Alta Via 1 Trek: Dobbiaco to Rifugio Capanna Trieste

Arrive via public transport or private transfer to Dobbiaco. Check-in and unwind in the serene Dolomite ambiance. Explore the charming village nestled on a plateau, adorned with quaint streets, meadows, and majestic, imposing peaks—the epitome of Dolomite beauty!

Embark on a challenging, yet rewarding first day. Witness breathtaking vistas, including the enchanting Braies Lake and the Rifugio Biella nestled at the base of the majestic Croda del Becco mountain. Your overnight haven is Fodara Vedla, a cozy mountain retreat immersed in serene meadows with the backdrop of Croda Rossa d’Ampezzo, Crystal, and Fanes mountains.

Embark on today's journey through a captivating, almost lunar terrain. A notable highlight along the way is Lake Piciodel, with its typical green color. After a long descent to the Pederu hut you start your final ascent to the Fanes Plateau: here you will sleep in a mountain hut surrounded by trees and rugged peaks, in the heart of Fanes, Sennes & Braies National Park.

Today boasts spellbinding scenery. Starting from your hut in Fanes, you walk to the Limo Pass and to the nearby Limo Lake. You continue to the beautiful Lagazuoi Alp, with the small but enchanting Lake Lagazuoi, a bright blue spot surrounded by rugged peaks: this area is famous for its underground tunnels and trenches built during WWI.

Start your day with a descent to Falzarego Pass before climbing towards the summit of Mount Avelau. Today’s walk is challenging, but the beautiful landscape is definitely worth your efforts. After some hiking, you’ll pass by Rifugio Nuvolau, which is said to offer some of the most gorgeous vistas in the Dolomites – get your camera ready!

After a short transfer to the top of Passo Giau, you will walk across the beautiful and wild Val Cernera. Indulge in the majesty of the views in this area – from the jagged peaks to peaceful meadows. If you wish, you can take a short detour to the Mesolithic site of Mondeval, where a well-preserved skeleton of a Mesolithic-aged hunter was discovered.

This morning, you’ll start walking from Passo Staulanza towards Col dei Baldi. From here, you’ll wander along a lovely path until the Coldai Refuge – where you can stop for a well-deserved break before proceeding to the beautiful Lake Coldai. Today’s destination is Rifugio Tissi, located amongst the mountains. If you have some energy left, hike to the nearby peak of the Col Rean, where jaw dropping views of the valley of Alleghe and surrounding peaks await your discovery.

On your last day, you’ll gradually descend through the Val Civetta and Sella di Pelsa. Explore blossoming flower fields, mountain paths and charming alpine huts. Enjoy a coffee overlooking the alpine and the beautiful Valle Corpassa. Eventually, you’ll descend to the Rifugio Capanna Trieste, where a transfer takes you to Agordo. Your arrangement ends here, unless you have booked a transfer or an extra night with us.