long-distance hiking trail
Dolomites High Trail 8
Brixen to the Lavazé Pass
Südtirolalpin
Certified Mountain Guide
IFMGA - Mountain Guides Associations
Mail suedtirolalpin@gmail.com
Prices from
1,000,- €
ABOUT THE TOUR
From Brixen’s local mountain into the Geisler, through the Rosengarten and on into the quiet Latemargruppe – a Dolomite trail that truly lives up to its name as the Path of Panoramas.
8 days · Difficulty C (via ferrata) · Western Dolomites
The Dolomiten Höhenweg Nr. 8, also known as the Path of Panoramas, starts in Brixen and first leads us along below the Villnößer Geisler. Right here you quickly notice why this long-distance trail enjoys such a strong reputation: the scenery keeps changing without ever feeling restless, and each stage has its own distinct character.
From there, the route heads straight into the heart of the Rosengartengruppe. The trails become more alpine, the rock formations more striking, and with the Santnerpass and the Latemartürme there are also two via ferrata sections that give the tour a distinctly alpine character. Finally, the route continues into the wild and lonely Latemargruppe as far as the Lavazèjoch. A truly beautiful traverse for anyone who wants not just to look at the western Dolomites, but to experience them on foot.
INFO
Services
Included in the price:
- Entire organization and guidance by a state-certified mountain guide
- All necessary reservations are made in advance
Additional costs:
- 7 overnight stays in huts with half board
- 2 cable car rides (Plose and Ortisei)
- Taxi ride from the Lavazè Pass back to St. Andrä
- Transfer to and from the meeting point
- Expenses (huts, cable car, taxi) for the mountain guide
- Individual tips
* Rental equipment (€10 per piece of equipment)
Facts
Location:
Dolomites
Best time of year:
June - September
Duration:
8 days
Meeting point:
St. Andrä - Plose ski area valley station
What you need
Requirements:
- Fitness for daily hikes up to 1,400 meters in elevation and approximately 7 hours of walking time
- Surefootedness and a head for heights
PRICING
Participants:
min. 6 people
Prices:
From 6 people p. p.:
1 - 5 people:
1.000,- €
upon request
If you have any questions or need further information, please write them in the comment field of the inquiry form.
Before submitting your request: Please read the "important information" about risks in mountaineering carefully.
Dates:
upon request
Due to the great popularity of the Dolomites high-altitude trails, it is necessary to inquire at least six months before the planned start of the tour, otherwise the huts along the route will be fully booked.
PROGRAM
Day 1: To Schlüterhütte
We meet in St. Andrä, a district of Brixen, at the valley station of the Plose cable car. We take the gondola up to Kreuztal and then hike at an easy pace along the Woody Walk to the Rossalm. Our route continues past the Schatzerhütte and down to the Halshütte, where we stop for refreshments before continuing. After that, we head to the Peitlerscharte and over the Kreuzkofeljoch, then shortly on to our day’s destination, the Schlüterhütte.
Walking time: 6 h | ↑ 750 m | ↓ 500 m
⌂ Schlüterhütte
Day 2: Along the Geisler
Today’s stage takes us along the foot of the Villnößer Geisler on the Adolf-Munkel-Weg to the Brogleshütte. Here we fortify ourselves for the second half of the day. We then continue up to the Panascharte and onward to the Regensburger Hütte.
Walking time: 6.5 h | ↑ 850 m | ↓ 1,100 m
⌂ Regensburger Hütte
Day 3: Across Gröden to Seiser Alm
Today’s stage leads us through the Grödnertal. First we descend to St. Ulrich, cross the village, and on the opposite side of the valley take the gondola up to the upper station at Mont Seuc. From there we are on the Seiser Alm and, after further walking, reach the Hotel Ritsch Schwaige, where we stay overnight.
Walking time: 6 h | ↑ 100 m | ↓ 1,050 m
⌂ Hotel Ritsch Schwaige
Day 4: Into the Rosengarten
This stage takes us into the Rosengarten. We cross the high plateaus of the Seiser Alm and climb onto the Schlern. Shortly before the Schlernhaus, we turn onto Trail No. 4 towards Tierser Alpl, where the next overnight stay awaits us.
Walking time: 6.5 h | ↑ 1,100 m | ↓ 500 m
⌂ Tierser Alpl
Day 5: Leisurely to Vajolethütte
Today as well, the Rosengarten remains centre stage. We have a shorter stage ahead of us – with the option of adding a beautiful summit or simply taking a bit of time to breathe. That is why we approach this day deliberately at a relaxed pace. Via the Molignonpass and the Grasleitenpass, we reach the Vajolethütte at the foot of the Rosengartenspitze.
Walking time: 3 h | ↑ 450 m | ↓ 600 m
⌂ Vajolethütte
Day 6: Over Santnerpass
The final day of our traverse of the Rosengartenmassiv first brings us to the foot of the impressive Vajolettürme. Here there is plenty of time to watch climbers on the steep walls before we continue to the Santnerpass. We descend via the via ferrata of the same name to the Kölnerhütte and then continue to the Paolinahütte, the stage destination for the day.
Total time: 4 h | ↑ 550 m | ↓ 700 m | Difficulty: B/C (via ferrata)
⌂ Paolinahütte
Day 7: Through the Latemargruppe
Today we head into the Latemargruppe. First, we need to cross the Karerpass. On the opposite side of the valley, we climb to the Kleinen Latemarscharte and then traverse the group from east to west. At the Großen Latemarscharte, we climb the via ferrata along the Latemartürme before reaching the Latemarhütte via the Rotlahnscharte and the Erzlahnscharte.
Total time: 7 h | ↑ 1,400 m | ↓ 800 m | Difficulty: C (via ferrata)
⌂ Latemarhütte
Day 8: Descent to Lavazèjoch
On the final day of this Dolomite traverse, the descent to the Lavazèjoch still lies ahead. Our taxi will be waiting there to take us back to St. Andrä. A few truly beautiful and impressive days come to an end – and we take home a great many lasting impressions.
Walking time: 3 h | ↑ 50 m | ↓ 950 m
Any changes to the program that may be necessary for various reasons (weather, conditions, accommodation booking situation, etc.) will always be made in consultation with the participants.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - (FAQs)
Who is the Dolomiten Höhenweg Nr. 8 suitable for?
The tour is ideal for fit and experienced mountain hikers with good stamina and sure-footedness. It is also important that you feel comfortable on easy via ferrata sections, because things become briefly more technical at the Santnerpass and in the Latemartürme.
What should I definitely bring for this traverse?
Most important are well broken-in mountain boots and a via ferrata set. The detailed packing list will be sent with the confirmation email. Missing equipment can be hired from Südtirolalpin for a small wear fee.
How are the overnight stays and the return transfer organised?
We stay overnight in selected huts along the route and once in a hotel, exactly as described in the programme. On the final day, the taxi for the return transfer to St. Andrä will be waiting at the Lavazèjoch.
