A mountain range like no other
YYou can go hiking anywhere there are mountains. But that special sense of elation, that euphoria you feel as soon as you lace up your hiking boots, is perhaps something you’ll only experience in the Dolomites. Why is that? We set out to find out, asking our team, local mountain enthusiasts and our guests. Here’s what we discovered:
Dolce vita and alpine spirit
You’ll find this only in the Dolomites of South Tyrol: Italian flair and alpine charm blend to create an atmosphere unlike any other. When rural traditions meet the relaxed spirit of the south, and you can enjoy not only the world’s finest speck dumplings in a mountain hut but also an excellent espresso, you’ll know exactly what we mean.
Nature as an artist
These are the region’s iconic landmarks and the very embodiment of natural beauty: monuments carved from rock. For generations, the views of Sassolungo, Sasso Piatto, Monte Pez and Cima Santner have captivated visitors. The story of the Dolomites stretches far back in time: 250 million years ago, this region was a tropical sea. Over time, coral reefs gave rise to the rock now known as dolomite, named after the geologist Déodat de Dolomieu.
Versatile hiking paradise
A challenging climbing expedition or a leisurely walk with the children? In the Dolomites around Fil da Mont, you don’t have to choose. Whether you’re looking for an alpine adventure or simply a gentle walk of discovery, the area around Alpe di Siusi offers no fewer than 450 kilometres of hiking trails, from easy family routes to seriously challenging climbs. Best of all, many routes begin right on our doorstep.
Where legends are born
The list is long and impressive. From Paul Grohmann and Tita Piaz to Emilio Comici and the Messner brothers, countless climbers have earned legendary status in the Dolomites. Although the era of great alpine pioneering feats may be over, today’s generation of local climbers continues to create spectacular new routes. These often bear wonderfully imaginative names such as “Fingerkuppenexplosion”, “Sinnfresser” and “Schlafender Indianer”.
The Enrosadira
Every day, as the sun rises and sets, a remarkable spectacle unfolds: the pale mountains, as the Dolomites are also known, glow a deep red. In summer especially, when the sunsets linger for longer, it’s impossible not to marvel at this extraordinary display of colour. Little wonder, then, that countless legends and myths have grown up around this phenomenon, known as the Enrosadira.
