Carlo Gandini remembered a very different image from the one we might expect when thinking of one of the greatest climbers of his time. As a boy, walking home from school, he would often see a quiet old man sitting on the benches in Cortina, entirely unassuming, smoking his pipe. It was his friends who …
Antonio Dimai and Dolomites mountaineering history After exploring the great pioneering ascents of Paul Grohmann and Cortina’s first mountain guides, I would like to continue this journey through the history of mountaineering in the Dolomites. By the second half of the nineteenth century, the great summits had been climbed and it seemed there was little …
The Kaiserjäger Trail is one of the most interesting routes on Lagazuoi, a mountain deeply marked by the events of the First World War. Starting from Falzarego Pass, the trail climbs the south-western slopes of Piccolo Lagazuoi, partly following the old route used by Austro-Hungarian troops to reach and supply their positions higher up the …
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic gentle hike in Cortina, ideal for nature lovers looking for a leisurely walk. The “Giro di Pian de ra Spines” offers a perfect gentle hike in Cortina, set in the valley floor of Cortina d’Ampezzo. This loop trail features a moderate elevation gain and a well-marked path, ideal for those …
The ascent to Becco d’Ajal Despite being the lowest of the peaks surrounding Cortina, the ascent to Becco d’Ajal (1,845 m) is certainly noteworthy. This enormous crag that emerges from the dense and sometimes mysterious forests of Fedèra offers an unforgettable experience, perfect for a short summer outing away from the crowds.Moreover, climbing Becco d’Ajal …
Easy snowshoeing on Monte Piana Introduction If you’re looking for an easy snowshoeing adventure combined with sledding fun, exploring Monte Piana with snowshoes and sledding down to the valley is an excellent choice. Despite its name suggesting otherwise, the morphology of Monte Piana (2.324 m) doesn’t make it particularly suitable for climbing. However, it’s the …