DOLOMITES VIA FERRATAS
VAL GARDENA DOLOMITES
The finest via ferratas in Val Gardena. Around the Langkofel, the Sella and the Cir peaks.
Sella
Pisciadu Via Ferrata (C)
The Pisciadù via ferrata is without doubt the classic of the Sella massif. A dream backdrop, breathtaking steep faces climbed via a cleverly laid-out route, a relatively short approach and plenty of climbing fun make this Dolomite classic a must for via ferrata enthusiasts.
Piz Boè
Vallon via ferrata (C)
There are several ways to reach the highest point of the Sella. One of the most beautiful and quieter options is the route via the Vallon via ferrata from the north-east side. A varied circular tour with a via ferrata that is not too long but really beautiful and punchy, turning this already impressive mountain tour into an unforgettable experience.
Boéseekofel
Piz da Lech (C/D)
A punchy, sporty ascent of the Boéseekofel in the northern part of the Sella massif. A treat for ambitious via ferrata climbers, very well protected and with some exciting passages right through the rock faces of Piz da Lech. Thanks to easy access by cable car, you also have plenty of time to enjoy this fantastic corner of the Dolomites.
Sella
Pößnecker via ferrata (C/D)
The Pößnecker via ferrata on the west side of the Sella massif, directly opposite the Langkofel, is one of the oldest via ferratas in the Dolomites and can certainly be counted among the most beautiful. However, it has several sections that require climbing up to grade II and are not protected by a steel cable. Here a rope and the support of a mountain guide can definitely be a help.
Piz Boe
Cesare Piazzetta (D)
One of the truly great classics among the difficult and demanding via ferratas in the Dolomites. A punchy, beautifully laid-out via ferrata, a sunny aspect, a 3,000-metre summit, a breathtaking view in the heart of the Dolomites and varied climbing sections – what more could a climber's heart want?! An absolute must for ambitious via ferrata climbers.
SEXTEN DOLOMITES
The finest via ferratas in the Sexten Dolomites
Cadini Group
Sentiero Bonacossa (A)
The Sentiero Bonacossa is a high-level path with a few cable-protected sections on the easy climbing passages and the most exposed spots. It crosses the beautiful and, with its countless spires and turrets, very wild Cadini group south of the Three Peaks (Drei Zinnen) from south to north. It is more a beautiful (demanding) hike with occasional scrambling than a via ferrata in the classic sense.
Cadini Group
Ceria Merlone (A/B)
A truly adventurous via ferrata and a real treat for lovers of wild Dolomite via ferratas. Countless ladders, some with rather adventurous anchoring that adds an extra thrill, lead straight up the vertical rock faces, almost entirely by "technical" climbing, to the north-east summit of the Cadini. Some will love it, others will find this via ferrata less successful. The fact is, it is a relic of the 1960s that has a charm and appeal all of its own.
Sexten Dolomites
Alpinisteig (B/C)
The "Alpini" were the Italian mountain troops in the First World War. The via ferrata takes its name from these troops, who painstakingly carved the line of this absolute via ferrata classic out of the rock. It is famous above all for the narrow rock cleft, which makes a very special photo. But this classic also stands out from other via ferratas in many other sections.
ROSENGARTEN / LATEMAR
The most beautiful via ferratas in the Rosengarten massif and the Latemar group
Rotwand
Rotwand traverse (A/B)
The via ferrata up the north ridge to the Rotwandspitze in the Rosengarten massif is one of the most enjoyable via ferratas in the Dolomites. Without any great difficulties, the route leads up the Rotwand in a magnificent setting - with an overwhelming panorama included!
Kesselkogel
Kesselkogel Traverse (B)
The highest summit of the Rosengarten group and the only 3,000-metre peak in the area can be traversed via a beautiful combination of via ferratas. The long approaches to the Kesselkogel, which lies far from any road in the heart of the Rosengarten, make it a good idea to combine this traverse with other wonderful via ferratas in the region as a 2- or 3-day tour. But even as a somewhat longer day tour, this summit promises a wonderful and unforgettable day in the mountains.
Rosengarten
Maximilian Via Ferrata (B)
A beautiful ridge traverse high above the Seiser Alm. The via ferrata was built in 1969 by the hut keeper of the Tierser Alpl and offers a superb way to climb over the Rosszähne to the Roterdspitze. Ideal both as a day tour from the Seiser Alm and as a "warm-up tour" for bigger objectives. Do not underestimate the fact that this via ferrata has several sections on the ridge that are not protected by cables and call for sure-footedness, a head for heights and concentration.
Santnerpass
Santnerpass via ferrata (B/C)
The Santnerpass via ferrata runs along the west face below the Rosengartenspitze up to the Santnerpass, home to the ultra-modern Santnerpasshütte. On reaching the notch, we also reach the so-called "Gartl" of the Rosengarten massif. This is where the legend of King Laurin, who turned his own rose garden to stone, was born.
Latemar
Latemar Towers (C)
This wonderful traverse (or rather crossing) of the Latemar Towers is a fantastic combination of a demanding mountain hike, spiced up with many genuinely interesting via ferrata sections along the way. If you still have some energy left at the end of the via ferrata, you can add the summit of the Latemarspitze with an extra 30-minute climb. Varied terrain, a great summit, beautiful climbing passages – an all-round perfect day in the mountains. What more could you want?
Rosengarten
Laurenzi via ferrata (D, II)
The most demanding and remote via ferrata in the Rosengarten group, done as a day tour, calls for very good fitness and concentration on the narrow, in places quite exposed crest of the Molignon ridge. For anyone who brings the necessary physical and mental prerequisites, this via ferrata is definitely a highlight in their tour log and an absolute dream tour.
GEISLER
The most beautiful via ferratas on the Villnöss and Afers Geisler Peaks
Sas Rigais
Sas Rigais via ferrata (B/C)
The traverse of the Sas Rigais in the Villnößer Geisler, up the east ascent (B) and down via the Villnöß route (B/C) or the south-west ascent (B/C), is an absolute dream tour to the highest summit of the Geisler peaks in Villnöß for via ferrata climbers with good stamina.
MARMOLADA / ARABBA
The finest via ferratas on the Marmolada and above Arabba - face to face with the Queen of the Dolomites
Arabba
Trincee Via Ferrata (C/D)
A gorgeous via ferrata with the best view of Her Majesty: the Marmolada. A conglomerate via ferrata in the heart of the Dolomites with varied climbing sections – sometimes up wall passages with few holds, then over sharp ridges and through long, dark wartime tunnels where you even need your headtorch.
Marmolada
Ferrata Eterna (C/D)
A very long and demanding via ferrata that, despite its moderate difficulty, should not be underestimated because of its high altitude around the 3,000-metre mark and the lack of escape routes. A brilliant day in the mountains for fit and experienced via ferrata climbers on one of the most impressive via ferratas in the Dolomites.
Marmolada
West Ridge Hans-Seyffert-Weg (C/D)
The Via ferrata della Marmolada (also known as the Hans-Seyffert-Weg), which runs up the west ridge, is one of the oldest via ferratas. The tour is a perfect mix of via ferrata, which we tackle on the ascent, and a glacier tour, which this traverse becomes on the descent.
AMPEZZO DOLOMITES
The most beautiful via ferratas around Cortina d´Ampezzo
Averau and Nuvolau
Ferrata Averau and Ferrata Gusela (A/B)
The two via ferratas on the Averau and the Nuvolau can either be done individually or combined perfectly. Although these summits are not among the highest in the region, they still offer a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding Dolomite 3,000-metre peaks, some of the most famous of which are right nearby.
Cristallo Massif
Ferrata Ivano Dibona (B)
A gorgeous via ferrata that follows the west ridge of the Cristallo massif and offers a wonderful panorama practically the whole way. The route, not always protected by steel cables, runs along old military paths from the First World War and is one of the great classic via ferratas of the Dolomites – and definitely not without reason.
BRENTA
The most beautiful via ferratas in the Brenta Group
Via Ferrata Week
Bochette Alte
Some of the boldest and airiest via ferratas await us in the wild Brenta Group. We traverse this fascinating mountain range from hut to hut, often along vertical rock faces with breathtaking views into the depths below. A particularly impressive and lasting experience is guaranteed this week.
