Guidebook to 25 multi day walks in the Dolomites mountains of northeast of Italy. The walks are mostly circular and 2 to 4 days long, and take in the Marmarole, Marmolada, Civet, Sella and Cortina Dolomites among others. Includes notes on accommodation, wildlife, transport, equipment, a glossary and other practical information. Cicerone says: This guidebook describes 25 hut-to-hut treks in the Dolomites of northern Italy, covering 15 regions including Cortina, Sella, Sesto, Marmolada and Latemar. Ranging from 11.3km to 40.8km and from two to four days, the graded routes are suitable for walkers with a reasonable level of fitness and experience of mountain terrain, and some feature exposed sections which demand a good head for heights. They take advantage of the region’s network of mountain refuges and efficient public transport system, with the majority of routes accessible by public bus. Detailed route description is presented alongside mapping and stunning colour photography and the guide also suggests alternative access and exit routes, and options for linking routes to create a longer trek. There is plenty of helpful advice to help make the most of a trip as well as background information on the region’s geology, plants and wildlife and local cuisine. The Dolomites a UNESCO World Heritage Site are characterised by striking volcanic and sedimentary rock formations. Walking is an ideal way to discover this breathtaking landscape of angular peaks, towering pinnacles and jagged ridges, and the carefully chosen routes in this guide will exhilarate, challenge and inspire. Our Verdict For nearly 50 years Cicerone have been producing guidebooks on recognised treks, regions, areas and general tips for hikers. We have used them countless times and they’ve always provided excellent insight and knowledge that you only get through experience, giving you the edge to make your trip a success and more enjoyable too. If you’re a gram counter you can easily remove sections of the book to take with you making your own ultra-lightweight guidebook with only the essential sections that you require. – Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear Features Seasons: Mid-June to late September, when the majority of the refuges are open. Peak Italian holiday time is August, especially around 15th August Centres: Main centres for the Dolomites include Cortina, Belluno, Selva di Cadore, Arabba, La Villa, Selva, Bressanone, Dobbiaco, Canazei Difficulty: Moderate and challenging routes, including some mountain traverses involving scrambles and exposure Must See: Spotting your first chamois, marmot or Ibex. The majestic Marmolada and Pelmo, the towering Civetta, and the Cinque Torre (now only four of them!) Specifications Edition: Third Number of pages: 288 Size: 17.2 x 11.6 x 1.6cm Weighs 330g Contents Introduction The Dolomites Geology Plants and flowers Wildlife Getting there Local transport Information When to go Accommodation Food and drink What to take Waymarking and maps Dos and donts Emergencies Using this guideDolomiti FriulaneWalk 1 Anello delle Dolomiti FriulaneMarmaroleWalk 2 Along the MarmaroleDolomiti di SestoWalk 3 Vallon PoperaWalk 4 Tre Cime tourWalk 5 Tre Scarperi tourFanesSenesBraiesWalk 6 Croda Rossa tourWalk 7 Sasso della CroceCunturinesCortina DolomitesWalk 8 TofaneLagazuoiWalk 9 NuvolauCinque TorriWalk 10 Croda da LagoPelmoCivettaWalk 11 Civetta tourDolomiti BellunesiWalk 12 Cime de Zita traverseWalk 13 Alpi FeltrinePale di San MartinoWalk 14 PalarondatrekWalk 15 Over the Pale di San MartinoMarmoladaWalk 16 Behind the MarmoladaSellaWalk 17 Sella traversePuezOdleWalk 18 Around the PuezOdle AltopianoWalk 19 Odle di EoresSassopiattoSassolungoWalk 20 SassopiattoSassolungo tourSciliar and CatinaccioWalk 21 SciliarAntermoia traverseWalk 22 Catinaccio loopLatemarWalk 23 Latemar traverseDolomiti di BrentaWalk 24 Western BrentaWalk 25

Guidebook to 25 multi day walks in the Dolomites mountains of northeast of Italy. The walks are mostly circular and 2 to 4 days long, and take in the Marmarole, Marmolada, Civet, Sella and Cortina Dolomites among others.