Alta Via 2 – Italian Dolomites

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The Alta Via 2 in the Italian Dolomites has to be one of the very best hut-to-hut treks for those who are confident in a mountain environment.

It is a significant step up technically from the Alta Via 1. The route includes some terrain which isn’t for everyone – scree slopes, some paths which are protected by via ferrata cable and some steep slopes. However, the rewards are great and our trip includes the optional summits of  Pic Pisciadu 2985m and Piz Boe (3152m) – a great opportunity to scale a 3000m (10.000′ peak).

The Dolomites’ famous sunsets and sunrises are always best enjoyed when you stay in the high mountains, and this trek offers more than its fair share of spectacular locations.

Watch our video about Trekking in the Dolomites of Italy:

Self-guided trekking holidays

We offer the Alta Via 2 trekking holiday on a self-guided basis. The paths are well signed, but it is only suitable for those who know they can look after themselves in a mountain environment. We will provide you with detailed trip notes, maps with your route highlighted, GPX files if you wish. We’ll also book your accommodation and help with transport.

Our self-guided trips can be run for 1 person or more.


Dates

The rifugi are open between 20 June and 20 September, however in recent years, snow has blocked some of this route in late June.  We therefore advise that this trip is undertaken between mid-July & 20 September.

Trip Length & Availability: 6, 10 or 14 days

The Alta Via 2 is very adaptable, with trek lengths to suit everyone:

  • Alta Via 2: 6 days: Bressanone to Passo Pordoi 
  • Alta Via 2: 10 days: Bressanone to Passo Rolle
  • Alta Via 2: 14 days: Bressanone to Passo Cereda

Spaces are still available for summer 2025

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 Alta Via 2 © Charles Masters