Walking in the Dolomites - Italy - Europe

Walking in the Dolomites

28 multi-day routes

Author
Cover
Paperback - PVC
ISBN
9781852843854
Published
15 Jul 2008
Availability
Reprinted
Edition
Second
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ISBN (10)
1852843853
Size
17.2 x 11.6 x 1.5cm
Weight
330g
Pages
256
No. Maps
24
No. Photos
95
Originally Published
1 Apr 2003
 

Guide to 28 fabulous multi-day walks in Italy's breathtaking Dolomite mountains. Everything from a stroll through woods and meadows to family routes, steep rocky zigzag passages and hands-on clambers is covered. Breathtaking alpine scenery, well-graded paths, excellent mountain refuges, good access from centres.

Seasons

Mid-June to late September, when the majority of the refuges are open. Peak Italian holiday time is August, especially around 15th August.

Centres

Main centres for the Dolomites include Cortina, Belluno, Selva di Cadore, Arabba, La Villa, Selva, Bressanone, Dobbiaco, Canazei.

Difficulty

Every grade of walk is covered, from easy walks to moutain lakes with a friendly refuge, to multi-day mountain traverses involving scrambles and exposure.

Must See

Spotting your first chamois, marmot or Ibex. The majestic Marmolada and Pelmo, the towering Civetta, and the Cinque Torre (now only four of them!).
 
 
 
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