Alta Via Cortina through the Ampezzo Dolomites
A guided Dolomites traverse between Misurina, Sorapiss, Pelmo and Passo Giau
Alta Via Cortina is a Dolomites traverse specially designed by Globo Alpin. It begins in the Misurina area and deliberately stays away from the classic high routes and heavily visited day destinations.
Panoramic paths and quieter crossings initially lead towards Sorapiss and Antelao. Monte Pelmo later becomes the focal point before the final stages cross the broad high-mountain landscape of Mondeval to Passo Giau.
Rugged Dolomite walls alternate with quiet valleys, Alpine meadows and panoramic high trails. Nights are spent in selected rifugios and mountain accommodation, allowing the group to remain in the mountains for several consecutive days.
Duration | 7 days’ travel / 5 days’ walking |
Start | Toblach/Dobbiaco, Italy |
Accomodation | 4 nights in shared rooms or dormitories in mountain huts, 2 nights in a double room in a hotel |
Participants | 5–8 people |
Requirements | Challenging mountain walking, difficulty level 3/4 |
Languages | English, German, Italian |
Bookingcode | SWA0063 |
What to expect on this hiking tour
• A high-level route around Cortina
• Close views of Civetta, Monte Pelmo and Antelao
• Quieter paths away from the classic main routes
• Designed for experienced mountain hikers
• Selected rifugios and mountain inns
This trip is operated by Globo Alpin. Sörmland Outdoor presents the offer and directs guests to the tour operator for the binding booking. Prices, dates, route and included services may change; the Globo Alpin information valid at the time of booking applies.
Why hike the Alps with Sörmland Outdoor?
Itinerary
Start in Misurina
The walking route begins in Misurina. This is the starting point for a specially designed traverse of the Ampezzo Dolomites, which deliberately avoids the classic high-altitude trails and the most popular day-trip destinations.
Scenic mountain paths and quieter passes lead from Misurina towards Sorapiss and Antelao. Along the way, rugged Dolomite cliffs alternate with tranquil mountain valleys and open alpine pastures.
Around Monte Pelmo
As the trip progresses, the mighty Monte Pelmo takes centre stage. The group spends several days at a time in the mountains, staying overnight in selected rifugios and mountain lodges along the way.
Via Mondeval to Passo Giau
The final stages wind through the vast high-mountain landscape of Mondeval. Following scenic high-altitude trails, the route eventually reaches the Passo Giau.
Participants
5 Persons, max. 8
Price per Person
1355,00 €
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Requirements and level of difficulty
This trip is graded demanding mountain hiking, level 3 of 4. It is intended for experienced mountain hikers with good stamina who want to spend several consecutive days on Alpine trails.
Elevation and walking times
Elevation and walking times: approximately 800 to 1,200 vertical metres and 5 to 8 hours of walking per hiking day.
 | Detailed tour description and further information Tourdescription Alta Via Cortina EN.pdf (434.98KB) |
| Tourdescription Alta Via Cortina EN.pdf (434.98KB) |
Fitness
• Fitness for 5 to 8 hours of walking
• 800 to 1,200 vertical metres
• The general grade additionally states about 5 to 7 hours of pure walking time and 600 to 900 metres of ascent.
Technical requirements
• Demanding mountain hiking, grade 3 of 4
• Typical narrow, steeper and stony mountain paths up to T3; occasional short pathless sections
• A head for heights, good sure-footedness and experience above 2,000 metres in Alpine terrain
• Steeper downhill passages occur.
Weather, snow and trail conditions may require changes to the planned route, so every detail of the itinerary cannot be guaranteed.
What should you pack? Link here to the respective packing list.
Included services
• GLOBO ALPIN hiking guide
• 4 half-board nights in shared rooms/dormitories
• 2 half-board hotel nights in double rooms (single rooms are not available)
• Meeting point: arrival day at 19:00 at the accommodation
• First night at Kirchenwirt in Dobbiaco
• Programme briefing on the arrival day
• Pickup at Dobbiaco station for rail travellers
• Transfers from/to Dobbiaco
• 7 travel days, 5 walking days
• Climate contribution: €5
Accommodation and meals
4 nights in shared hut rooms or dormitories, 2 hotel nights in double rooms.
Simple mountain accommodation is part of the character of this hut tour. Shared rooms and dormitories offer less privacy than a hotel, but keep you in the mountains with the trail at the door.
Dates
SWA0063 4th to 10th July 2027
SWA0063 12th to 18thSeptember 2027
Meeting Point
Arrival day at 19:00 at the accommodation in Dobbiaco: Hotel Kirchenwirt, Aufkirchen 5, 39034 Toblach/Dobbiaco, Italy
About the region
Cortina d’Ampezzo lies within one of the Dolomites’ most impressive mountain landscapes. The specially designed Alta Via Cortina crosses the Ampezzo Dolomites and deliberately avoids the classic high routes and heavily visited day destinations. Misurina, Sorapiss, Antelao, Monte Pelmo, Mondeval and Passo Giau all feature in the published route. Rugged Dolomite walls alternate with quiet valleys, Alpine meadows, broad high-mountain scenery and panoramic trails. Civetta is another of the major peaks shaping the experience.
Downloads and further information
Why hike the Alps with Sörmland Outdoor
Alpine hiking FAQ
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Dolomites Dream Highlights
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