Dolomites – Nature Park Walking Tour

Your walking holiday in the Upper Puster Valley begins amidst rugged rocky peaks and green alpine pastures. Make the most of your arrival day to soak up the unique atmosphere of the Dolomites.

Your first hike starts at the idyllic Lake Braies, which enchants visitors above all with its crystal-clear water. There, you’ll get your first glimpse of the Valle di Braies, with its dark coniferous forests and chalk-white rock faces, which is counted amongst the jewels of the Dolomites. The route leads across the plateau to the Rossalm and on to the Prato Piazza. Amid the vastness of nature and tranquility, the sweeping views allow you to catch sight of Monte Cristallo, the Tofane and the world-famous Three Peaks.

The panoramic views along this stage are simply breathtaking. The towering rock giants of the Ampezzo Dolomites – Monte Cristallo and the Cristallo Group, the Tofane and the Fanes Group – are the stars of this spectacle. There are two routes to choose from: one to Forcella Faloria or along the Dolomieu Panorama Trail. Both routes take you toward Passo Tre Croci and finally back to Cortina. Alternatively, you can enjoy a lovely circular walk around Cortina or a hike to the Cinque Torri. Let yourself be enchanted by the natural beauty of the imposing Dolomite peaks.

You’ll walk through the Prato Piazza and descend through the Valle dei Chenopi to the Gemärk, the border between South Tyrol and the province of Belluno. From there, you have a choice: either take public transportation directly to Cortina d’Ampezzo or hike the longer route to Ospitale and on to the Passo Tre Croci. If you prefer, you can optionally take the cable car down from Refugio Son Forca to Rio Gere to shorten the stage.

The panoramic views along this stage are simply breathtaking. The towering rock giants of the Ampezzo Dolomites – Monte Cristallo and the Cristallo Group, the Tofane and the Fanes Group – are the stars of this spectacle. There are two routes to choose from: one to Forcella Faloria or along the Dolomieu Panorama Trail. Both routes take you toward Passo Tre Croci and finally back to Cortina. Alternatively, you can enjoy a lovely circular walk around Cortina or a hike to the Cinque Torri. Let yourself be enchanted by the natural beauty of the imposing Dolomite peaks.

At the start of your final stage, you’ll take a bus to the Three Peaks View. From there, you’ll hike across the Rienza Plateau and through the Rienza Valley up to the Tre Cime, the world-famous UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site and symbol of the Dolomites. You’ll then continue on to the famous Three Peaks Hut (Rifugio Locatelli), from where the route leads you down below the Paternkofel into the Val Fiscalina, and you’ll take the bus to Dobbiaco. Optionally, you can hike from the Three Peaks View up to the Tre Cime and on to the Rifugio Auronzo. From there, you can also take the bus to your destination for the day. A fitting conclusion to a spectacular week of hiking.