Photo Albums » Italy - Dolomites 2007
In September 2007 we spent a week in the Dolomites, based in the very chic resort town of Cortina, about 2 hours north of Venice (we were in a very chic tent). We had come to try out our newly acquired climbing skills on some of the region's via ferrate (protected climbing routes). Many date back to the first World War, constructed to move Italian troops secretly through the mountains. Now, they serve a quite different purpose, providing an adrenaline rush for an ever-increasing numbers of adventurous Europeans in the summer season.
Part 1: Routes around Misurina
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| Date added: 23.02.2008
Misurina, a small village tucked away in the mountains north of Cortina, was our first and last port of call. People come here to view one of the most famous sights in the Dolomites, Tre Cime di Lavadero, a trio of huge limestone towers.
Part 2: The Sorapiss Circuit
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| Date added: 23.02.2008
The Sorapiss Group is particularly wild considering its close proximity to Cortina. A popular circuit around the mountain takes two days, staying overnight at an Alpine Club hut in a beautiful location. It's quite a tough undertaking and includes 2 via ferrate.
Part 3: Tofane, Cristallo and Other Routes
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| Date added: 23.02.2008
A collection of photos from our daily excursions from Cortina to some of the fantastic mountain groups nearby: walks in the Tofane and Nuvolau mountains, an overnight stay at 3000m on the Cristallo ridge and the summit of Punta Fiames.
