Lessons learned and summary: 2 rifugios at this stage – rif Rosetta, rif Pradidali Ressuply possibility in San Martino di Castrozza (take a cable car from rif Rosetta) 20th September is the last day of the season. Most rifugios close, cablecars stop operation. Although we tried really hard to find a flat spot yesterday, weContinue reading “ALTA VIA 2 DOLOMITES, DAY 8”
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ALTA VIA 2 DOLOMITES, DAY 7
Lessons learned and summary: Be prepared for a heavy condensation during the night (humid climate in the Dolomites) I would really recommend firm hiking boots with ankle support for this trail Demanding stage full of via ferratas, exposed climbs, narrow paths and through terrain A heavy mist came down after the dusk and turned intoContinue reading “ALTA VIA 2 DOLOMITES, DAY 7”
ALTA VIA 2 DOLOMITES, DAY 3
Lessons learned and summary: Be prepared to carry your trash with you (It’s not possible to dispose of it on the huts). Ferrata gear would come in handy on this stage. It’s necessary for the Pisciad`u peak summit. (This climb is, however, extra – detour; Alta Via 2 leads around it) 2 huts on thisContinue reading “ALTA VIA 2 DOLOMITES, DAY 3”
ALTA VIA 2 DOLOMITES, DAY 2
Lessons learned and summary: 2 passes on this stage (under the Piz Duleda and Col dala Piëres peaks) Be mindful of your water supplies and plan ahead Second mountain hut – Rifugio Puez Apparently the sun rises quite early here in the Dolomites. It’s 7 a.m. and we are already awake. We want to packContinue reading “ALTA VIA 2 DOLOMITES, DAY 2”
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