1+day via ferrata in the Dolomites
Explore the incredible Dolomites Mountains with local, certified guide Renato on a 1+day via ferrata climbing tour.
Private
Alps
+1 Days
May - Oct
High
All levels
Highlights
- Explore the via ferratas of the Dolomites, the best way to know the mountain.
- Experience the beautiful alpine scenery in one of Europe`s great ranges.
- Benefit from having a fully-certified guide leading you through the climbs.
Description
Guarding the northern borders of Italy, the Dolomite Mountains form part of the Southern Limestone Alps, and are shared between the provinces of Belluno, South Tyrol and Trentino.
The stunning alpine mountains are home to splendid scenery and quality climbs. The Dolomites were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009.
The Dolomite Mountains were the birthplace of the via ferrata. The protected climbing routes originated during the First World War when the mountainside was the theatre of battle between Austria and Italy. Fighting for higher positions, the soldiers fixed steps and ladders into the rock to be able to navigate the mountains more easily.
More than half a century later, these fixtures provide excellent access to the sublime peaks of the Dolomites. Their morbid origins have morphed into joyful installations for the mountains.
And the Dolomites are sprinkled with adrenaline-fueled climbs, such as the highest peak along the range, the Marmolada.
Rising to a peak of 3,343 meters, the Marmolada is the highest mountain in the Dolomites, which lies between the Italian provinces of Trentino and Veneto. Its glacial environment and high altitude present rewarding challenges on the Queen of the Dolomites.
The Mesules via ferrata is located on the Sella Group, a plateau massif that stands to the north of the Marmolada. Its highest peak is Piz Boe that rises to 3,151 meters. The via ferrata is actually the oldest in the mountain range, which dates back to 1912.
The Cesare Piazetta via ferrata takes you to the top of the Piz Boe in a thrilling climb with a stunning backdrop. Or test yourself with the Tomaselli via ferrata, located on the high mountain pass of Passo Falzarego, home to local legends.
Get in touch now to reserve your place in the stunning alpine mountains of the Dolomites on a 1 day or more via ferrata climbing trip.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
- Includes via ferrata equipment (helmet, ferrata set, harness and gloves).
FAQs
Will the equipment be provided or do I need my own? Can I rent? How much is the approximate cost of renting the equipment?
All the technical gear for the via ferrata is included in the price, so you don't have to rent anything.
Is this program suitable for beginners, children or older people?
Yes, there are great Via Ferratas suitable for beginners, children or older people.
How many clients can go with 1 guide?
It depends on the difficulty level of the via ferrata we will do. On easy ones one guide can take up to 5 people, on mid-level via ferratas up to 3/4, and on very difficult via ferratas one guide can take only 1 or 2 people.
How can I get to the meeting point?
The meeting point will vary depending on the via ferrata we decide to do, but all meeting points are accesible by car or bus.
Which specific via ferrata will we do?
There are many options in the Dolomites, and I will propose the one to do depending on where you'll be based, your experience, weather conditions and the group size. To name a few, some options include Punta Anna, Col dei Bos, Tommaselli, Sci 18, Punta Fiames, Lipella and Tofana di Dentro.
Can I do more than one via ferrata?
Yes! You can request this trip for more than one day, and we will do one different route every day. We can either go down to an accommodation in the valley every day, or do a hut to hut tour.
You can check here a 3-day via ferrata tour that I also offer: https://www.explore-share.com/trip/3-day-guided-via-ferrata-tour-dolomites/
What do I need to bring on the day of the tour?
Just comfortable clothes for the hike and via ferrata, and trekking shoes with a fairly stiff sole to be comfortable climbing on metal ladder rungs and walking on rocks. You can also bring a small backpack with water and a snack (keep in mind that lunch is not included).
Who will be me guide?
I will guide you if I'm available on the dates you request, and if not, one of the IFMGA colleagues from my team will be your guide. Once you book the trip, you'll receive the guide's phone number to coordinate the final details together.
Do I need to have experience in rock climbing?
No, we can select a suitable via ferrata for you, a lot of the routes can be done even if you never went on a via ferrata or rock climbing before.
Do you offer other trips in the Dolomites?
Yes, I offer other via ferrata trips, and also rock climbing and hiking. And if you come in winter, there are also some great ski touring trips to do in the region. You can check all the trips here: https://www.explore-share.com/mountain-guide/renato-bernard/
I'll be travelling alone, can I join a group?
No, unfortunately we only offer this trip privately. So if you are interested, you can book a guide just for you.
Are there via ferratas for all levels? Is there a via ferrata according to my level and experience?
Yes, there are many options of via ferratas for all levels.
For beginners, some of the options are Via ferrata in Monte Paterno and Roda di Vael via ferrata.
For intermediates, some options are Cesare Piazetta via ferrata in Piz Boè or Marmolada west ridge via ferrata.
For the more experienced there are options such as Via ferrata Mesules in the Sella or Via Ferrata i Magnifici 4 in Val di San Nicolo.
These are just some options to name a few, but there are many more for all levels all around the Dolomites!
What experience do I need to have to go on the via ferrata?
You don't need to have previous experience. We will select a suitable via ferrata for you, a lot of the routes can be done even if you never went on a via ferrata or rock climbing before.
What's included in the price for this via ferrata trip?
The guiding fee and the technical via ferrata equipment (harness, helmet, via ferrata lanyard) are included in the price.
What is the schedule for the day? At what time will we start and end the activity?
The trip usually takes around 6 hours. The starting and ending time of the activity will depend on where are you staying, and the route we decide to do depending on your experience and skill level, and weather conditions. But don't worry, we will have flexibility to accomodate the schedule to whatever fits you better.
Which are the best months to do a via ferrata in the Dolomites?
The season for via ferrata in the Dolomites go from May to October. We usually have better weather from June to September, but there are always options to do in May and October as well.
Where should I stay the night before and after the tour?
Since there are plenty of via ferrata options in the Dolomites, we will choose the route depending on where you'll be staying. The most popular places to stay in the Dolomites are Cortina and Bolzano, but I strongly recommend any town in Fassa Valley, which is where my home town is, Campitello di Fassa. There are accomodattion options in all price ranges, from campsites to luxurious hotels.
What is the approximate cost of meals not included during the trip?
Since this is a day trip, meals are not included. Make sure to bring some snacks for the day.
Where is the nearest airport?
The best option to get to the Dolomites is to fly to Venice airport. Other options include Munich airport, and smaller regional airports such as Treviso, Verona, and Innsbruck.
Can I join a group tour to do a via ferrata?
Yes, I offer weekly group departures for the Alpini via ferrata near Cortina. You can check all the information here: https://www.explore-share.com/trip/1-day-via-ferrata-dolomites-cortina/
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About the guide
Renato & Guides' team
4.8
(335)
Mountain Guide
Hi! I'm Renato, IFMGA guide from the Dolomites, and I work together with my colleagues Robert, Patrick & Walter (German speaking), Paolo, Matteo and Davide.
If I'm not available to guide you, one of them will take care of you.
I was born in 1961, I live in Campitello di Fassa, in the Dolomites, together with my family. I have two sons, one is a mountain guide, the other is a ski instructor. I am a certified mountain guide since 1982, an instructor of guides, alpine ski instructor and a Federal coach for ISEF.
Being in the mountains has always been my passion, guiding people, teaching them climbing, mountaineering... during the various seasons of the year. I very much enjoy drawing nice curves in fresh powder snow and discover the charm of the frozen waterfalls.
My curriculum and professional mountaineering is made of many ascents and some openings of routes in the Dolomites and the Alps. I climbed in Yosemite Valley (California), Ben Nevis (Scotland) and Norway, Greece, Spain and Sardinia. I did also several high altitude climbs like Mt Denali (Alaska), Ama Dablam (6828m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Manaslu (8163m), Shivling in India (6545m), Cotopaxi and Chimborazo in Ecuador (5897m and 6310m), Patagonia (Argentina).
Feel free to get in touch with me if you are coming in the Dolomites for skiing (alpine, freeride and ski touring), rock climbing, sport climbing and multi pitch climbing. It will be my pleasure to guide you here and let you discover my secret spots.
Languages
Italian | German | English
Certificates
UIAGM
What people are saying about this trip
Thomas
Roberto took myself and my wife on the Sass de Stria route after assessing and deciding that the weather was too bad to do our chosen route. Roberto was a great guide would highly recommend
Tania
Benny was friendly, made us all feel comfortable, and took plenty of photos for us. We all had a great time, and if we come back to the Dolomites we would definitely book again.
Alex
Despite a booking conflict, Robert and the company were very accommodating and helpful in making sure that we were still able to have our guided trip in the Dolomites, which ended up being the perfect mixture of ease and challenge, and oh my! the sites were something to behold... we haven't stopped thinking or talking about it since (and it's been a week)! We would absolutely come back again, and if we manage to, will certainly get in the touch with Robert and the company!
Amber
Its always been my dream to be able to complete a Via Ferrata! Thanks to my wonderful guide Robert, he helped me complete this dream. He was optimistic, fun, and very thorough when it came to the hike, teaching me basic moves, and on the actual climb! Thank you again so much!
Jackson
Fantastic guided via ferrata and even helped find a new via ferrata when the original plan got snowed out.
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