Aerial top view from drone to wonderful alpine landscape and meadows at Pass Gardena with majestic Sella mountain group in Dolomiti. Alps, South Tirol, Dolomites mountains, passo di Val Gardena, Italy
Lago Fedaia (Fedaia Lake), Fassa Valley, Trentino Alto Adige, an artificial lake and a dam near Canazei city, located at the foot of Marmolada massif. Fedaia Lake is the Province of Belluno, Italy.
Road across Serrai di Sottoguda gorge, Marmolada
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Marmolada Circuit Hiking Tour

5 days / 4 nights

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Walk around the Queen of the Dolomites on a 5-day journey through the Marmolada region, following historic trails, alpine valleys, and panoramic ridges.

Starting point

Malga Ciapela

Finish point

Corvara

Season

From June to September

Technical level

3/5

Fitness level

3/5

Tour type

Hut-to-Hut

Highlights

  • Walk beneath the dramatic south face of Marmolada
  • Hike the panoramic Viel del Pan balcony trail
  • Pass the WWI German War Memorial at Passo Pordoi
  • Enjoy views over the turquoise waters of Lake Fedaia
  • Explore the spectacular Serrai di Sottoguda gorge
  • Finish your journey in the alpine village of Corvara

What’s included in the price?

Self-guided

2 nights in traditional mountain huts with half-board
2 nights in a 3- or 4-star hotel with breakfast
Digital guidebook with itinerary, route instructions, and practical information
GPS navigation with an easy-to-use app
Tour design and organization
Service and support during your hike

NOT INCLUDED

Gondola ticket
Tourist tax

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

Airport transfer
Hotel upgrades
Private rooms in huts (if available)
Single supplement

What to bring to the tour

  • Hiking shoes/boots
  • 25 to 45-liter backpack
  • Base layer
  • Sports T-shirts
  • Hiking shorts
  • Hiking water-repellent pants
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Midlayer
  • Sports socks and underwear
  • Leisurewear for evenings
  • Down jacket
  • Gloves
  • Shade hat/cap
  • Warm headwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Headlamp
  • Hiking poles
  • ID card or passport
  • Snacks
  • Cash
  • Water bottles or hydration pack
  • Sleeping liner
  • Toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Small first aid kit

Towering limestone walls, high alpine passes, and wide panoramic trails define the landscapes around Marmolada. On this hiking tour, you will explore the region surrounding Marmolada, the highest peak in the Dolomites, pass the turquoise waters of Lake Fedaia, and walk below Passo Pordoi and the Piz Boè area, surrounded by dramatic alpine scenery.

The Dolomites in northern Italy are known for their pale limestone towers, high mountain passes, and traditional alpine villages. The region is also deeply connected to history, with remnants of World War I still visible in places such as Passo Pordoi, where monuments and historic routes recall the former mountain front.

This tour focuses on the landscapes surrounding Marmolada, often called the Queen of the Dolomites. Along the way, you can optionally take the cable car to the summit of Marmolada for a spectacular 360° panorama, or explore the nearby Serrai di Sottoguda gorge, where a path winds between narrow rock walls and waterfalls.

The itinerary is flexible and can easily be combined with other hiking tours in the Dolomites, shortened, or adapted to finish in another nearby valley, depending on your travel plans.

We will arrange all the essentials for your trip, including carefully selected accommodation, a digital guidebook with GPS navigation, and local tips to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey through the Dolomites.

Frequently Asked Questions

Although hiking in light rain is manageable as long as proper attire is worn, it is crucial to note that hiking during a storm can be extremely dangerous. It is recommended to schedule hikes early in the day during the summer months to avoid thunderstorms. However, if the forecast predicts severe weather, it is best to reschedule, or we can advise you on a different tour option.

It depends on the tour, as some routes run well above 2000 or even 2500 meters of elevation. Therefore, they are impassable in snowy conditions, limiting the visiting season to the summer and early autumn days between late June and early October.

However, some of our holidays keep to lower elevations, so hiking in early spring or late autumn is still possible. You can read more extensively about it on our subpage about the Dolomites.

All the accommodations offer vegetarian and vegan options for breakfast. You also will not have any trouble finding such menus at restaurants. When you eat at mountain huts, though, they might not serve vegan meals. In such cases, it is best to bring your own food.

Our hiking holidays are suitable for children as long as they are prepared physically and sure-footed. To ensure the safety and enjoyment of young participants, we recommend that they be at least eight years old to join the tours.

While our tours are designed to suit a wide range of people, some days can include long distances with substantial elevation gain. We try to keep this to a minimum while preserving the overall quality of your experience, but you should be used to walking for 4-6 hours while overcoming around 600 meters of elevation.

We also try to route our walks in the vicinity of cable cars and chairlifts to shorten your climbs or help you descend in case of fatigue.

Shoes are an essential piece of equipment when walking in the Dolomites. We suggest you wear sturdy hiking shoes with ankle support for all our tours, as the ground in the Dolomites is uneven, sometimes rocky, and slippery. Therefore, you risk a severe injury if you wear sneakers, especially if you are not used to hiking on such terrain.

The car might offer you slightly more flexibility and freedom, but it is not necessary to come by car, as public transport is well-organized in the Dolomites and the entire Alps. Even traveling across different countries is very convenient. Be it by bus or train — you can reach virtually any destination in the Dolomites using public transport.

Additionally, you will promote sustainable tourism by reducing your carbon footprint, and we are all for keeping the environment of the Dolomites as untouched as possible.

Keep in mind that the Dolomites are one of the most popular tourist destinations all year round, and all accommodations are subject to availability. Therefore, early booking is crucial to ensure the housing you desire, but we will always do our best to get you the optimal lodging based on your preferences.

All available guidance options

Self-guided

Are you looking for a good adventure and limitless flexibility? Then you should try out a self-guided tour, perfect for independent explorers who want to set their own pace. Without the need to stick to a group schedule, you’re free to linger at scenic viewpoints while the logistics are taken care of in advance.

Hassle-Free

We handle route planning, accommodations, transfers, and anything else you prefer not to deal with, so you can enjoy a carefree hike.

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from 975 € /person
Join one of our carefully curated walking holidays in the Dolomites, hiking through the scenic landscape of limestone mountains and green meadows.

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