The Dolomites – indescribably beautiful

The Dolomites are a stunning section of the Alps in the north east of Italy and where some of the most famous rock formations can be found. The area is a world natural heritage site, so a highly rated part of the Alps.

There are beautiful villages, crystal clear mountains lakes and absolutely delicious food to be discovered here. In the summer it offers outstanding opportunities for hiking, climbing and biking and in winter you can find the perfect slope or ski tour here.

But the best time of year in the Dolomites is autumn. When the woods turn orange, the skies are clear blue and the hiking routes go quiet is the best time for a visit to this stunning region. And we found just the hikes to make the best of your time in this area.

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Pozza di Fas – Passo di San Nicolo – Rifugio Contrin – Pas de la Sele (2530m) – Pas de la Cirele (2683m) – Pozza di Fas

This hike is stunning. Simply stunning - the Dolomites at their most spectacular with views to Piz Boe and Marmolada - two giants of the Dolomites in north-east Italy.

Time of year
Summer, Autumn
Circular hike from
Pozza di Fassa
Region
South Tyrol, the Dolomites, Italy
Time
8 hours
Distance
26.5 km
Ascent
2150 m
Difficulty
4
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St Michael – Ice Holes – St Michael

A short, but beautiful hike with a visit to the unique ice-holes close to Bolzano. Due to wind rushing down tubular holes in the mountains above, the area around the ice holes is significantly colder than it should be... Well worth a visit!

Time of year
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Circular hike from
San Michele, Bolzano
Region
South Tyrol, the Dolomites, Italy
Time
1.5 hours
Distance
4.5 km
Ascent
174 m
Difficulty
2
7

Malga Vallesinella – Bocca di Tuckett (2648m) – Bocca di Brenta (2491) – Malga Vallesinella

The Brenta Dolomites area in north-east Italy is quieter than the "regular" Dolomites, but wow - they are just as stunning. This hike is certainly no walk in the park - long, steep and some pretty exposed sections. Only take on this hike if you are very experienced and confident. But it is spectacular!

Time of year
Summer, Autumn
Circular hike from
Vallesinella, 4km south of Madonna di Campiglio
Region
Trentino, the Dolomites, Italy
Time
9 hours
Distance
18.5 km
Ascent
1510 m
Difficulty
5
8

Maria Weissenstein – Butterloch – Maria Weissenstein

The Butterloch is an impressive gorge on the western edge of the Dolomites in north-east Italy. It is an easy hike and especially beautiful in late Autumn when the larch trees are their most colourful. Go enjoy!

Time of year
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Circular hike from
Redagno di Sopra
Region
South Tyrol, the Dolomites, Italy
Time
3.5 hours
Distance
9.5 km
Ascent
460 m
Difficulty
2
3

Rossis Kreuz (Villnöss) – Peitlerkofel (2875m) – Rossis Kreuz

A stunning hike in the Dolomites, north-east Italy! Hiking around the Aferer Geisler and up to the summit of Peitlerkofel with fantastic views to the Geisler group to the south and across the Dolomites from the summit. And watch out for snakes!

Time of year
Summer, Autumn
Circular hike from
16k.2m east from Sankt Maddalena
Region
South Tyrol, the Dolomites, Italy
Time
7 hours
Distance
17.6 km
Ascent
1600 m
Difficulty
4
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