Via Ferrata Cortina: your modular program for via ferrata

Via Ferrata Cortina is a multi-day modular program around the amazing and famous Cortina d’Ampezzo area, part of the eastern Dolomites. Via Ferrata Cortina combine a large range of via ferratas: from easy and short perfect for beginners to extreme long and difficult for expert and trained hikers.
The focal point of the Via Ferrata Cortina proposal is the possibility to build your program in “tailor made”, to have your preferred number of days and your right grade of difficult, all with the maximal flexibility.
If you choose Via Ferrata Cortina as your via ferrata experience in the Dolomites, you will have your base camp in the Cortina area with the possibility to visit some cultural and historical attractions after the daily climbing sessions, but if you prefer a hut to hut via ferrata trek in the Dolomites, is possible to do it in different parts of the eastern and western area of Cortina.
Better at it, and with more flexibility at it. I can’t offer you!

FIRST STEP

The easy access at the Dolomites is the focal point of my town: Bolzano "the door of the Dolomites". Lear the best combination for your arrival and departure flight and the transfers by train or rental car, but... more important: ask me every logistical info you need. I'm here to help you to find the best solution.
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SECOND STEP

Before all you need have a general idea about the possibilities of via ferratas of the Cortina area, take your time to study the map here below (click the map to download the PDF file):

THE MODULAR “VIA FERRATA CORTINA” PROGRAM

Read below the description of the singles via ferratas of the Cortina area and some examples of possible via ferrata tours, then write me your idea of travel and your preferences.

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (A)

Via Ferrata Ettore Bovero – Col dei Bois

Approximate time: 5-6 hrs – Ascent: 1000 m – Grade: difficult

A short but “intense” via ferrata with medium-hight difficulty and a long approach. This climb follow in the last meters (and on the top) interesting structures and bunkers of the World War One.

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (B)

Via Ferrata Michielli Strobel – Pomagagnon

Approximate time: 6-7 hrs – Ascent: 1000 m – Grade: medium

The Via Ferrata Michielli – Strobel is one of the most classical via ferratas of the Cortina area. Located in a incredible panoramic position, this amazing climbing is a “must” for everybody. Very interesting is the long line of scree on the gully of the way back.

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (C)

Via Ferrata Zumeles – Third Cengia – Pomagagnon

Approximate time: 6-8 hrs – Ascent: 1100 m – Grade: medium

Similar of the near Via Ferrata Michielli-Strobel, the 3rd Cengia of Pomagagnon is a great panoramic via Ferrata with a long approach and way back. The particularity of this climbing is that follow the natural line of a long ledge (cengia).

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (D)

Via Ferrata Dibona – Cristallo

Approximate time: 8-9 hrs – Ascent: 1441 m – Grade: medium

In origin was the via Ferrata of the line of the front of the Italian troops, today is a extreme long via Ferrata very interesting to combine in two days with the near via Ferrata Bianchi. Along the track we continue to find bunkers, trenches and recovery structures of the war, some in very good conditions of conservation.

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (E)

Via Ferrata Bianchi – Cristallo

Approximate time: 3 hrs – Ascent: 250 m – Grade: medium

The logical continuation of the via Ferrata Dibona or… a nice and short day to climb the maximal elevation of the Cristallino d’Ampezzo.

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (F)

Via Ferrata Sci Club 18 – Faloria

Approximate time: 4 hrs – Ascent: 650 m – Grade: very difficult

The “Cortina answer” at in theme of the “new sport-climbing ferratas”, a funny and difficult climbing directy up of the Cortina town.

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (G)

Via Ferrata Punta Anna + Tofana di Mezzo

Approximate time: 4+3 hrs – Ascent: 800+400 m – Grade: medium

If you are ready for a very long via ferrata: “this is your target”! In facts the long crest of the Tofana di Mezzo is possible to divide in different section. The first section is named: “Via Ferrata Olivieri” and the most of people climbing it only it in 3-4 hrs, then is possible use the excape way to descend to the Rifugio Giussani. But if you are ready we can continue to the top…..

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (H)

Via Ferrata G. Lipella – Tofana di Rozes

Approximate time: 8-10 hrs – Ascent: 1400 m – Grade: medium

A very long via ferrata that climb the impressive and enormous west side of the Tofana di Rozes. The first part is into the spiral WW1 tunnel of the “Castelletto” and the exit arrive on the artillery positions of the “Tre dita”. Logically is only for trained hikers….

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (I)

Via Ferrata degli Alpini – Col de Bois

Approximate time: 4 hrs – Ascent: 450 m – Grade: medium

The best via ferrata for your first day in the Cortina area. In this via ferrata we can try and learn the climbing technic in different configurations and situations.

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (L)

Via Ferrata Kaiserjaeger + Lagazuoi Tunnels

Approximate time: 5-6 hrs – Ascent: 750 m – Grade: easy

The most classical via ferrata on easy grades. A authentic “historical visit” first at the Austrian troops path (Kaiserjaeger path) and second at the Italian tunnels of the great landmine. Don’t lost this occasion, it’s a unique experience!

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (M)

Via Ferrata Averau – Averau

Approximate time: 3 hrs – Ascent: 394 m – Grade: easy

The easier and shorter via ferrata of the Cortina area. Perfect for beginners at first experience and first day.

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (N)

Via Ferrata Sorapiss (complete traverse)

Approximate time: 2 days: 9 hrs + 7.30 hrs – Ascent: about 2000 m – Grade: medium/difficult

The complete traverse of the Sorapiss group is a 2 days tour for expert and trained hikers. A unforgettable landscape in very wild and isolated areas is the constant of this long traverse. This is a highlights target….

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (O)

Via Ferrata Innerkoflersteig – Paterno

Approximate time: 5-6 hrs – Ascent: 800 m – Grade: medium

The most classical via ferrata to visit the Lavaredo area and climb along the first line of the front of the WW1 with a impressive sequence of trenches and bunkers.

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (P)

Sentiero Bonacossa – Cadini di Misurina

Approximate time: 8 hrs – Ascent: 750 m – Grade: easy

The Via Ferrata Bonacossa is a long path with a sequence of short via ferrata section that we can combine in one or two days. In any case is easy but long and very nice for the internal views of this secondary group of mountains on the Cortina area.

Via Ferrata Cortina: proposal (Q)

Via Ferrata Tomaselli – Punta Fanes Sud

Approximate time: 6 hrs – Ascent: 600 m – Grade: difficult

The Via Ferrata Tomaselli at the Punta Fanes Sud is one of the most difficult via ferratas of this area. A great exposition with a constant athletic imprinting are the salient characteristics of this climbing. The central position on the mountains of Fanes, give at this via ferrata a fantastical panoramic position.

AND LAST…..

Some ideas of possible programs:

5 DAYS for beginners in progressive soft ferratas
Day1 – (M) Via Ferrata Averau
Day2 – (L) Via Ferrata Kaiserjaeger + Lagazuoi Tunnels
Day3 – (I) Via Ferrata degli Alpini
Day4 – (G) Via Ferrata Punta Anna + Tofana di Mezzo
Day5 – (E) Via Ferrata Bianchi (Cristallino d’Ampezzo)

5 DAYS for trained hikers in progressive long and difficult climbing
Day1 – (I) Via Ferrata degli Alpini
Day2 – (H) Via Ferrata G. Lipella
Day3 – (F) Via Ferrata Sci Club 18
Day4 – (G) Via Ferrata Punta Anna + Tofana di Mezzo
Day5 – (A) Via Ferrata Ettore Bovero – Col Rosà

And now think at your preferences and combined it with this large range of via ferrata….. I’m ready to discuss your request. write me!

EXPLANATION OF THE MODULAR PRICES SYSTEMS

You can choose two systems of services depending of your preferred organisation of travel: "All inclusive service" or only "Mountain Guide service" costs.
It depend if you have your accommodation in Cortina (1) where the via ferrata days are only a part of your travel, or if you arrive here for a finalised period (2) at the via ferrata and then continue your travel to one other area of Italy.
In the first case (1) is better to consider only the "Mountain Guide service" in the second case (2) is better the second: "All inclusive service".
As you can see my offer follow in flexible form every configuration of your travel organization:

PRICES FOR MOUNTAIN GUIDE SERVICE (**)

The best policy for pricing is the clarity and flexibility. Are you agree?

For this reason here below you find an extended explanation of the prices in one single sheet, based on the number of persons that compose your request.

The price is calculated per single person based on the total of participants.

Normally the reservation of the trek is personal (you or your friends) without other participants, but if you are agree the guide might suggest you to join another group or included someone to join your group. This could help you to save some costs and to share your adventure with other nice people.

In any case at the moment of reservation you can ask, as your prefer: to have a personal trek (without others participants), or to participate at one programmed group, or to accept other potential participants at your group.

The starting prices are for basic activities and depending on factors like logistics, time period of booking and time period of the activity. Once we receive your personal request we will ask some specific questions and sent you a dedicated and personalized offer.

(**) WHAT INCLUDED EVERY PRICE?

- Full time mountain guide service during the reserved days.

- All technical gear for climbing, as you need.

helmet, harness, kit for via ferrata, protective gloves for via ferrata, ice axe, crampons, trekking poles, etc...

PRICES FOR ALL INCLUSIVE SERVICE (*)

The best policy for pricing is the clarity and flexibility. Are you agree?

For this reason here below you find an extended explanation of the prices in one single sheet, based at the number of days and at the number of persons of your request.

Under the sheet is explained what is included in every price (accommodations, transfers, equipments, etc.).

Every price is consider per single person based at the composition of every single group that do the reservation.

At the moment of reservation you can ask to have a personal trek (without others participants) or to accept other potential participants.

If you accept others participants, the guide can combine more persons together of similar levels and it will apply, at every unity of reservation, 20 Euro discount for every day.

Choose your preferred combination of via ferrata trek here below:

(*) WHAT INCLUDED EVERY “ALL INCLUSIVE PRICE”?

- My personal suggestions for your vacation in Italy and for the travel logistics before and after the trek.

(this is a unique and valuable service: you can ask for help to best arrange any aspect of your vacation in Italy).

- Full time mountain guide service during the reserved days.

- Transportation during the trek.

with my car which holds a maximum of 6 people plus me, or other local transport like buses. (cableways are NOT included)

- The nights of lodging in the rifugios during the trek, with half board.

HB = bed + breakfast + dinner. (lunch and beverages are NOT included)

- 2 nights of lodging in Bolzano at a Bed-and-Breakfast, one night before and one after the trek.

B&B = bed and breakfast. (lunch, dinner, and beverages are NOT included).

- All technical gear for climbing, as you need.

helmet, harness, kit for via ferrata, protective gloves for via ferrata, ice axe, crampons, trekking poles, etc.

Note: How reduce the costs?

If you are independent with your rental car and don't use the overnights in Bolzano the night before and/or after the tour, the prices will be reduced proportionally.

WRITE HERE THE DETAILS OF YOUR REQUEST: