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6-day Via ferrata tour in the Brenta Dolomites

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Live an unforgettable experience in the Brenta Dolomites on this 6-day via ferrata tour along with IFMGA aspirant guide Matteo.

Private

Dolomite Mountains

6 Days

Jun - Sep

High

Beginner


Highlights

  • Cross big walls and discover wild natural spots in the Brenta Dolomites.
  • Explore one of the most popular via ferratas in the range.
  • Enjoy a challenging and fun outdoor adventure.

Description

Embark on an exhilarating 6-day journey through the heart of the Brenta Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its majestic peaks and rich mountaineering history. This adventure combines high-altitude trekking with technical via ferrata routes, offering an immersive experience in one of Italy's most stunning mountain ranges.

The program commences with your arrival at the selected accommodation in Madonna di Campiglio, where you can relax and enjoy the hotel's amenities before meeting your guide for a briefing. On the second day, after a cable car ascent to Passo del Grostè, you'll embark on the Sentiero Benini, an introductory via ferrata that traverses the Bocca Alta di Vallesinella and leads to the Tuckett Hut, your refuge for the night. The third day features the Sentiero Sosat, a spectacular route equipped with ladders and metal brackets, allowing safe passage over gorges and overhangs as you make your way to the Brentei Refuge. Day four presents the Bocchette Centrali, the most iconic segment of the "Alta Via del Brenta," where you'll navigate ladders and ropes amidst towering peaks, including the famed Campanil Basso. The fifth day involves traversing the Brenta mountain range from the Brentei Refuge to the Agostini Refuge, offering panoramic views and a profound sense of accomplishment. The adventure concludes on the sixth day with a descent to the valley and a return to Madonna di Campiglio.

Participants should be prepared for 5-6 hours of outdoor activity each day, with total walking time amounting to approximately 16 hours, an ascent of 1,100 meters, and a descent of 2,400 meters. A good level of fitness is essential to fully enjoy and safely navigate the via ferrata routes. This expedition not only challenges your physical limits but also immerses you in the rich history of the Brenta Dolomites, with evenings spent in mountain refuges sharing stories of legendary climbers.

Discover the hidden gems of the Brenta Dolomites and embark on an unforgettable adventure that blends natural beauty with thrilling via ferrata routes. Secure your spot today and prepare for an experience of a lifetime.

Price includes

  • Guiding fee
  • Transport during the trip

Price details

  • Not included: accommodation and meals (around 60€ per person).

Meeting point


Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Guide Meeting

Arrive at your accommodation by the afternoon and unwind with the hotel's amenities, such as the spa and pool. Meet your guide before dinner for a trip briefing.

Day 2: Ascent to Passo del Grostè & Tuckett Hut

After a briefing and gear check, take a cable car to Passo del Grostè (2,242 m) and start the Benini path. Hike through Bocca Alta di Vallesinella (2,946 m) and Bocca del Tuckett before reaching Tuckett Hut (2,207 m) for dinner and an overnight stay. End the day with a fireside talk on explorer Francis Fox Tuckett and the London Alpine Club.

Hiking time: 4h 30min | Elevation gain: 500 m | Elevation loss: 400 m

Day 3: Sosat Path: Gorges & Overhangs

Depart from Tuckett Hut to tackle the Sosat Path, a thrilling via ferrata with ladders, metal brackets, and rungs that navigate the mountain’s rugged terrain. Safely cross gorges and overhangs before reaching Brentei Refuge (2,580 m) for dinner and an overnight stay. End the evening with a fireside tribute to Bruno Detassis, the pioneer of the "Via delle Bocchette."

Hiking time: 4 hours | Elevation gain: 300 m | Elevation loss: 200 m

Day 4: The Iconic Bocchette Centrali

Explore the most famous section of the "Alta Via del Brenta" as you navigate the Bocchette Centrali. Using ladders and ropes, cross the Sfulmini chain and pass the iconic Campanil Basso spire. Return to Brentei Refuge for an overnight stay.

Hiking time: 4 hours | Elevation gain: 300 m | Elevation loss: 200 m

Day 5: Brenta Traverse

This hike crosses the Brenta mountain range, from the Brentei refuge to the Agostini refuge, with no via ferrata sections.

Duration: 3.5 hours | Distance: 5 km

Day 6: Last Adventure

Descend towards Molveno, passing through Val dei Massodi, Selvata, and Croz dell'Altissimo refuges, before reaching Pradel for the cable car descent to the town. Enjoy a final lunch by Lake Molveno before transferring back to Madonna di Campiglio.

Duration: 3.5 hours | Elevation loss: 1,627 m

 

About the guide

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Guiding agency

Group travels in the Dolomites & beyond for sports lovers!

Languages

English

Certificates

IFMGA


What people are saying about Explore-Share

Man

Climbing with guide Guillaume was absolutely a highlight of my 2-week Europe vacation. Originally, we were planning on climbing in the Calanques, but the park was closed due to wind and fire danger. Guillaume chose another amazing location (Pic de Bretagne) based on my climbing abilities and preferences and kindly offered train station pick-up and hotel drop off, which I appreciated very much. The multi-pitch route we did was not only fun but also the right amount of challenge, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The communication from the team (Gauthier) was prompt and clear—highly recommend!

Maxine

Luis Silva was a great climbing guide and belayer! He taught me how to do moves that were difficult and encouraged me to try routes that were challenging for me! Because of his encouragement, I managed to complete these routes! I really enjoyed the climbs and completed 8 routes in the Sesimbra/Azoia area. The weather was perfect, no direct sun and cool enough to enjoy the climbs. Explore-Share made booking an outdoor climbing experience in Lisbon extremely easy. Luis, our guide, was fantastic, and the platform’s organization was flawless.

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