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Alta Via della Marmotta with Accommodation Before and After the trek

Duration: 5 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: 10 - 15 km per day

Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day

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> Accommodation before and after the trek included
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> Quieter alternative to popular routes

If you’re seeking an adventure in the Italian Dolomites, the Alta Via della Marmotta is the perfect choice. As popular trails like Alta Via 1 and 2 grow busier each season, this alternative offers an authentic Dolomite experience, far from the crowds. This 5-day package includes accommodations in San Vito di Cadore and Auronzo before and after the trek, with all arrangements handled to ensure a seamless journey.

The Alta Via della Marmotta leads you through valleys, mountain passes, and forests, showcasing views of peaks like the Antelao and the Marmarole. Suitable for both seasoned hikers and beginners, this trek features highlights such as the Cascata delle Pile waterfall and the Santa Caterina Lake. With overnight stays in rifugios, this trek offers a perfect blend of challenge and charm, good for anyone seeking a shorter yet remarkable Dolomite adventure.

Itinerary

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Arrival in San Vito di Cadore

Today, you’ll arrive in the village of San Vito di Cadore, where your accommodation awaits. Surrounded by the peaks of the Dolomites, this alpine retreat offers a peaceful atmosphere. Just 20 minutes by bus from Cortina d’Ampezzo, it’s a great starting point for your Alta Via della Marmotta journey. Savor a local dish for dinner, rest well, and gear up for the adventure ahead!

Albergo Antelao

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San Vito di Cadore to Rifugio Capanna Degli Alpini

Duration: 06:30 h

Distance: 11.4 km

Ascent: 1110 m

Descent: 730 m

The Alta Via della Marmotta kicks off in the village of San Vito di Cadore, which is just a 20-minute bus ride away from Cortina d’Ampezzo, and is surrounded by famous Dolomite peaks like Antelao and Pelmo. The trail officially begins at Via Belvedere, which takes you straight into the mountains. Your first stop? Rifugio Scotter-Palatini, where you can take a breather, enjoy a snack, and refill your water bottles before diving deeper into the adventure.

The journey continues along mountain paths with great views of Antelao. After traversing Forcella Piccola, a broad saddle atop Val d’Oten, you'll reach Rifugio Galassi, perched on the northern slopes of Antelao. This rifugio, which is also part of the Alta Via 4, is a great spot to rest your legs and enjoy a lunch break with views of the Antelao massif and Cima Scotter.

From Rifugio Galassi, a two-hour descent takes you to your accommodation for the night: Rifugio Capanna degli Alpini. Arrive early, leave your backpack, and take a short 10-minute walk to Cascata delle Pile, a stunning waterfall that adds a perfect touch of adventure to conclude your first stage.

Rifugio Capanna Degli Alpini

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Rifugio Capanna Degli Alpini to Rifugio Baion

Duration: 06:15 h

Distance: 11.9 km

Ascent: 890 m

Descent: 460 m

This section of the trek is all about the panoramic views over the valley, so let’s cross our fingers for clear skies! Today’s trek starts with a downhill stretch along the Torrente Oten, river that has carved its way through the Val d’Oten for centuries. After crossing the stream, the climb begins.

The ascent leads to Rifugio Chiggiato, located in the Marmarole Centrali. Here you can take a break, dig into some local dishes, and enjoy their terrace with views of the Marmarole and Antelao. Trust us, you’ll want to take your time in this spot.

From there, it’s a two-hour hike to Rifugio Baion, your accommodation for the night. This section is less steep but includes a rocky stretch along the southern wall of the Marmarole, with ropes to help you navigate safely. It’s an adventurous end to the day, but well worth the effort!

Rifugio Baion

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Included

Full travel guide

We will send you on your way with a digital travel guide that includes a route description for the Alta Via della Marmotta, interactive hiking maps, and the most important information applicable to your trek
Accommodation

During your Alta Via della Marmotta, 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.
Accommodation before and after the tour

Accommodation before and after the trek is included. Breakfast is part of your stay.
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.
Breakfast in hotels (where possible)

Accommodation in the hotels includes breakfast whenever possible. We will arrange this for you as much as possible in advance. Please note that lunch and dinner are not included, but can be ordered at the accommodation or in the village.

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 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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Alta Via della Marmotta with Accommodation Before and After the trek