Combine a scenic hike, world-class rock climbing, and a traditional merenda lunch in one unforgettable day beneath the iconic Cinque Torri. With a certified UIAGM/IFMGA guide, beginners and experts can scale superb Dolomite limestone at around 2,200m / 7,218', then refuel with local specialties at a traditional rifugio before a relaxed chairlift descent to Bai de Dones.
Highlights
- Hike through forests and meadows to the legendary Cinque Torri climbing area
- Climb on world-famous Dolomite limestone with a certified UIAGM/IFMGA guide
- Perfect for all levels, from first-time climbers to experienced enthusiasts
- Enjoy a traditional merenda or light lunch at a spectacular rifugio
- Descend comfortably by chairlift with panoramic views back to Bai de Dones
Itinerary
The Cinque Torri rise above the Falzarego Pass at approximately 2,200m / 7,218', forming a stunning natural amphitheater beneath the Averau massif. Dozens of pinnacles, spires, and towers create a vast limestone playground with hundreds of routes — from gentle introductory pitches for families and beginners to demanding lines for skilled climbers.
You'll begin on a scenic path from Bai de Dones, hiking through forests and alpine meadows to the dramatic base of the towers. Your certified UIAGM/IFMGA guide selects routes tailored to your experience, coaching movement, rope work, and safety. Between climbs, you'll discover this area is both a climbing paradise and a living WWI museum. Restored trenches and observation posts from the Italian-Austro-Hungarian front line still thread through the rocks below the routes.
After your time on the wall, enjoy a well-earned merenda, or light lunch, at a renowned rifugio with sweeping views. Then sit back and let the chairlift carry you back down. Browse the full program and start planning your Cinque Torri climbing day today, or explore our other daily climbing adventures.
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Day 1
Cinque Torri Hike & Rock Climbing Day in the Dolomites
Today is an active day combining a scenic mountain hike with rock climbing beneath the legendary Cinque Torri. Suitable for beginners, families, and experienced climbers, you'll be accompanied by a local English-speaking UIAGM/IFMGA-certified mountain guide the whole time. This experience blends a beautiful hike through forest and meadow with either an introduction to climbing or an opportunity to refine your skills on the Dolomite limestone, followed by a well-earned light lunch at a traditional rifugio and a comfortable chairlift descent back to the valley. Take your pick from hundreds of routes at approximately 2,200m / 7,218' in a spectacular setting.
(~1.5 hours hiking, 2,6 km / 1,6 miles, 310m / 1,017' ascent. Climbing duration tailored to group.)
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Hike – Easy to ModeratePerfect for those who want a relaxed pace but still some exercise, also suitable for families with children. Hikes range from 2-4 hours per day, averaging 6-10 km / 4-6 miles, with modest elevation gains of 150-300m / 500-1,000'. Terrain is gentle to rolling, including dirt roads and single-track trails with gravel, stones, or roots. A leisurely pace with stops at villages and historic sites. Options for transfers by private or public transport.
Necessary Equipment – Provided by Dolomite360 on request
- Helmet
- Climbing harness
- Climbing shoes
- Climbing ropes included
The equipment listed above may be included or available for an additional fee based on your selected itinerary. Please refer to the "What's included" section for more details.
Necessary Equipment – Not Provided
Footwear
- Lightweight or mid-weight hiking boots (waterproof, sturdy, with ankle support - helpful for the approach phase)
- For Glacier trips: sturdy boots that accept crampons are required
Clothing
- Long-sleeved synthetic or cotton shirt
- Short-sleeved synthetic or cotton T-shirts
- Regular underwear (synthetics recommended)
- Medium-weight synthetic jacket
- Quick-drying full-length pants
- Shorts
- Lightweight Gore-Tex or equivalent rain/wind jacket and pants
- Baseball cap or wide-brimmed sun hat
- Bandanna
Gear
- Daypack (20L for hotel-based trips; 35L for hut-to-hut trips)
- Waterproof backpack cover
- Water bottle (1-1.5 quart) or hydration system
- Climbing magnesium powder
Accessories
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) and lip balm
- Personal first-aid kit
- Toiletry kit
- Lightweight socks (liner socks and synthetic athletic socks)
- Silk sleeping bag liner (required for rifugio dormitory accommodation)
- Small amount of laundry detergent for handwashing (if staying the night in a rifugio)
- Ziploc bags for organization
Optional but Useful
- Gloves and warm hat (for high-altitude hikes)
- 3/4-finger leather gloves (for via ferrata)
- Ace bandage or brace for knee/ankle support
- Spare prescription glasses or contact lenses
- Camera with extra batteries or charger
- Swimsuit (some hotels have pools and saunas)
- Casual clothes for evenings
Recommended Equipment
Telescopic trekking poles (helpful for the approach phase)
What You Need to Know
Layering for Mountain Weather Summer temperatures can hit 80°F / 25°C in the valleys but drop to 60°F / 15°C on summits during the day and as low as 30°F / 0°C in the evening. Layer up with synthetic fabrics like polypropylene or Capilene®—they wick moisture and dry fast. Wool or wool/synthetic blends work too. Always pack rain gear; mountain weather changes fast.
Footwear Tips Break in new boots before your trip. Pack blister protection like Band-Aid Blister Block—even old shoes can cause trouble on long days.
Trekking Poles Recommended for those that need knee support on descents and added stability.
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