{"id":623,"date":"2021-11-15T15:47:55","date_gmt":"2021-11-15T15:47:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/"},"modified":"2025-01-07T16:19:11","modified_gmt":"2025-01-07T15:19:11","slug":"alta-via-one-guide-part-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/","title":{"rendered":"Hiking Along Italy&#8217;s Most Famous Backpacking Trail &#8211; Alta Via 1 in the Italian Dolomites (Part 1)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#The_Comprehensive_Guide_To_Alta_Via_1_%E2%80%93_Part_1_Overview_Days_1-5\" >The Comprehensive Guide To Alta Via 1 &#8211; Part 1: Overview + Days 1-5<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#Alta_Via_1_%E2%80%93_The_Stats\" >Alta Via 1 &#8211; The Stats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#How_to_pack_for_Alta_Via_1\" >How to pack for Alta Via 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#The_optimal_time_of_year_for_hiking_Alta_Via_1\" >The optimal time of  year for hiking Alta Via 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#Where_Does_the_Alta_Via_1_Start\" >Where Does the Alta Via 1 Start?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#Where_does_Alta_Via_1_end\" >Where does Alta Via 1 end?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#The_cost_of_hiking_Alta_Via_1\" >The cost of hiking Alta Via 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#When_should_you_make_reservations_for_Alta_Via_1\" >When should you make reservations for Alta Via 1?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#An_interactive_map_of_Alta_Via_1\" >An interactive map of Alta Via 1<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#Alta_Via_1_day-by-day_breakdown\" >Alta Via 1: day-by-day breakdown<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#Day_1_Lago_di_Braies_to_Rifugio_Biella\" >Day 1: Lago di Braies to Rifugio Biella<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#Day_2_Rifugio_Biella_to_Rifugio_Fanes\" >Day 2: Rifugio Biella to Rifugio Fanes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#Day_3_Rifugio_Fanes_to_Rifugio_Lagazuoi\" >Day 3: Rifugio Fanes to Rifugio Lagazuoi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#Day_4_Rifugio_Lagazuoi_to_Rifugio_Averau\" >Day 4: Rifugio Lagazuoi to Rifugio Averau<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/#Day_5_Rifugio_Averau_to_Rifugio_Citta_Di_Fiume\" >Day 5: Rifugio Averau to Rifugio Citta Di Fiume<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/&amp;t=Hiking%20Along%20Italy%27s%20Most%20Famous%20Backpacking%20Trail%20-%20Alta%20Via%201%20in%20the%20Italian%20Dolomites%20%28Part%201%29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=Hiking%20Along%20Italy%27s%20Most%20Famous%20Backpacking%20Trail%20-%20Alta%20Via%201%20in%20the%20Italian%20Dolomites%20%28Part%201%29&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.inafarawayland.com%2Falta-via-one-guide-part-one%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"mailto:?subject=Hiking%20Along%20Italy%27s%20Most%20Famous%20Backpacking%20Trail%20-%20Alta%20Via%201%20in%20the%20Italian%20Dolomites%20%28Part%201%29&amp;body=https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/\"><\/a>When I phoned my dad one day asking him if he would like to hike Alta Via 1 with me in the Italian Dolomites, he didn&#8217;t even blink before saying yes. He loved&nbsp;our adventure and asked me when the next one would be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many months later (more than I&#8217;d like to admit), I finally compiled a&nbsp;detailed guide to help you plan the&nbsp;Alta Via 1&nbsp;for yourself! It became a part of a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/italian-dolomites-guide\/\">series of over 60 articles<\/a>&nbsp;dedicated to hiking and photography in the Italian Dolomites.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12439219899\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Comprehensive_Guide_To_Alta_Via_1_%E2%80%93_Part_1_Overview_Days_1-5\"><\/span>The Comprehensive Guide To Alta Via 1 &#8211; Part 1: Overview + Days 1-5<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first part of the guide covers an overview of Alta Via 1,&nbsp;answers questions on the best time of year to hike it, and provides the average daily cost of the excursion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I will also break down the first&nbsp;five days of the route, including the path numbers, short summaries, photos, and possible route extensions, before we move on to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-two\/\">the second part.&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the second part, I will cover days 6-11. At the end of the guide, you will also find the list of most mountain huts along Alta Via 1 with their contact info and possible early escape routes for those who don&#8217;t plan on hiking the complete path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12608367299\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alta_Via_1_%E2%80%93_The_Stats\"><\/span>Alta Via 1 &#8211; The Stats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-6-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7265\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-6-7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-6-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-6-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-6-7.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alta Via 1, also known as the Dolomite High Route 1, is undoubtedly Italy&#8217;s most famous backpacking route. Many websites and printed guides give contradicting information about the route&#8217;s length, saying it is anywhere from 120 to 150 kilometres long.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I measured the mileage with a Garmin GPS daily, and the total kilometres amounted to 142 (not including the extensions). According to Garmin&#8217;s website, there is a 5%&nbsp;margin error when&nbsp;surveying the distances.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The total elevation gain is 7200&nbsp;meters (23600&nbsp;feet), and the elevation loss is 8100 meters (26570 feet)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-two-guide-part-one\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alta Via 2<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-four-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alta Via 4<\/a>, which I have hiked during the same summer season, Alta Via 1 is a non-technical route and doesn&#8217;t require via ferrata equipment (unless you plan to do some of the extensions). If you are a fit individual, it&#8217;s an incredible journey, especially when you are just&nbsp;starting to dip&nbsp;your feet into the world of backpacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12778614799\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_pack_for_Alta_Via_1\"><\/span>How to pack for Alta Via 1<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The general rule for any&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/dolomites-hut-to-hut-treks\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/dolomites-hut-to-hut-treks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hut-to-hut treks<\/a>&nbsp;is to go as light as possible. Thanks to the well-equipped huts, there is no need to carry tents, sleeping bags, cooking equipment, or food!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your backpack shouldn&#8217;t be more significant than 38 litres. If you are a skilled packer, then a 30-litre backpack should suffice. For your convenience, I have written&nbsp;a <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/packing-list-hut-to-hut-treks-dolomites\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"616\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">comprehensive packing list<\/a>,&nbsp;including links to my favourite gear and a downloadable&nbsp;checklist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12655623699\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_optimal_time_of_year_for_hiking_Alta_Via_1\"><\/span>The optimal time of  year for hiking Alta Via 1<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-7-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7266\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-7-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-7-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-7-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-7-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiking seasons in the mountains are usually very short, and the Dolomites are no exception.&nbsp;Most&nbsp;huts&nbsp;on the Alta Via 1 stay open from the third week of June until the third week of September.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Snow can linger on the northern slopes as late as mid-July, so pack gaiters if that&#8217;s when you plan your trip. I hiked Alta Via 1 at the very start of the season, and we&nbsp;encountered snow on most days, in some places a couple of meters deep!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The weather is very predictable during June, July, and August. The days usually start with clear blue skies. By late morning, clouds begin to build up, and in the early afternoon, thunderstorms roll in.&nbsp;It&#8217;s wise to leave the huts right after breakfast and pre-pack before to avoid being caught in thunderstorms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>September tends to have the most stable weather. Although night and morning temperatures are below freezing, the days are still pleasantly warm, and the skies often stay blue throughout the day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12655624299\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Does_the_Alta_Via_1_Start\"><\/span>Where Does the Alta Via 1 Start?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/lago-di-braies-visitor-information\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"657\">Lago di Braies<\/a> &#8211; the gem of the Dolomites marks the start of the route. A hotel is right on its shoreline for those who want to start early on the first day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you come from abroad and use public transport, you can first travel to Cortina D&#8217;Ampezzo. Cortina is one of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-mountain-towns-in-the-italian-dolomites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the&nbsp;most charming&nbsp;tourist towns in the Dolomites.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few shuttle companies, including Flixbus, operate between Venice and Milan airports. Local buses run regularly from Cortina to Lago di Braies. The journey takes around 1 hour.&nbsp;You can check the schedule on the Sued Tirol Mobil info website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-does-alta-via-1-end\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_does_Alta_Via_1_end\"><\/span>Where does Alta Via 1 end?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alta Via 1 ends at a bus stop near La Pissa\u2014in the middle of nowhere! Don&#8217;t worry, though\u2014you won&#8217;t be left stranded. Buses operate every hour; you can find the schedule in the last two huts along the route. The bus will take you to the biggest city, Belluno, where you can travel back by bus to Cortina or any other place in Italy by train.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12666432099\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_cost_of_hiking_Alta_Via_1\"><\/span>The cost of hiking Alta Via 1<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-9-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7268\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-9-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-9-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-9-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-9-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Of the three Alta Vias I walked, Alta Via 1 was the most expensive. There are a couple of reasons for this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, Alta Via 1 is the most famous backpacking trip in Italy. The demand raises the prices. In the Rifugios, you will encounter people from all over the world. It&#8217;s an excellent opportunity to meet new friends, as you will often stay with the same people in the same huts throughout the whole traverse.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second reason Alta Via 1&nbsp;is more expensive is that the huts are often privately owned and provide higher service than on other routes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many have been&nbsp;renovated into more fancy backcountry lodges rather than basic refuges. Some have modern booking systems on their websites and even started providing free&nbsp;Wi-Fi for their guests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, you should&nbsp;calculate&nbsp;spending a minimum of 100 Euro\/per person\/per day on average, but 110-120&nbsp;Euros is more of a realistic budget if you would like to have drinks, cakes, or whatever else there is on offer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also budget for the accommodation before and after the trek, transportation, and any necessary gear purchases.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read more<\/strong>:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/mountain-huts-in-the-dolomites-info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Italian mountain huts&nbsp;and what to expect when staying in them.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_make_reservations_for_Alta_Via_1\"><\/span>When should you make reservations for Alta Via 1?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The popularity of Alta Via 1 has skyrocketed in the last few years, and the huts book out well before the season starts. If you are considering backpacking Alta Via 1, be prepared to start making reservations <strong>in October the year before.<\/strong> By January, many huts will already be fully booked. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The process can be tedious and stretch across a few weeks or even months, as not all huts begin taking reservations simultaneously. Luckily, most huts have a booking system integrated into their websites, making the process much easier. A few years ago, I had to e-mail or call one by one hut. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#48bda336\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Go to the end of <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-two\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-two\/\">part 2<\/a> of my Alta Via 1 guide for a list of links to all the huts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12608453799\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_interactive_map_of_Alta_Via_1\"><\/span>An interactive map of Alta Via 1<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I created the map below to give you an overview of Alta Via 1. I marked all mountain huts as well as day routes and extensions. Click on the&nbsp;button in the top left corner of the map to see the different layers&nbsp;and names of the places.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While pretty accurate, this map should not be used when navigating the mountains. For that, you will&nbsp;require a proper topography map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For crossing Alta Via 1<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">, you need to purchase the TABACCO MAPS numbers&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ZPR96M\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">031 (Dolomiti Di Braies)<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Jb3P0W\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">03 (Dolomiti Ampezzane)<\/a>, and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3mUqDKM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">025 (Dolomiti Di Zoldo<\/a>) either online or in any sports<\/span>, souvenir, or cigarette shop in the local towns. Even some Rifugios sell them!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1dwa8nU7rA7ZClK4sHMYlfjJMrr-3vxI5&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"100%\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alta_Via_1_day-by-day_breakdown\"><\/span>Alta Via 1: day-by-day breakdown<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12439236599\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1_Lago_di_Braies_to_Rifugio_Biella\"><\/span>Day 1: Lago di Braies to Rifugio Biella<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance: <\/strong>9.3 km \/ 5.8 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking time: <\/strong>3-4 h<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation gain: <\/strong>937 m \/ 3074 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation loss: <\/strong>120 m \/ 393 ft <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Path number: <\/strong>1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7165\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The first day is relatively short, with only 9,5 kilometres (5.9 miles) to cover before you reach the first refuge. The start couldn&#8217;t be more scenic\u2014turquoise Lake Braies surrounded by soaring peaks, with Croda del Becco towering above them all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will have two choices: to navigate the lake counterclockwise, following the official route, or clockwise, which is slightly quieter and more scenic. The ascent starts once you make it to the other side of the lake. It&#8217;s essential to start early, as much of day one is spent on sun-exposed paths. Good sunscreen and a headcover are a must.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignwide has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7166\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7166\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7167\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-4-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7167\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7168\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-1-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A short cable-protected section is around halfway to the hut but is only valid when the conditions are icy or wet. In around 3 hours following path no. 1, you will reach Forcella Sora Forno (in Italian, Forcella means a saddle or a pass). From here, you can make a short descent to your first hut.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"night-1-rifugio-biella\">Night 1: Rifugio Biella (Seekofel H\u00fctte)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Rifugio Biella is quite basic. If possible, ask for a room that isn&#8217;t in the attic, with paper-thin walls. I hope you packed those earplugs. Spend the afternoon enjoying the vast views from the terrace, or head out and summit the nearby Croda del Becco. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#48bda336\"><strong>TIP<\/strong>: If Rifugio Biella is fully booked, try the next hut &#8211; Rifugio Sennes, which is 60 minutes further along the route. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12603769899\">Extension day 1: Croda Del Becco\/Seekofel Summit<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7169\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-6.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to hike to the top of Croda del Becco, I recommend you check in at the hut first and leave most of your stuff behind. Take only the necessities and head back out to Forcella Sora Forna.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A clear sign will point you in the direction of the summit route. From the saddle, it&#8217;s around a 2-hour round trip. My dad and I decided to do the summit hike for sunrise on the second day of the traverse, and we made it back to the hut just in time for the all-you-can-eat breakfast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the summit, you can look down to Lago di Braies, where you started the hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignwide has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7171\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7171\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7170\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7170\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Extension-Croda-Del-Becco-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12439236699\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2_Rifugio_Biella_to_Rifugio_Fanes\"><\/span>Day 2: Rifugio Biella to Rifugio Fanes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance: <\/strong>15.4 km \/ 9.6 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking Time: <\/strong>4h 15 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation gain: <\/strong>654 m \/ 2146 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation loss: <\/strong>908 m \/ 2980 ft <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Path numbers:<\/strong> 6, 6A, 7<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7172\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The day starts by following a wide gravel road, which cars use to carry supplies to Biella hut. Follow the signs for Rifugio Sennes, which you will reach within one hour. By the way, this is an excellent alternative for a night if you prefer a bit more comfort&nbsp;or don&#8217;t plan on doing the Croda del Becco extension.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From Rifugio Sennes, continue through the green pastures, passing a few more wooden huts before you start the long descent to Rifugio Pederu located at the end of the glacially shaped Tamersc Valley. This is an excellent spot for lunch, and some scooped ice cream. Yes, they sell decent Italian gelato in the mountains!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignwide has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7177\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7177\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7174\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7174\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-6.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7175\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7175\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"7176\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-4-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7176\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-4-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-4.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7178\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7178\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7173\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7173\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-2-7.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t stay too long to avoid the midday sun as&nbsp;you begin your ascent to Rifugio Fanes on path no. 7. The route is exposed at first, then plateaus for a bit before gently climbing up again along a path leading through the forest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After&nbsp;approximately 2 hours of leaving Pederu, you will reach Rifugio Fanes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"night-2-rifugio-fanes\">Night 2: Rifugio Fanes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Rifugio Fanes is an amazing hut that feels like a fancy backcountry lodge. There is no phone reception, but the hut offers free Wi-Fi between certain hours of the day. It isn&#8217;t speedy, but it does the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When booking in advance, prepayment is required for the accommodation. Oh, and did I mention hot showers are included in the price?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad9936\"><strong>TIP<\/strong>: If the hut is full,&nbsp;rifugio Lavarella, a mere 5-minute walk away, is a great alternative and attracts a younger crowd.&nbsp;Another option is \u00dccia dles Muntagnoles, only a few hundred meters from Rifugio Fanes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12439236899\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3_Rifugio_Fanes_to_Rifugio_Lagazuoi\"><\/span>Day 3: Rifugio Fanes to Rifugio Lagazuoi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance: <\/strong>14.5 km \/ 9 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking time: <\/strong>4h 30 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation gain:<\/strong> 1086 m \/ 3563 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation loss: <\/strong>418 m \/ 1371 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Path numbers: <\/strong>11, 20B, 20<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7183\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Day 3 was one of my favourites of the whole traverse. You will see very few signs of civilisation as you continue the hike through the Fanes\u2014Sennes\u2014Braies National Park.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first couple of hours of the day are spent on path no.11, an old military road. The views are idyllic: green pastures, crystal clear lakes and streams, snow-covered peaks, and very few people in sight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignwide has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7201\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7201\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7202\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7202\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-6.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7203\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-8-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7203\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-8.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7204\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-9-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7204\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-9-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-9.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After that, the path branches off to the left as you begin the ascent to Forcella (saddle) del Lago and enter the beautiful Dolomiti Ampezzane. On a good weather day, you can spot Rifugio Lagazuoi from the saddle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the saddle, you drop down through a steep gully to a small turquoise lake, followed by another ascent through moon-like landscapes to the hut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On this part of the hike, we encountered a lot of snow and sometimes sank knee-deep, making our ascent much more difficult. The views from the terrace of Rifugio Lagazuoi more than made up for the struggle.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignwide has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7205\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-14-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7205\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-14-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-14-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-14-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-14.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7206\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-13-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7206\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-13-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-13-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-13-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-13.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7207\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-11-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7207\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-11-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-11.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7208\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-18-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7208\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-18-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-18-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-18-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-18.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"night-3-rifugio-lagazuoi\">Night 3: Rifugio Lagazuoi <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I have stayed in the Lagazuoi hut twice before. The hut made it onto my list of&nbsp;<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-mountain-huts-in-the-italian-dolomites\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"655\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dolomites&#8217; most photogenic mountain huts<\/a><\/span>. The rooms are cosy, and the hut has warm showers and an excellent breakfast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss the chance to summit the nearby Picollo&nbsp;Lagazuoi (only a 30-minute return trip from the hut), from which you can photograph the&nbsp;refuge and its excellent location.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#48bda336\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> If Lagazuoi is fully booked, try your luck with the nearby Rifugio Scotoni or Rifugio Gallina. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12439236999\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4_Rifugio_Lagazuoi_to_Rifugio_Averau\"><\/span>Day 4: Rifugio Lagazuoi to Rifugio Averau<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance: <\/strong>9.3 km \/ 5.8 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking time: <\/strong>3h<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation gain: <\/strong>370 m \/ 1214 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation loss: <\/strong>700 m \/ 2297 ft<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7185\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Day 4 provides a few path choices leading to the next refuge, and I will cover some below. To visualize your options, it&#8217;s best to refer to the Tabacco Map 03.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"option-1-401-402-441\">Path Numbers <strong>Option 1: 401, 402, 441&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The shortest and fastest route takes you down Path 401 to Forcella Travenanzes, then follows path 402 on the descent to Passo Falzarego. You then ascend path 441 to Rifugio Averau.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the option I chose, and I recommend it to anyone who plans on doing the extensions in the afternoon. If you feel lazy today, catch the cable car down to Passo Falzarego and continue hiking on path 441.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignwide has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7187\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7187\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 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width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7193\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-9-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7193\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-9-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-9.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7194\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-10-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7194\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-10-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-10-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-10-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-10.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"7195\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-11-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7195\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-11-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-4-11.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"option-2-401-402-412-440\">Path Numbers <strong>Option 2: 401, 402, 412, 440<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The original Alta Via route. This starts like option&nbsp;one but passes&nbsp;Forcella Travenanzes and&nbsp;continues on path 402 to Forcella Bois. It then goes down and turns onto path 412, leading to the restaurant&nbsp;&#8216;Da Strobel.&nbsp;Afterwards, it crosses the road and follows path no. 440 passing lake Limides, rifugio Scoiatolli and finally ending at rifugio Averau&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"option-3-lagazuoi-tunnels-402-441\">Path Numbers <strong>Option 3:&nbsp; Lagazuoi tunnels, 402, 441<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you would like to learn a little about the bloody history of Passo Falzarego, this is a great route. The entry to the Lagazuoi tunnels is only a few hundred meters from the Lagazuoi hut. The tunnels are dark and narrow, so you will need a head torch and, ideally, a helmet to avoid bumping your head on the low ceilings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-19-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7196\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-19-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-19-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-19-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-3-19.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tunnels flood during bad weather, stopping my dad and I from going this way. I had explored the <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/lagazuoi-tunnels-day-hike\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"654\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lagazuoi tunnels<\/a> the previous year, so I didn&#8217;t feel I missed out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"night-4-rifugio-averau\">Night 4: Rifugio Averau <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend staying at Rifugio Averau. Albeit slightly more expensive than other nearby options, it offers exquisite food and the most comfortable mattresses on the traverse. Something one learns to appreciate after hiking all day long.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#48bda336\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Other huts nearby are Nuvolau, Scoiatolli, Cinque Torri, Fedare or the Berghotel at Passo Giau<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12603773599\">Possible extensions Day 4: Via Ferrata Averau or Cinque Torri<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"extension-1-via-ferrata-averau\"><strong>Extension 1: Via Ferrata Averau<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting within a hundred meters from the Averau hut,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-averau\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"666\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Via Ferrata Averau<\/a>&nbsp;takes its name from the summit it leads to. I have done it the previous year for sunset. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If it weren&#8217;t for the bad weather on the afternoon of our 4th day on Alta Via 1, I would have loved to take my dad to show him the fantastic views from the top. Visit my post to see for yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-averau-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7210\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-averau-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-averau-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-averau-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-averau-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"extension-2-cinque-torri\">Extension 2: Cinque Torri<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you choose the second variant for the day when hiking from Rifugio Lagazuoi to Rifugio Averau, you will walk by&nbsp;Cinque Torri. It translates to five towers and it is an interesting rock formation near the hut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Right at the foot of the towers is an old military fort turned into an outdoor museum dating back to the First World War. You can spend the afternoon exploring the area.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-cinque-torri-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7212\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-cinque-torri-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-cinque-torri-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-cinque-torri-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-cinque-torri-2.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-cinque-torri-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7213\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-cinque-torri-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-cinque-torri-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-cinque-torri-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-extension-cinque-torri-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-12439237999\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_5_Rifugio_Averau_to_Rifugio_Citta_Di_Fiume\"><\/span>Day 5: Rifugio Averau to Rifugio Citta Di Fiume<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance: <\/strong>14.5 km \/ 9 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time: <\/strong>4h 15 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation gain: <\/strong>550 m \/ 1804 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation loss: <\/strong>1030 m \/ 3380 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Path numbers: <\/strong>452, 436, 458, 467&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7214\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, you will cross another one of the very&nbsp;photogenic <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/mountain-passes-of-the-italian-dolomites-worth-stopping-for\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"649\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mountain passes of the Dolomites<\/a>&nbsp;&#8211; Passo Giau. Throughout the day, you will get nearer to the unmistakable Mount Pelmo &#8211; one of the highest Dolomiti peaks. You can recognize it by its distinct armchair shape.&nbsp;Rifugio Citta di Fiume is located right at its foot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, the weather was not kind to us that day. We spent most of it hiking in thick clouds and rain until it cleared up in the late afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignwide has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"7219\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7219\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"7218\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-3-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7218\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-3.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"7220\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7220\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-2.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"7217\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7217\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alta-Via-1-Day-5-1-2.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I didn&#8217;t mind, though; we had perfect blue skies every day for the rest of the trip. The first four photos above were taken the previous year when I explored the area.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"night-5-rifugio-citta-di-fiume\">Night 5: Rifugio Citta Di Fiume <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Rifugio Citta di Fiume is relatively small and may not provide the same fancy services as the other huts on the first four days of Alta Via 1. Still, it makes up for it with a great atmosphere and delicious homemade food.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#48bda336\"><strong>TIP<\/strong>: The next accommodation option is Rifugio Passo Staulanza, approximately 60 minutes further along Alta Via 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-two\/\">Go To Alta Via 1: Part 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When I phoned my dad one day asking him if he would like to hike Alta Via 1 with me in the Italian Dolomites, he didn&#8217;t even blink before saying yes. He loved&nbsp;our adventure and asked me when the next one would be. Many months later (more than I&#8217;d like to admit), I finally compiled &#8230; <a title=\"Hiking Along Italy&#8217;s Most Famous Backpacking Trail &#8211; Alta Via 1 in the Italian Dolomites (Part 1)\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alta-via-one-guide-part-one\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Hiking Along Italy&#8217;s Most Famous Backpacking Trail &#8211; Alta Via 1 in the Italian Dolomites (Part 1)\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7183,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[116],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-623","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dolomites-hut-to-hut-treks","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-33"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/623","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=623"}],"version-history":[{"count":36,"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/623\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29770,"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/623\/revisions\/29770"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7183"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=623"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=623"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=623"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}