1. 

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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.6 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 941 m
Descent 297 m

Walk from Lago di Braies (Pragser Wildsee) to Rifugio Fodara Vedla on the Alta Via 1. 

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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 568 m
Descent 639 m

Hike from Rifugio Sennes to Rifugio Fanes via Refugio Pederu admiring excellent views of the Sennes and Fanes massifs.

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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 567 m
Descent 477 m

Hike from Rifugio Fodara Vedla to Rifugio Fanes via Refugio Pederu admiring excellent views of the Sennes and Fanes massifs.

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Hiking route · Kronplatz
Rifugio Fanes to Rifugio Lagazuoi
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 11.8 km
Duration 5:10 h
Ascent 1,100 m
Descent 413 m

Walk from Rifugio Fanes to Refugio Lagazuoi via Passo Tadega and Forcella del Lago - an undulating day with spectacular views ending at the ‘Museo ...

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Hiking route · Kronplatz
Rifugio Fanes to Rifugio Scotoni
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.7 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 535 m
Descent 609 m

If there is no availability in Rifugio Lagazuoi you may be staying in Rifugio Scotoni instead. Your Destination Specialist will have discussed ...

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Hiking route · Dolomiti d'Ampezzo, Dolomiti Bellunesi
Rifugio Lagazuoi to Rifugio Nuvolau/Rifugio Averau
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 503 m
Descent 685 m

Today you can choose between one of the many trails taking from Rifugio Lagazuoi to Rifugio Nuvolau and Rifugio Averau 

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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 16.3 km
Duration 7:30 h
Ascent 1,590 m
Descent 1,042 m

If you are staying at Rifugio Scotoni instead of Rifugio Lagazuoi, follow this route. Today is a long day but can be shortened by taking an ...

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Hiking route · Dolomiti d'Ampezzo, Dolomiti Bellunesi
From Falzarego Pass to Rifugio Valparola
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 2.5 km
Duration 1:00 h
Ascent 99 m
Descent 46 m

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Hiking route · Dolomiti d'Ampezzo, Dolomiti Bellunesi
Rifugio Nuvolau/Rifugio Averau to Rifugio Croda da Lago Palmieri
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 8.4 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 399 m
Descent 894 m

Walk from Rifugio Nuvolau to Rifugio Croda da Lago Palmieri via the Cinque Torri and it's hidden historic relics. 

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Hiking route · Dolomiti d'Ampezzo, Dolomiti Bellunesi
Rifugio Croda di Lago Palmieri to Rifugio Coldai
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 16.6 km
Duration 6:25 h
Ascent 939 m
Descent 861 m

Walk from Rifugio Croda di Lago Palmieri to Rifugio Coldai on scree slopes and through green pastures.  

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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.5 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 331 m
Descent 750 m

Walk from Rifugio Coldai to Rifugio Vazzoler with fantastic views of Lago di Alleghe. 

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Hiking route · Taibon Agordino
Rifugio Vazzoler to Agordo
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 13.9 km
Duration 6:10 h
Ascent 962 m
Descent 2,081 m

Walk from Rifugio Vazzoler to Agordo and catch a bus to Belluno.

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