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Hiking trails in the Dolomites Region Alta Badia

Walking is the best way to enjoy wonderful stretches of greenery. During your spring in South Tyrol, you can witness the awakening of nature in the valley and on the alpine meadows in bloom. Midsummer days are equally surprising:  people are lured to mountain peaks, marvel at sweeping views and indulge in the traditional dishes served in quaint mountain huts. Go on a hike to watch the spectacle of autumn’s glorious colours and relax in nature.

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Summer
Borest trail to the Pisciadú waterfalls
Corvara, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

This easy walk from Corvara to Colfosco leads through sunny meadows and thin woodland taking you over bridges and babbling streams to the foot of the mighty Sella massif, where the Pisciadú waterfall tumbles down over the rocks. The easy walk is also ideal for families with children.

Difficulty: easy
204 m elevation gain
1h:10 min duration
Summer
Farmhouses trail - Tru dles viles
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

In Alta Badia you encounter the oldest culture in South Tyrol and during your excursions it is easy to meet traces of typical cultural assets such as the "viles", the ancient rural settlements with their classic Ladin architecture.

This leisurely circuit leads through meadows and forests slightly above the valley floor, along some of the typical Ladin farmsteads.

The height difference of this walk is small, so the route is recommended even for less experienced and trained hikers.

Difficulty: easy
282 m elevation gain
2h:40 min duration
Summer
From Passo Valparola to Pralongiá and down to San Cassiano
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

An altidude hike from Passo Valparola to San Cassiano under the Setsas peak and to the Pralongiá plateau. Admire impressive views over the entire Alta Badia mountains with a close-up of the Lagazuoi top and the majestic peaks of Lavarela and Conturines. If you wish to extend your itinerary, you can even ascend the Setsas mountain.

Difficulty: medium
260 m elevation gain
4h:19 min duration
Long-Distance Hiking Paths
Dolomites World Heritage Geotrail II – Stage 6: from the Puez Hut to Armentarola
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

The impressively steep and rocky tooth of the Sassongher rises directly before us, while far to the south we see the imposing and majestic northwest wall of the Civetta. Merely crossing the plateau on which the Puez Hut is located represents a unique experience for mountaineers without vast geological knowledge, with bizarre rock formations that only a whim of nature could create. The Pralongiá plateau offers a breathtaking view of the largest glacier in the Dolomites, the north face of the Marmolada.

Discover more: https://www.dolomitiunesco.info/attivita/dolomites-world-heritage-geotrail/?lang=en 

Difficulty: difficult
788 m elevation gain
6h:16 min duration
Summer
To the Lech Dlá Lé lake
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

The pleasant and family-friendly hike in Badia, leads along the trail Tru di tiers following the traces of the wild animals.

Along the whole itinerary sculptures of wild animals are placed, for example: an eagle, an owl, or a bear. The sculptures were carved from larch and pine wood with a chainsaw by a local artist.

Difficulty: easy
0 m elevation gain
0h:10 min duration
Summer
Discovering the legend "The Salvan of the Gardena pass"
Corvara, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

Embark on a four-hour hike from Colfosco to Passo Gardena, and you will find yourself in the footsteps of the Salvan, the mythical little man of the forest who lived on the border with the Val Gardena.

Discover the whole legend in the book: "Walking through an enchanted land" available in the tourist offices.



Difficulty: medium
659 m elevation gain
4h:00 min duration
Summer
To the Pasciantadú pastures passing near the Lech Dlá Lé lake
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

A lovely hike in Badia through a varied landscape of woods, meadows and pasture land. On the way, you pass an idyllic lake and Alpine pastures.

During the hike, you can enjoy magnificent views of the face of the Sas dla Crusc, the Sella massif and the Sassongher peak with the Gardenaccia plateau.

Difficulty: medium
5 m elevation gain
1h:30 min duration
Summer
Larch wood path - Tru di lersc
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia
The "Tru di lersc" nature and educational trail extends for approximately 5.1 km, winding through larch forests and alpine meadows along the edges of the Fanes-Senes-Braies Natural Park, between the villages of Rü and Rüdeferia.

At the Rüdeferia farmhouse, you can admire a characteristic water mill, recently restored and now fully operational. Along the trail, designed by the Office of Natural Parks of the Province of Bolzano, you will encounter traditional features such as alpine fences and dry stone walls, as well as informational panels on the area's flora, fauna, and geology.
Difficulty: easy
205 m elevation gain
1h:40 min duration
Summer
From Passo Valparola to the Lagació/Lagazuoi peak on the Kaiserjäger trail
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

During the First World War the area Lagazuoi - 5 Torri was the scene of severe fightings between Italian and Austria-Hungarian troops. The sacrifice of the Alpini (Italian Mountain Troopers) and the Kaiserjäger (Austro-Hungarian Alpine Troopers) will forever be a part of history. In their honour the via ferrata at Piccolo Lagazuoi was restored. Hikers can now enjoy a great excursion with an insight into the tragic history of the Lagazuoi area. The trail extends over approximately 3000 metres with a vertical drop of 700 metres, with iron ropes, a hanging bridge, tunnels and trenches. The trail is intended for trained and expert hikers.

Difficulty: difficult
576 m elevation gain
2h:49 min duration
Summer
Circular hike on the eastern side of the Sella massif
Corvara, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

This hike on the eastern edge of the Sella massif, with start in Corvara, is a circular hike with little variation in altitude that presents no great technical difficulties for hikers. Nevertheless, you need to be fit before attempting this hike. The hike is particularly interesting from a geological point of view as it crosses some of the characteristic rock formations of the Dolomites and has some especially interesting viewpoints.

Difficulty: medium
464 m elevation gain
2h:43 min duration
Summer
From Passo Valparola to Sas de Stria
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia
The climb up to Sas de Stria starting from Valparola pass – start is near the museum Forte Tre Sassi - is a relatively easy hike, though a very interesting one. Here you find a great combination of unique landscapes and historical evidences.

During the moderately easy ascent, you have the possibility to follow the traces of the First World War, including trenches and a tunnel - Sas de Stria was a strategic position for the Austro-Hungarian troops. The summit of the Sas de Stria is than a great panoramic point over the Dolomite mountains.
Difficulty: medium
306 m elevation gain
0h:54 min duration
Long-Distance Hiking Paths
UNESCO Geotrail - 6. stage: from Puez mountain hut to Armentarola
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

The UNESCO Geotrail crosses in 10 stages the Dolomites of South Tyrol, where the walker will meet some of the nicest and most interesting mountainous group with a wonderful view.
This stage starts from Puez mountain hut to Armentarola.

Difficulty: medium
846 m elevation gain
6h:49 min duration
Summer
From Badia through the Armentara meadows
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

A relaxing walk from Badia surrounded by unspoilt nature. You walk through the Armentara meadows, famed for their abundance of flowers. No great effort is needed to walk in this idyllic and calm environment, through small groups of conifers and chalets built long ago.

Difficulty: easy
640 m elevation gain
4h:30 min duration
Summer
Walk from La Villa to the Lech da Sompunt Lake
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

An easy and enjoyable stroll between La Villa and Badia, through woods and meadows with views of the Sas dla Crusc/Sasso di Santa Croce mountain, Lavarella and Conturines mountains. This walk is suitable even for strollers.

Difficulty: easy
172 m elevation gain
2h:30 min duration
Summer
Mount Lagazuoi and the sites of the First World War in the Dolomites
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

The tunnels in the Lagazuoi mountain

A 1.5-hour hike through the open-air museum of Lagazuoi: the rock tunnel, a former battlefield between the former wartime enemies of Austria and Italy, has now become a symbol for peace and mutual understanding, a meeting point of the history of the province.

Difficulty: medium
720 m elevation gain
1h:45 min duration
Summer
Hike Corvara - Colfosco
Corvara, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

Easy walk from Corvara along the river to Hotel Bel Sit, passing through Pescosta to Colfosco and back to Corvara.

Difficulty: easy
182 m elevation gain
2h:30 min duration
Summer
Summer hike La Villa - Ruac - Corvara
Corvara, Dolomites Region Alta Badia
Pleasant and relaxing walk which starts in La Villa Alta, through meadows and pastures in the direction of Ruac, Funtanacia and Verda farms, dipping down to the bottom of the valley, and continue shaded by the trees alongside the river up to Corvara.
Difficulty: easy
156 m elevation gain
1h:23 min duration
Summer
Tru di tiers - on the trail of the wild animals
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia
On the Tracks of Wild Animals

Let the (treasure) hunt begin! A family-friendly trail where you’ll encounter many charming mountain animals, ready to share stories about their lives and habitats. At the end of the path, more surprises await you… or maybe even two: the emerald-green Lech Dlá Lé lake and a well-deserved reward for the young explorers who successfully complete the treasure hunt and collect all the stamps!

How does it work? After picking up the maps at Rifugio Lé hut, you can set off on the animal tracks – matching the stamps to each station – and, following the clues, collect the balls that lead to the treasure. Once both trails are completed, the young explorers can claim their well-earned prize at the starting hut.
Difficulty: easy
21 m elevation gain
0h:15 min duration
Summer
Discovering the legend of "The farmer of Corvara and the ogre"
Corvara, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

This six-hour trail between Corvara, La Villa and Badia immerses hiking fans in the stories of the farmer of Corvara and the ogre. Along the way, you will discover more about time-honored virtues from long ago, which are still relevant today.

Disocver the whole legend in the book: "Walking through an enchanted land" available in the tourist offices.



Difficulty: medium
902 m elevation gain
6h:01 min duration
Long-Distance Hiking Paths
Dolomites High Route no. 2
Brixen/Bressanone, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

The Dolomites High Route no. 2 was among the first of 10 “official” Dolomites High Routes to be described and signposted. The High Route is also known as the "way of the legends" as it passes through Dolomites mountains and valleys rich in myths and legends: for example the Odle group and the Sella group with the legends of the Ladin people or Feltre with the tales of ogres and witches. The multi-day excursion can be completed in several stages going from north to south. Starting point is Bressanone/Brixen, the quaint town of South Tyrol, rich in history. Arrival is the town of Feltre with the river Piave, witness of some of the tragic events of World War I. The route crosses three provinces, Bolzano, Trento and Belluno and 10 mountain groups (Plose, Pütia/Peitlerkofel, Odle/Geisler, Puez, Sella, Padon, Marmolada, Bocche, Pala, Feltre group), among which Plose, Padon and the Lusia-Bocche group are not part of the Dolomites. The Dolomites High Route no. 2 offers a nice variety of hiking and climbing and the chance to discover art and culture. So, for example, it is worth a visit the city of Bressanone with its museums and works of art and, not to forget, the many historical sites of World War I that you meet along the way.

Difficulty: difficult
11723 m elevation gain
59h:30 min duration
Summer
From Pederoa to the farms Picedac, Aiarëi and Costa back to Pederoa
La Val, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

From Pederoa, you'll immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the landscape. Your journey leads you towards Picedac, where you can behold La Val from an entirely new perspective – a sight that will leave you in awe.

But there's more: Your hike will take you through the charming hamlet of Grones to Costa. Once there, you'll follow the path along the river back to Pederoa, completing this enchanting circle.

The sense of tranquility and wonder will accompany you every step of the way, making this hike not just beautiful, but truly unforgettable.

Difficulty: medium
407 m elevation gain
3h:51 min duration
Summer
Excursion from San Cassiano to Badia through Santa Croce
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

This easy hike through flower-filled meadows, pastureland and woods between San Cassiano and Badia, passes along the feet of the Sas dla Crusc and presents wonderful views of the Marmolada, Sella massif, Puez and Sass de Pütia.

The unspoiled scenery, unique flora of the Dolomites and glimpses of game such as chamois and roe deer make this hike an unforgettable experience.

Difficulty: medium
544 m elevation gain
4h:30 min duration
Summer
Lakes path - Tru di lec
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

Walk in an unspoilt landscape, through thick woods and deep green meadows under the walls of the Gherdenacia plateau.

The trail brings you from Badia to the idyllic Lech Dlá Lunch and Lech da Sompunt lakes, shimmering emerald green.

Difficulty: easy
357 m elevation gain
2h:30 min duration
Summer
From La Val to Santa Barbara church
La Val, Dolomites Region Alta Badia
The little church of Santa Barbara, dating back to the 15th century, on the hills above the village of La Val in Alta Badia, is located in a very panoramic location. The inhabitants of this place still have very vivid memories of the history of the Lords of Rü: some centuries ago they buried money and precious jewellery near the church. Discover the legend of the most iconic village's place.
Difficulty: easy
0 m elevation gain
0h:30 min duration
Summer
Path of artists - Tru di artisć
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

Relaxing walk by the refreshing waters of the Gadera stream and through shady conifer woods, sloping gently uphill from La Villa to the enchanting village of San Cassiano at the feet of the Lavarela and Conturines peaks.

The "Tru di artisć", as the path of the artists is called in Ladin, is an open-air gallery that was inaugurated in summer 2011 and is regularly enriched with artworks by various artists from the Ladin valleys. The starting point of the exhibition is in La Villa in the neighbourhood of Altin. The approximately 3.5 km long path is closed to motorised traffic and winds along the Gadera River to the Museum Ladin Ursus ladinicus in San Cassiano.

As among the various artistic forms, poetry plays an essential role in addition to sculpture several panels have been erected along the path in this regard, presenting verses in Ladin language.

Difficulty: easy
239 m elevation gain
1h:34 min duration
Summer
From La Val to Corn
La Val, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

The characteristic rural landscapes of the valley will envelop you during the entire route. You will be immersed in the tranquillity of the area: as you look around you will be able to observe some of the most characteristic "viles" of Val Badia. Viles are the typical widespread rural settlements, composed of several farmhouses.

Continuing along the path, you will reach the Corn plateau, one of the few panoramic points from where you can see the village of San Vigilio on one side, and San Martin with the Pütia mountain in the background, on the other one.

Difficulty: medium
610 m elevation gain
3h:45 min duration
Long-Distance Hiking Paths
Tru di pra certified path
La Val, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

This trail has been certified by 'Europäisches Wandergütesiegel' (European Certification for hiking trails).

Once you have left the village centre, you will understand why La Val is called the village of Alpine meadows: green, well-kept meadows will constantly surround you during this hike. The man-made landscape between 1300 and 2000 metres above sea level developed through the hard work of our farming ancestors, which today is facilitated by the use of agricultural machinery. 

As the altitude increases, so does the consistency of the meadows: from meagre meadows to the larch meadows of Armentara. Along the route you will find wonderful viewpoints, a sulphurous water spring at Al Bagn and several refreshment points where you can refresh yourself with some of the delicious Ladin specialities that can satisfy every palate: try the typical bales (dumplings) or snack on a well-earned slice of strudel.

Every year, the non-competitive half-marathon 'Tru di pra' takes place on this route.

Difficulty: difficult
1713 m elevation gain
8h:37 min duration
Summer
From Badia to the sanctuary of La Crusc/S.Croce and back through the Armentara meadows
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

An extremely enjoyable excursion which, from the La Crusc/S.Croce sanctuary, takes you through the breathtaking Armentara meadows, renowned for their abundance of flowers. The panorama is wonderful with the Sas dla Crusc mountain which soars upwards and the magnificent view which extends from the Marmolada to the Grup dl Sela, from Puez-Odle to Pütia and out over Alta Badia’s verdant valley.

Difficulty: easy
71 m elevation gain
2h:45 min duration
Summer
Panoramic hike on the Pralongiá - Bioch – Arlara plateau
Corvara, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

The Pralongiá plateau above Corvara stands out as an island of green among the pale shades of the beautiful Dolomite rocks, gently diping plains take the palce of jagged peaks, with a sea of flowers and extensive terrain just perfect for hiking, with endless views.

Difficulty: easy
252 m elevation gain
2h:52 min duration
Summer
From the hut Ütia Gardenacia to the Col Plö Alt
Badia, Dolomites Region Alta Badia

The Ütia Gardenacia hut above La Villa is an excellent starting point for a number of different walks in its vicinity, to absorb the peace and quiet that still reigns in this area.

If you're lucky, you may even see the chamoix goats and marmot squirrels which, in the company of the cows and horses, thanks to the abundant and nutritious grass in the high mountain pastures.

Difficulty: medium
287 m elevation gain
2h:30 min duration
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