Rock Climbing in the Dolomites
Season
May through November
Group size
1-4/private lessons are available
Skill level
Beginner to advanced
Duration
1-5+ days
Price range
€350-€790/person
Limestone, via ferrata, and enough routes to last a lifetime
The Dolomites are not your average, ordinary, everyday rock climbing spot. The area’s distinctive spires, needles, ledges, towers, plateaus, and crags — not least to mention its historical significance during the First World War and unique cultural history — stood out so much so that UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 2009. And then there’s the climbing. Part of the Southern Limestone Alps and shared by the provinces of Bulluno, South Tyrol and Trentino, the Dolomites are home to three disciplines of climbing: traditional climbing, sport climbing and via ferrata.
The ratings for trad and sport are conservative, to say the least, so make sure you warm up some before tackling the harder stuff, like the Comici Route on the North Face of Cima Grande di Lavaredo (5.10b). Easier going initial climbs are the Arete of the Thumb (5.5) on Cinque Dita, Sassolungo, or the Dimai route on Punta Flames (5.6) or the south arete of the Falzarego Tower (5.5), both in Cortina. There are thousands of routes to climb, certainly enough to merit a return trip. We know when we first climbed the Dolomites, we couldn’t wait to get back.
Most popular packages and classes in the Dolomites
Rock climbing in the Dolomites
Spend the day climbing an objective of your choice, or letting your guide surprise you with something perfectly situated for your skill set. Whether you want to climb in Cortina, Alta Badia, Sella Pass or Catinaccio in Fassa Valley, you’re going to have an unforgettable climbing trip with your IFMGA guide.
Climbing Dolomites: Customized Programs
With so much to climb and so little, don’t be overwhelmed with options! This customized trip includes transportation, guiding service, rifugios, gear, and other lodgings — of course, your IFMGA guide too! You and your guide will tailor-make your itinerary. Start with the basics at the Sella Pass and move on to the Vajolet Towers, Great Pordoi Peak, the Sass de Stria, Falzarego, and more — all depending on the length of your stay.
Dolomites Alpine Rock Climbing
Based out of the Sella Pass area or possibly Cortina, this is an amazing opportunity to spend a week or more exploring multi-pitch climbs until your heart’s content. Regardless of your skill level, there’s something for everyone — from low-grade 5th class to technical routes well into 5.10. This is an all-inclusive package and a great way to explore the culture and climbing in the Dolomites.
Who should climb the Dolomites
The Dolomites are worth going out of your way for. There are all levels of accessible grades, and the area itself is worth a visit at least once in a lifetime.
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