Dolomites – Alta Via
An unforgettable journey through the Fanes-Sennes Nature Reserve, with dramatic peaks, alpine meadows, and snow-capped mountains as your backdrop. Enjoy exceptional cuisine, diverse wildlife, and vibrant seasonal flowers while staying in welcoming mountain huts along well-marked trails.
- Nights
- 7 to 7 Nights
- Distance
- 52.1 to 52.1 miles
- Location
- North East Italy
- Difficulty
- Moderate to Challenging
- Season
- Jun to Oct
- Price from
- £1310
Highlights
Breath-taking walks through the magnificent Fanes-Sennes Nature Reserve
- Stunning views of dramatic Dolomite peaks and alpine landscapes.
- Pristine mountain lakes reflecting the rugged summits.
- Diverse wildlife, including chamois and marmots.
- Traditional alpine huts offering local cuisine and hospitality.
- Serene atmosphere perfect for reconnecting with nature.
- Savour delicious local cuisine including cheeses, carne salada, polenta, mushrooms, speck and outstanding wines.
Why This Walk?
Walking the Dolomites Alta Via through the Fanes-Sennes Nature Reserve offers an unforgettable adventure for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts. The route takes you through breathtaking landscapes of dramatic limestone peaks, lush meadows, serene alpine lakes, and picturesque valleys, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Dolomites. With a mix of challenging ascents and rewarding, well-marked trails, it’s perfect for those seeking both adventure and tranquility. Along the way, you’ll stay in welcoming mountain huts, where you can recharge with hearty, locally inspired meals and enjoy the warm hospitality of the region. The Fanes-Sennes reserve is also rich in wildlife, including marmots and chamois, while its vibrant wildflowers make the hike even more enchanting in spring and summer. This is one of Italy’s most spectacular natural areas, combining adventure, beauty, and a sense of serenity.
Path Walkthrough
The walk takes you along gravel roads or well-marked hiking trails. The routes do sometimes involve steeper ascents but can be walked by a reasonably fit adult. On some occasions there are optional opportunities for climbing local peaks; these are obviously more difficult trails, suitable for experienced mountain hikers. You stay in three mountain huts along the route, offering warm hospitality and hearty meals providing energy for the satisfyingly long and rewarding walks. You start with a choice of two shorter but scenic hikes from Berggasthof Plätzwiese, before a more challenging day on from Platzwiese to Senes. At Senes you take a circular walk exploring high-altitude plateaus with incredible mountain vistas and the following day to Fanes follows the Dolomite Höhenweg, with a descent to Lago de Foses and through Valon Scuro. There follows a steep climb and descent to arrive at the Fanes Plateau. At Fanes you have a choice of two circular walks before a final day descending to San Vigilio di Marebbe, with scenic views through forests and meadows.
Accommodation
Accommodation on the Alta Via walk ranges from hotel to mountain huts to guesthouse, all situated around 2,000m altitude, surrounded by the breath-taking peaks of the Dolomites. Your final night is spent in a lively valley village (1,200m).
You will stay at a mountain hotel (first 2 nights), two luxury mountain huts for the next 4 nights and a comfortable guest house for the final night. Ensuite rooms are provided on Days 1,2 and 7 but please note that the holiday is priced WITHOUT private bathroom in the mountain huts at Sennes (Day 3 &4) and Fanes (Day 5 & 6). Rooms with private bathrooms (at extra cost) can be requested but are very limited and sell out very quickly. You may also choose to stay in dorm rooms for the 4 nights (Nights 3-6 in the Mountain Huts) at a reduced price. Dorm rooms are between 8-18 people and you would need to bring your own travel sheet and towel.
A buffet breakfast is provided daily, along with a picnic lunch for your walk. Dinner is served each evening in the huts’ dining rooms, except in Sennes. The huts also sell snacks, but it's useful to bring energy bars or trail mix from home.
Choose Your Walk
Our Dolomites - Alta Via Itineraries
Platzwiese/Prato Piazza to San Vigilio di Marebbe
52.1 miles (83.8 km)7 Nights Moderate to Challenging
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From £1,310 Per Person
Key Information
- 7 nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis
- 4 dinners (Nights 1,2, 5 & 6)
- 6 packed lunches
- Luggage Transfers
- Walk Pack, to include Road Book (route notes/mapping) including pre-arrival information and destination information
- Access to a Travel APP
Price Does Not Include
- Evening meals except where stated in inclusions (Nights 1,2, 5 and 6). Available in local restaurant or in-house.
- Travel to Platzwiese-Prato Piazza/travel from San Vigilio di Marebbe. Optional Airport Transfers (available upon request at time of booking)
- City taxes (per person) payable direct to accommodations (variable)
Customise your trip?
Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
- Telephone
- +44 (0)1291 689 774
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Customise your trip?
Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
- Telephone
- +44 (0)1291 689 774
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