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Intermediate Alta Via della Marmotta - Accommodation Before and After

Duration: 5 days
Trails: T2 trails
Distance: 10 - 15 km / 6 - 9 mi per day
Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m / 1640 - 3281 ft ascent per day

> Accommodation before and after the trek included – arrive relaxed, leave fulfilled
> Quieter trails through dramatic Dolomite landscapes
> Local rifugios, peaceful valleys, and hidden gems along the way

Escape the busy trails and discover the quiet side of the Dolomites on the Alta Via della Marmotta. This 5-day route takes you through untamed landscapes, where thundering waterfalls, hidden lakes, and empty mountain passes create a sense of solitude you won’t find on the more crowded Alta Vias. With your first and last nights included in the charming alpine towns of San Vito di Cadore and Auronzo, all you need to do is lace up your boots and hit the trail.

Ideal for experienced hikers or fit first-timers looking for an authentic challenge, this trek moves from forested paths to exposed ridgelines, offering epic views and ever-changing terrain. You’ll pass highlights like the dramatic Marmarole peaks, the serene Santa Caterina Lake, and the echoing roar of the Cascata delle Pile. Evenings are spent in cozy rifugios where warm welcomes and filling mountain meals round off each day. In just five days, you get a powerful hit of everything that makes the Dolomites unforgettable.

To make things even easier, the trek includes overnight stays before and after the hike. Start in the laid-back mountain town of San Vito di Cadore and end in Auronzo with a proper bed and hot shower — no rushing, just a complete, well-rounded Dolomites 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 (San Vito di Cadore)

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Albergo Antelao (San Vito di Cadore)
Albergo Antelao (San Vito di Cadore)
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2

San Vito di Cadore - Rifugio Pietro Galassi

Duration: 04:30 h
Distance: 7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Ascent: 1110 m / 3642 ft
Descent: 100 m / 328 ft

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 your accommodation for the night.

Rifugio Pietro Galassi

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Rifugio Pietro Galassi
Rifugio Pietro Galassi
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3

Rifugio Pietro Galassi - Rifugio Baion (without cables)

Duration: 07:50 h
Distance: 15.5 km / 9.6 mi
Ascent: 920 m / 3018 ft
Descent: 1120 m / 3675 ft

From Rifugio Galassi, it’s a relaxed two-hour descent to Rifugio Capanna degli Alpini. Before moving on, take a quick detour—a short ten-minute walk brings you to Cascata delle Pile, a stunning waterfall that adds a little extra magic to this stage.

After that, the trail follows the Torrente Oten, a river that has shaped the Val d’Oten for centuries. It’s an easy downhill stretch before crossing the stream, where the climb begins.

The ascent leads to Rifugio Chiggiato, perched in the Marmarole Centrali. This is a perfect spot to pause, refuel with some local dishes, and soak up the views from the terrace. With the Marmarole and Antelao towering around you, it’s the kind of place where you’ll want to stay a little longer.

From here, there are two possible routes to Rifugio Baion. One is a higher-altitude trail that includes a rocky section with fixed cables along the southern wall of the Marmarole—more adventurous, but also more demanding. The other, described here, is a lower-altitude alternative that avoids the most challenging terrain. It leads towards Casera D’Aieron and continues along rugged but manageable paths. Around Casera D’Aieron, the trail is not as clearly trodden at first, but it soon becomes more defined, so don’t be surprised if the markings seem less obvious for a short while. Although the terrain still requires surefootedness, there are no exposed sections or cables.

Note: Both options are included, so if you prefer the more challenging route, you’re free to choose that one instead.

Rifugio Baion

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Rifugio Baion
Rifugio Baion
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4

Rifugio Baion to Auronzo di Cadore

Duration: 06:20 h
Distance: 14 km / 8.7 mi
Ascent: 300 m / 984 ft
Descent: 1260 m / 4134 ft

Disclaimer: This is the standard route. Please note that maintenance works are currently taking place near Col Burgion. If the path is not accessible, please use Option 2 instead. The detour is approximately 1 km long.

This is it, your final stretch on the Alta Via della Marmotta! It’s mostly downhill today, so take it easy on your knees and enjoy the ride.

About an hour in, you’ll reach Rifugio Carducci, a good stop for a coffee. Further along the trail, Rifugio Ciaréido offers another chance for a snack or water refill before continuing north toward Rifugio Monte Agudo.

After passing Pian de la Mandra, you’ll arrive at Rifugio Monte Agudo, your last hut on the route. If you want to give your legs a rest, you can take the chairlift from here down to Auronzo. You can also hop on a bit further down at Malon Basso, just below the rifugio. The chairlift operates from mid-June to mid-September, so check the schedule if you're hiking early or late in the season.

If you choose to continue on foot, the trail winds through valleys and forests and then follows the shoreline of Santa Caterina Lake. Take a moment to enjoy the view across the water. From there, it’s a short walk into Auronzo di Cadore, where your adventure comes to an end.

Important: We will do our utmost to book your accommodation in Auronzo di Cadore. However, due to the area's popularity and limited availability, it may be necessary to arrange lodging in one of the nearby towns instead. In that case, you'll need to make your way from Auronzo di Cadore to your hotel for the night.

Albergo Diana (Auronzo di Cadore)

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Albergo Diana (Auronzo di Cadore)
Albergo Diana (Auronzo di Cadore)
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5

Departure day

The final day is here. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, check out of your accommodation, and continue on with the next chapter of your journey.

Included

  • Full travel guide

    You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Alta Via della Marmotta. 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 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 (if possible) 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.

  • 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.

  • Drinks at Rifugio Pietro Galassi

    Drinks are not included in half board and must be paid for separately on site.

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