Advanced Brenta Piccola Trek

Duration: 3 days
Trails: T3 trails
Distance: 10 - 15 km / 6 - 9 mi per day
Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m / 1640 - 3281 ft ascent per day

> A short & spicy trek for hikers with experience
> Escape the busy Alta Vias and discover a remote high-alpine route
> Breakfast included

This 3-day ‘Short & Spicy’ adventure in the Dolomiti di Brenta is compact but intense. Located in the western part of Trentino, this lesser-known corner of the Dolomites offers rugged limestone peaks, quiet valleys, and well-marked trails far from the crowds of the Alta Via routes.

The route starts close to Madonna di Campiglio and takes you across a dramatic mountain landscape with steep ascents, rocky paths, and challenging descents. This is a trek for confident and experienced families looking for a short but adventurous high-mountain experience. Sure-footedness is essential, and the panoramic views make every effort worth it!

Each night, you’ll stay in traditional rifugi, where warm hospitality, hot meals, and epic views await. This is a complete Dolomites experience: physical effort, quiet trails, impressive nature, and Italian alpine charm — all packed into 3 unforgettable days.

Itinerary

Day
1

Madonna di Campiglio - Rifugio Tuckett

Duration: 05:00 h
Distance: 11.3 km / 7mi
Ascent: 1130 m / 3707ft
Descent: 400 m / 1312ft

Starting from the alpine town of Madonna di Campiglio, your adventure begins with a choice: take the easy way up to the Grostè Pass by cable car, or take on the challenge of the ascent on foot - and earn these views the hard way!

From the Grostè Pass, path 316 winds through rocky outcrops and tranquil pastures on a gentle descent to the Tuckett Hut. Along the way you'll be rewarded with views of the Presanella, Adamello and Brenta mountain ranges. A warm welcome awaits you at this refuge, a favourite stop for hikers and the perfect place to relax and recharge your batteries.

Rifugio Tuckett

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Rifugio Tuckett
Day
2

Rifugio Tuckett - Rifugio Alimonta

Duration: 04:50 h
Distance: 9.3 km / 5.8mi
Ascent: 860 m / 2822ft
Descent: 510 m / 1673ft

The day begins at the Rifugio Tuckett, where the trail climbs steadily through rugged rocky terrain. With the imposing Crozzon di Brenta and other legendary peaks towering above you, it's the kind of scenery that makes every step feel epic. The well-marked path keeps you on track and offers breathtaking views of rugged limestone cliffs and glacial landscapes.

As you climb, the trail throws in some steep inclines to test your stamina - especially as you approach the Alimonta Hut, which stands at an impressive 2,580 metres. The final stretch requires a steady footing, with loose rocks and uneven paths adding to the adventure. Along the way you will find cascading streams and towering rock spires. It's as challenging as it is rewarding!

Rifugio Alimonta

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Rifugio Alimonta
Day
3

Rifugio Alimonta - Rifugio Vallesinella

Duration: 04:30 h
Distance: 10.5 km / 6.5 mi
Ascent: 250 m / 820 ft
Descent: 1310 m / 4298 ft

The final day kicks off at Rifugio Alimonta, perched high among the jagged peaks of the Brenta Dolomites. A short climb leads you up to the Bocca dei Armi before beginning your descent, with towering cliffs and sweeping alpine vistas accompanying you along the way.

As you drop down past Rifugio Brentei and into greener valleys, the trail winds through rocky terrain, a mountain tunnel, and peaceful forest paths. Waterfalls begin to appear as you reach the Vallesinella area, where the sound of cascading water welcomes you to the valley. Your trek ends at the welcoming Rifugio Vallesinella – the perfect place to rest and reflect on an unforgettable journey. From there, you can return to the alpine town of Madonna di Campiglio via Via Vallesinella.

Contact our Trekking Expert
Natascha Langelaan
Natascha Langelaan

Included

  • Full travel guide

    You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Dolomite di Brenta Trek. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.

  • Accommodation

    During your Dolomite di Brenta Trek, you will spend your nights in mountain huts. In the mountain huts we normally only book dormitories, but we can look into private rooms on request. If the private rooms are fully booked or not available in the hut, we automatically book a bed in dormitories for you. Please note that private rooms are more expensive and there will be an additional charge for this.

  • Half board (where possible)

    Accommodation in the huts includes dinner and breakfast, unless otherwise indicated in the exclusive list. This allows you to travel lighter and not have to worry about an extra meal. Please note, however, that lunch is not included, but can be purchased at the huts.

  • Navigation support

    Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.

Excluded

  • Traveling to and from

    You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport.

  • Transfers

    Should you need any form of (public) transport on location, this is not part of the trekking package. This includes the use of taxi, bus, cable cars, gondolas, ferries, etc.

  • Lunch

    Half-board is included in the price of this trek. Lunch, however, is not. You can get something to eat at the mountain huts along the way.

  • Travel Insurance

    Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.

  • Personal expenses

    Personal expenses on such as souvenirs, drinks, and other similar expenses are for your own account.

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