At the heart of dolomites, there is a mountain that changes the scale of the landscape.
It can be seen from the Sella massif, the ridges of the Val di Fassa, the Arabba alpine pastures, or the roads that cross the passes of the central Dolomites. A long, pale wall, often capped with snow, dominates the surrounding peaks. On its northern slope stretches a mass of ice, now a rare sight in these mountains. To the south, a rock face several kilometers long drops almost vertically towards the Ombretta valley.
It's here Marmolada.
Marmolada/Marmolèda, in its Ladin form, has long been nicknamed the Queen of the Dolomites, the Queen of the DolomitesThe title is not merely poetic. Its main peak, the Punta Penia, reached 3 meters above sea level, making it the highest point of the entire Dolomites range.
But the Marmolada is much more than a summit.
It's a border mountain, situated between Trentino and Veneto, between Val di Fassa and Agordino. A mountain marked by the history of mountaineering, by the battles of the First World War, and by the presence of the largest glacier in the Dolomites. A mountain where you can ascend to over 3,200 meters by cable car, visit a war museum at nearly 3,000 meters altitude, ski on a twelve-kilometer slope, or walk along the shores of Lake Fedaia facing the glaciers.
Its massif has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Dolomites since 2009. An interesting geological feature, Moreover, the Marmolada is not made up of typical dolomite which gave its name to the Dolomites: its massif combines, in particular, light-colored limestones, known as Marmolada limestone, with formations of volcanic origin. It thus forms, in the very heart of the Dolomites, a unique geological and landscape universe.
This iconic mountain offers surprises to those who take the time to explore it.
so here's ten things to know about the Marmolada before setting off to meet the highest mountain in the Dolomites.
1. The Marmolada is the highest mountain in the Dolomites
A long ridge culminating at 3,343 meters
When people talk about the Marmolada, they often imagine a single peak. The reality is different. The massif forms a long ridge oriented generally from west to east, punctuated by several peaks exceeding 3,000 meters.
The high point is the Punta Peniain 3 meters above sea levelIt overlooks Punta Rocca, which reaches 3,309 meters, Punta Ombretta, at 3,230 meters, then Monte Serauta and Pizzo Serauta, which also exceed 3,000 meters.
This altitude places the Marmolada above all other peaks in the Dolomites. Antelao reaches 3,264 meters, Tofana di Mezzo 3,244 meters, Monte Cristallo 3,221 meters, Sassolungo/Langkofel 3,181 meters and Monte Pelmo 3,168 meters.
But the Marmolada's dominance isn't measured solely in meters. Its relative isolation and significant prominence allow it to'to be visible from a large part of the central Dolomites'Its silhouette appears above the passes, between two peaks of the Sella or behind the high-altitude meadows, often recognizable by the long light band of its glacier.
The contrast between its two sides is striking. To the north, the mountain descends by glacial slopesrelatively open towards the Passo Fedaia. To the south, it forms a gigantic rock wall which drops nearly 800 meters towards the Ombretta valley. This wall has been one of the great adventure playgrounds of Dolomite mountaineering.
The first ascent of Punta Penia was achieved in 1864 by the Austrian mountaineer Paul Grohmann, accompanied by guides Angelo and Fulgenzio Dimai. This event belongs to the pioneering period during which the great peaks of the Dolomites were gradually explored and climbed.

Is it possible to climb to the summit of the Marmolada?
Here, we must distinguish between two very different experiences.
The Marmolada cable car doesn't go directly to the main summit. From Malga Ciapela, around 1 meters above sea levelThree successive sections allow you to reach Coston d'Antermoja, at 2,350 meters, Serauta, at 2,950 meters, then Punta Rocca, whose upper station is located at 3 265 meters.
La montée It only requires about twelve minutes of actual travel time. In less than a quarter of an hour, you can go from the bottom of the Val Pettorina to the world of the very high mountains.
À Punta RoccaA panoramic terrace offers views of the Dolomites. There is also a caves housing a statue of the Virgin, consecrated in 1979 by Pope John Paul II, then still Cardinal Karol Wojtyła.
Punta Penia, on the other hand, remains a a true mountaineering summit.
The normal route crosses the Marmolada Glacier. It requires the use of crampons, an ice axe, a harness, and rope equipment suitable for glacier travel. Another option is to climb the via ferrata on the western ridge, a historic but long and challenging route.
At 3,343 meters, the summit holds one last surprise: the Capanna Punta Penia, one of the highest mountain huts in the DolomitesThe building is located almost exactly on the highest point. After several hours of walking on the glacier or the via ferrata, it is therefore possible to have a hot drink or a meal while enjoying a panoramic view that encompasses a large part of the Eastern Alps.
2. From the Marmolada, one can discover one of the most expansive panoramas of the Dolomites
A balcony at an altitude of over 3,200 meters
The cabin door opens and, for a few seconds, the cold is a surprise.
Even in the height of summer, the air is nothing like that of Malga Ciapela. The temperature has dropped, the wind blows freely across the ridge, and the light seems brighter. The landscape is no longer composed of valleys, forests, and villages. It has become almost entirely barren.
From the terrace of Punta Rocca, at 3,265 metersThe Marmolada offers one of the most extensive panoramas in the Dolomites.
Just a few kilometers away stands the Sella massif, an immense rocky fortress whose upper plateaus and surrounding valleys are clearly visible. Further on, the Sassolungo/Langkofel and the Sasso Piatto/PlattkofelTo the southwest, the peaks of the Catinaccio/Rosengarten and Latemar.
Looking east, the eye encounters the silhouettes of theAntelaus, Pelmo, Owl and TofansIn clear weather, particularly after the passage of a cold front or on certain autumn days, the horizon extends well beyond the Dolomites.
This situation primarily allows us to understand the geography of these mountains.
From the valleys, the mountain ranges often seem isolated from each other. You move from one to the other by crossing passes, descending into wooded valleys and then climbing back up towards new landscapes.
From the Marmolada, the organization of the territory suddenly becomes legible.
We can distinguish the large rocky citadels, the valley corridors, and the mountain passes that separate them. Pordoi Pass appears between the Marmolada and the Sella. Fedaia Pass stretches directly under the mountain. Further on, the Sella Pass and the Passo Gardena/Grödner Joch they outline the great gateways to the heart of the Dolomites.
The contrast between the north and south sides of the mountain is equally spectacular.
To the north, the glacier descends towards Lake Fedaia and the landscapes of Val di Fassa. To the south, the view plunges down above the immense wall of the Marmolada, several hundred meters high.
However, the view is never guaranteed.
At this altitude, clouds can envelop the mountain in minutes. sea of clouds It can hide all the valleys while the peaks emerge like islands. A summer storm can make the landscape disappear and transform the temperature in moments.
That's why a climb to the Marmolada deserves to be planned according to the weather. The early hours of the day generally offer the best chances of visibility and allow you to enjoy softer light on the surrounding mountains.

3. The Marmolada glacier is the largest glacier in the Dolomites
A glacier that has become a symbol of the fragility of the high mountains
From the Passo Fedaia, the glacier occupies the entire northern slope of the Marmolada.
Or rather, he used to occupy it.
In old photographs, an immense white mass descends towards the valley. The glacial tongue is thick, continuous, and riddled with crevasses. Today, the ice has retreated towards the upper reaches of the mountain. Vast expanses of gray rock have appeared, and the glacier has broken into several ice bodies.
The Marmolada glacier remains the largest and most iconic of the Dolomites' glaciers. But it is inaccurate to present it as the only remaining glacier in the Dolomites A scientific study published in 2025 still counted nine glaciers in 2023, with the fragmentation of the Marmolada bringing the number of distinct glacial bodies to twelve. It is therefore preferable to refer to the main glacier of the Dolomites, and not the last one.
Its decline is nonetheless spectacular.
Scientific observations of the glacier date back to the late 19th century. Since measurements began, the glacier front has retreated by more than a kilometer. This retreat has accelerated sharply in recent decades due to rising temperatures, insufficient snowfall in some winters, and a succession of exceptionally hot summers.
A study published in the scientific journal the cryosphere in 2025 shows that the glaciers of the Dolomites have lost approximately 56% of their surface area between the 1980s and 2023The Marmolada alone represents approximately 66% of the ice volume loss observed throughout the Dolomites during this period.
The glacier has become a huge climate indicator.
Each summer, newly discovered rocks bear witness to the retreat of the ice. Objects, military equipment, and sometimes human remains dating from the First World War reappear.
But the event that profoundly marked the recent memory of the mountain occurred on 3th July 2022 .
That day, part of the glacier broke off near Punta Rocca. An avalanche of ice, snow, and rocks hurtled down the mountain at great speed. Eleven people lost their lives.
Since this catastropheThe perception of the Marmolada has changed. The mountain remains accessible, frequented by climbers and skiers, but glacial conditions must be assessed with particular care. Routes can change rapidly, and the accompaniment of a high-mountain guide is strongly recommended for those not fully experienced in glacier travel.
Le Marmolada glacier It is therefore no longer just a spectacular element of the landscape. It has become one of the places where the current transformations of the Alps are most visible.

4. The Marmolada was a frontier and one of the most extraordinary fronts of the First World War
War at an altitude of over 3,000 meters
When you watch skiers gliding down the slopes of the Marmolada or hikers walking around the Passo Fedaia today, it's hard to imagine that this mountain was, for many years, a battlefield.
Before 1915, the Marmolada was located on the border between the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the Kingdom of Italy.
When Italy entered World War I in May 1915, this border became a military front.
The Italian soldiers occupied several positions on the ridges and the southern slope. The Austro-Hungarian troops notably defended the northern slope and the positions on the glacier.
The war that took place here was radically different from that of the European plains.
It was necessary to transport men, weapons, ammunition and materials to an altitude of nearly 3,000 meters. The soldiers lived in barracks clinging to the rocks, in galleries dug into the mountain and in positions exposed to avalanches.
Le cold sometimes constituted an enemy more dangerous than opposing armies.
Temperatures could plummet, often to -30 degrees Celsius. Storms immobilized units for several days. Avalanches swept away entire groups of soldiers.
One of the deadliest episodes took place on 13th December 1916, during what is sometimes called the White FridayAfter heavy snowfall, a gigantic avalanche buried the Austro-Hungarian positions at Gran Poz. Several hundred soldiers were killed.
But the Marmolada is most famous for an almost unimaginable military achievement: the Citta di Ghiaccio, the City of Ice.
To protect soldiers from Italian fire and avalanches, the Austrian engineer Leo Handl developed a network of tunnels dug directly into the glacier.
Gradually, this infrastructure became a veritable underground city.
The tunnels connected the military posts. They contained dormitories, kitchens, ammunition depots, command posts, and even areas for medical care.
The network is said to have reached several kilometers.
Inside the glacier, the soldiers were protected from bombing, but lived in constant humidity and near-zero temperatures.
When the war ended, the Ice City was abandoned.
The glacier continued its natural movement. The tunnels deformed, collapsed, and then gradually disappeared.
Today, almost nothing visible remains. But the retreating ice regularly reveals objects that belonged to the soldiers: weapons, shoes, tools, letters and military equipment.
The Marmolada has thus become one of the most impressive places of memory war in the high mountains.

5. At 2,950 meters lies one of the highest museums in Europe
The Museo Marmolada Grande Guerra 3000 M
The cable car leaves Malga Ciapela, crosses the forests and then quickly reaches the rocky slopes.
After a first stop at Coston d'Antermoja, the cabin continues towards Serautain 2 meters above sea level.
This is where the Museo Marmolada Grande Guerra 3000 M.
His situation is exceptional.
The museum Marmolada Grande Guerra It is located directly on one of the sites where the battles of the First World War took place. A few hundred meters from the exhibition halls, galleries, military positions and traces of the fighting can still be found.
The current museum was completely renovated and opened in 2015, on the occasion of the centenary of Italy's entry into the war.
The visit provides an understanding of the extraordinary conditions in which the soldiers lived on the Marmolada.
The collections feature uniform, poor, personal items, photographs, documents and amenities found in the mountain or returned by the glacier.
But the museum's main interest lies in the way it tells the story of the war.
It's not just about explaining battles or army movements. The tour emphasizes the daily lives of soldiers.
- How to survive at nearly 3,000 meters?
- How to transport food?
- How to build shelters?
- How to evacuate the injured?
- How could one endure several winter months in an environment where avalanches, cold, and storms could kill more people than fighting?
Reconstructions and documents also help to understand how the Ice City.
From the museum, it is possible to access an outdoor route when conditions permit.
La Zona Monumentale Sacra di Punta Serauta retains Italian positions, trenches, galleries and several military locations.
The route takes place in high mountain terrain. It requires appropriate footwear and should only be attempted when weather conditions permit.
The contrast between the landscape and the history is striking.
From the military positions, the view today extends to some of the most beautiful mountains in the Dolomites. A century ago, men observed exactly the same panorama, but lived under bombardment and in anticipation of an attack or an avalanche.
The museum is usually accessible with the cable car ticket during the cable car's operating hours. Schedules vary between summer and winter and should be checked before boarding.
6. Lake Fedaia offers one of the most beautiful viewpoints of the Marmolada
A lake at 2,030 meters below the glacier
There are several ways to discover the Marmolada.
Climbing Punta Rocca offers a commanding view of the Dolomites. Hiking in the Ombretta Valley allows you to contemplate the immense south face. But to understand the relationship between the mountain and its glacier, you must stop at Lake of Fedaia, around 2 meters above sea level.
The lake stretches for almost two kilometers at the foot of the northern slope of the Marmolada.
A large part of the current body of water is artificialThe dam, built in the mid-20th century, holds back the water used for hydroelectric power generation. The small natural lake of Fedaia also remains nearby.
The road runs along the shore. On one side, the water takes on shades of dark blue, green, or almost metallic depending on the light. On the other, the Marmolada dominates the entire landscape.
The glacier appears above the rocky slopes. Punta Penia and Punta Rocca dominate the horizon. Flows of grey stones bear witness to areas once covered by ice.
The contrast is particularly striking in the early morning.
When the wind is still calm, the mountain can be reflected in the lake's waters. The first rays of sunlight reach the peaks while the shores remain in shadow.
An easy walk allows you to explore the area around the lake and reach the Fedaia Pass, located at 2 meters above sea level.
The pass connects Canazei/Cianacei, in the Val di Fassa, in Malga Ciapela and Rocca Pietore/Ròcia, in the Val Pettorina, in Veneto.
Several shelters and restaurants allow you to stop around the lake.
The area also serves as a starting point for more challenging hikes.
Le Rifugio Pian dei FiacconiThe refuge, formerly accessible by an old ski lift now dismantled, was one of the main access points to the glacier. It was destroyed by an avalanche in December 2020.
The trails still allow exploration of the landscapes on the north side, while respecting local restrictions and conditions.
Le Lake of Fedaia It also deserves to be discovered outside of peak hours, when there are fewer cars and the light descends behind the mountains. The landscape then takes on an almost austere dimension: the cold wind descends from the glacier, the slopes darken, and... Marmolada finds this massive presence which explains why it is nicknamed the Queen of the Dolomites.

7. How do I get to the Marmolada?
Malga Ciapela, the gateway to the peaks
To take the cable car up the Marmolada, you need to go Malga Ciapela, a small hamlet located approximately 1 meters above sea level, at the bottom of Val Pettorina.
This is where the lower station of the Funivie Marmolada is located.
Three successive sections lead to Punta Rocca: Malga Ciapela–Coston d’Antermoja, Coston d’Antermoja–Serauta and Serauta–Punta Rocca.
The complete climb covers more than 3,300 meters of elevation gain and requires approximately twelve minutes of actual travel time.
Parking is available near the lower station.
From the Venetian side (Arabba, Agordo, Alleghe, Cortina), it is necessary to reach Rocca Pietore/RòciaThe journey to Malga Ciapela takes about fifteen minutes by car.
From Trento and Südtirol, access is via Val di Fassa (Canazei) and Passo Fedaia.
From Arabba/RèbaTwo routes are possible depending on the seasonal opening of the roads: via the Passo Pordoi and Passo Fedaia or by bypassing the massif via Malga Ciapela. When the road to both passes is open, the journey takes approximately forty minutes.
From Canazei/CianaceiIn the Val di Fassa, the road crosses the Passo Fedaia and reaches Malga Ciapela in about forty to fifty minutes.
From Cortina d'AmpezzoThe journey takes approximately one and a half hours, depending on traffic and conditions.
From BellunoThe journey takes around one hour and fifteen minutes.
From VeniceThe Marmolada is about two and a half to three hours away by car.
Can we come without a car?
Access in transports publics It is possible, but requires more preparation.
The network Dolomitibus It serves Val Pettorina and Rocca Pietore from the main centers of the province of Belluno. Connections and frequencies vary greatly depending on the season.
In summer, tourist buses and seasonal lines also facilitate travel between villages and the main passes of the Dolomites.
On the Trentino side, the buses of Trentino Transportation allow you to reach Canazei and the Val di Fassa from Trento and Bolzano via the main transport hubs. Seasonal connections then allow you to approach the Fedaia Pass.
However, it's important to keep in mind that the Marmolada lies at the intersection of two provinces and several transport networks. A route involving crossing the Passo Fedaia may require several transfers.
For a day trip, it is essential to check the return times before departure.
A seasonal road
Passo Fedaia is one of the most beautiful road access routes to the Marmolada.
But the road is usually closed in winter due to snow and the risk of avalanches.
Before travelling in the spring or autumn, it is therefore essential to check the opening of the pass.
the access to Malga Ciapela Rocca Pietore remains the main solution during the winter season.

8. In winter, the Marmolada offers one of the longest ski descents in the Dolomites
From Punta Rocca to Malga Ciapela
In winter, the landscape changes completely. The meadows disappear. Lago di Fedaia is covered in snow and ice. The glacier and the ski slopes seem to merge into a vast white expanse.
La Marmolada then became one of the most spectacular sectors of Dolomiti Superski.
Le ski area Arabba Marmolada offers approximately 63 kilometers of slopes and 26 ski liftsIt is linked to the vast Dolomiti Superski area and to Sellaronda. The sector is distinguished by its altitude and by terrain that is generally more demanding than that of many family resorts in the Dolomites.
The iconic experience begins at Punta Rocca.
From the upper cable car station, at 3,265 meters, the slope The Bellunese descends towards Malga Ciapela.
It represents approximately 12 kilometers of skiing with nearly 1,800 meters of vertical dropThis is one of the longest continuous descents in the Dolomites. The start takes place in a high mountain environment.
The first turns are made below the peaks of the Marmolada, facing the Sella massif and the great mountains of the central Dolomites.
The trail then descends towards the Passo Fedaia area before reaching the forests and Malga Ciapela.
Despite its reputation, this descent should not be underestimated.
Length, altitude, cold, visibility, and snow quality can greatly affect its difficulty. During peak season, it can also be very crowded.
The Marmolada also belongs to the Great War Tour, ski circuit which allows you to travel through several valleys and areas around the Col di Lana, a mountain particularly marked by the battles of the First World War.
The route represents approximately 80 kilometers combining slopes, ski lifts and ski buses.
It allows you to cross Arabba, Malga Ciapela, Alleghe and several sectors of the Agordino.
For skiers staying in the region, the Marmolada is both a destination and a stopover. One can come just to ski the Bellunese run, but one can also incorporate the mountain into several days of skiing between Arabba, Sellaronda, and the neighboring resorts.
9. Around the Marmolada, hiking trails lead from alpine pastures to glaciers.
A mountain that is not defined solely by its summit
The presence of the cable car might give the impression that the Marmolada is mainly discovered from Punta Rocca.
That would be to forget the immense territory that surrounds the mountain range.
Some of the most beautiful hikes allow you to contemplate the mountain from a distance.
La Ombretta Valley constitutes one of the most remarkable routes.
From Malga Ciapela, a path climbs towards the Rifugio Falier, located at 2 meters above sea levelAfter an initial section through the forest, the landscape gradually opens up. Meadows appear. Then the southern face of the Marmolada emerges. It forms a rocky wall several kilometers long, considered one of the great walls of the Dolomites. The hike takes approximately four to five hours round trip, depending on the starting point and pace.
The Rifugio Falier also constitutes a stop on theAlta Via delle Dolomiti n°2, major crossing linking Bressanone/Brixen to Feltre.
Another hike allows you to reach the Contrin refugein 2 016 metersFrom Alba di Canazei/Dèlba, the trail ascends the Val Contrin, crosses forests and then alpine pastures before arriving at the refuge. From the surrounding area, the view of the southwest face of the Marmolada is spectacular.
For experienced hikers, several routes allow you to complete the circuit of the massif over several days.
Le Viel del Pan, which connects the area around Passo Pordoi to Passo Fedaia, offers one of the most beautiful viewpoints of the glacier.
The trail crosses high-altitude meadows at around 2,400 meters. For several kilometers, the Marmolada remains directly in front of the hiker. The glacier, Lago di Fedaia, and the peaks appear from constantly changing perspectives.
Finally, theascent of Punta Penia This represents the main objective. But it's no longer a hike. The normal route crosses the glacier and requires mountaineering skills. The via ferrata on the western ridge is another option, long and challenging. In both cases, the accompaniment of a guide is strongly recommended for those without the necessary experience.
Thus, Marmolada offers several levels of discovery:
- You can walk peacefully around Lago di Fedaia.
- Spend a day in the Valle Ombretta.
- Walk through Viel del Pan facing the glacier.
- Sleeping in a shelter.
- Or try to reach Punta Penia.
At each altitude, the mountain reveals a different face.

10. Legends tell how the Marmolada was covered by ice.
The punishment of the men who refused to respect a sacred day
Long before cable cars, skiers and mountaineers, the inhabitants of the valleys were already observing the great mountain, and they told stories.
L'une des most famous legends of Marmolada seeks to explain the appearance of the glacier.
Long ago, it is said, the mountain slopes were covered in meadows. Farmers grazed their flocks there and harvested hay during the summer. One religious holiday, probably the Feast of the Assumption, the villagers stopped working to attend Mass. But some farmers refused. The sky was clear. The hay had to be brought in. They decided to continue working. despite the ban on working during this sacred dayThen the weather changed. Clouds appeared over the peaks. Snow began to fall. It continued for several hours. Then several days. The meadows disappeared. The barns were buried. And the snow never melted. Thus was born the Marmolada glacier.
As is often the case in Alpine legends, the story conveys a warning. The mountain imposes its rules. Those who refuse to respect time, the seasons, or natural forces ultimately suffer the consequences.
Other accounts mention Conturina, a young girl turned to stone by a jealous stepmother. Her body is said to have become one of the peaks of the mountain range.
Some legends also tell of the presence of mysterious figures, mountain spirits, and creatures living in the forests and rocks. These stories belong to the Ladin culture of the valleys surrounding the Marmolada.
They were told during the long winter evenings, passed down orally from generation to generation.
Even today, several routes and cultural events in Rocca Pietore/Ròcia and the surrounding villages offer opportunities to discover this imaginary world. These legends give the mountains another dimension.
Because when the sun disappears behind the peaks and the shadow reaches Lago di Fedaia, the Marmolada changes its appearance.
The glacier turns grey. The cliffs darken. The wind descends from the heights. And the mountain seems to regain, for a few moments, the mysterious face that the inhabitants of the valleys once attributed to it.
The Marmolada, a mountain that tells the story of the Dolomites
The Marmolada is more than just a record-breaking altitude. Certainly, Punta Penia towers over the Dolomites at 3,343 meters. Certainly, the cable car whisks you in minutes to a high-mountain world and one of the most impressive panoramic terraces in the Eastern Alps. But the true uniqueness of the Marmolada lies in its accumulation of stories and landscapes.
- A thousand-year-old glacier is receding due to the effects of global warming.
- Tunnels carved into the ice tell the story of a war fought in almost unimaginable conditions.
- A museum located at nearly 3,000 meters preserves the memory of the soldiers.
- A lake that reflects the mountain peaks.
- Ski slopes descend over nearly 1,800 meters of vertical drop.
- Trails cross the alpine pastures, reach the mountain huts and run alongside the great cliffs.
- And legends continue to tell that long ago, where the glacier once stretched, there were simple meadows.
It therefore takes several days, several seasons, and several points of view to understand the Marmolada.
See it from Viel del Pan. Walk along the shores of Lago di Fedaia. Enter the Serauta Museum. Gaze up at its south face from Valle Ombretta. Ski from Punta Rocca. Or simply wait for the end of the day when the last rays of light illuminate the ice.
Because the Marmolada is perhaps the mountain that best sums up the Dolomites: a landscape of extraordinary beauty, a land of passage between several valleys and several cultures, a territory shaped by men.
And a fragile mountain, whose history continues to be written before our eyes today.
Photo credits
Punta Rocca: Guba Zoky Rabko, CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons // https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6a/Marmolada_3342_m_Punta_Rocca_View_from_the_West_-_panoramio.jpg
Marmolada full view: Marco Bonomo, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons // https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/63/Marmolada%2C_Italy.jpg
Marmolada sunset: Dmitry A. Mottl, CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons // https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b2/Marmolada_Sunset.jpg
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Discover the Veneto Alps and the Dolomites
The mountains of Veneto rhyme with Dolomites. They serve as backdrops to Cortina, the chic Italian resort, and to Cadore.
The most beautiful villages and landscapes of South Tyrol and its Dolomites
South Tyrol is a land of contrasts. Geographical, cultural, historical and gastronomic. It is also the kingdom of the Dolomites.
The most beautiful destinations on the shores of Lake Garda
More than a lake, this is a sea. With a fjord feel to the north and a more Mediterranean feel to the south, Lake Garda offers a multitude of activities.
Italian Alps: wild nature and exceptional villages
Large lakes, glaciers, typical villages and refined gastronomy make the charm of the Italian Alps
Christmas desserts in the Alps
Discover the desserts served on the tables at Christmas in the Alps. Sugar but lots of symbols too!
Christmas traditions in the Alps
The rich Christmas traditions in the Alps from Saint Nicholas to Befana, including the Krampus and the Perchten…
Where can you ski in the Alps in November?
Skiing in the Alps from November is possible! AlpAddict presents the open ski resorts.
Three good reasons to discover South Tyrol
The mountain as we like it: inhabited year-round, lively, rich in traditions, with breathtaking landscapes.
The five best landscapes in the Alps
In this second part dedicated to the most beautiful panoramas of the Alps, AlpAddict lets you discover five new viewpoints
Discover the Val di Fassa, heart of the Dolomites
Spending a holiday in the Dolomites in Val di Fassa means discovering its Ladin identity, its art of living and its landscapes.
The five most beautiful villages and sites in the Puster Valley or Pustertal
Holidays in the Dolomites in Val Pusteria, South Tyrol atmosphere, pastures, forests and lakes share the landscape
5 must-see sites around Val Gardena, in the Dolomites
Your holiday in the Dolomites: discover the Val Gardena, the passes, the Alpe di Siusi and the Val di Funes. The most beautiful landscapes.
How to choose among the Lakes of Northern Italy?
La Dolce Vita in the mountains. The Mediterranean in the Alps.
AlpAddict knows all the secrets of these jewels.
The most beautiful valleys of the Dolomites to see absolutely
Spend a holiday in the Dolomites in Italy to enjoy the art of living, culture and beauty of the mountains.






















