{"id":669,"date":"2024-06-30T16:50:32","date_gmt":"2024-06-30T15:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/"},"modified":"2024-07-22T16:57:58","modified_gmt":"2024-07-22T15:57:58","slug":"via-ferrata-marino-bianchi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide To The Scenic Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi In the Cristallo Mountain Group"},"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\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#About_Via_Ferrata_Marino_Bianchi\" >About Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi<\/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\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#Via_Ferrata_Marino_Bianchi_map_stats\" >Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi: map &amp; 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\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#Know_before_you_go\" >Know before you go<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#The_stages_of_Via_Ferrata_Marino_Bianchi\" >The stages of Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#Stage_1_Getting_to_Rifugio_Son_Forca\" >Stage 1: Getting to Rifugio Son Forca<\/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\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#Stage_2_Rifugio_Son_Forca_to_Forcella_Staunies\" >Stage 2: Rifugio Son Forca to Forcella Staunies<\/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\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#Stage_3_Rifugio_Lorenzi_to_Cristallo_di_Mezzo_Summit\" >Stage 3: Rifugio Lorenzi to Cristallo di Mezzo Summit<\/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\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#Stage_4_The_descent\" >Stage 4: The descent<\/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\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#Extension_Via_Ferrata_Ivano_Dibona\" >Extension: Via Ferrata Ivano Dibona<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#Shop_my_via_ferrata_gear_essentials\" >Shop my via ferrata gear essentials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#Other_hikes_and_via_ferrata_near_Cortina_DAmpezzo\" >Other hikes and via ferrata near Cortina D&#8217;Ampezzo<\/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\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#More_travel_and_hiking_resources_in_the_Dolomites\" >More travel and hiking resources in the Dolomites<\/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\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/#Support_my_website\" >Support my website!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/&amp;t=Via%20Ferrata%20Marino%20Bianchi%20To%20The%20Summit%20Of%20Cristallo%20Di%20Mezzo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=Via%20Ferrata%20Marino%20Bianchi%20To%20The%20Summit%20Of%20Cristallo%20Di%20Mezzo&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.inafarawayland.com%2Fvia-ferrata-marino-bianchi%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"mailto:?subject=Via%20Ferrata%20Marino%20Bianchi%20To%20The%20Summit%20Of%20Cristallo%20Di%20Mezzo&amp;body=https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-marino-bianchi\/\"><\/a>I firmly believe that the more work you are willing to put into something, the greater the reward. This couldn&#8217;t be truer with via ferrata Marino Bianchi. The initial approach through a scree-filled valley will test your patience and calf strength. The reward comes in 360-degree views over the Dolomites and an off-the-beaten-path experience far from the tourist crowds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Via_Ferrata_Marino_Bianchi\"><\/span>About Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\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\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-23-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26536\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-23-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-23-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-23-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-23.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Via ferrata Marino Bianchi is located in the Monte Cristallo range in the centre of the Italian Dolomites. It reaches the summit of Cristallo di Mezzo. The nearest town where you can base yourself is Cortina the Ampezzo. Below are a few of my recommendations for hotels and lodges in Cortina.<\/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<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Value<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/it\/villa-gaia-cortina-d-ampezzo.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/it\/villa-gaia-cortina-d-ampezzo.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Hotel Villa Gaia<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Rated<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/it\/dolomiti-lodge-alvera.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/it\/dolomiti-lodge-alvera.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Dolomiti Lodge Alver\u00e1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Luxury Fans<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/it\/impero-cortina-d-ampezzo1.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/it\/impero-cortina-d-ampezzo1.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Hotel de LEN<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-things-to-do-in-cortina-dampezzo\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"22987\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guide to Cortina D&#8217;Ampezzo: Best Hikes, Via Ferratas &amp; Photography Locations.<\/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\" id=\"cc-m-header-12204361999\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Via_Ferrata_Marino_Bianchi_map_stats\"><\/span>Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi: map &amp; stats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> 6km \/ 3.7 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elevation gain: <\/strong>920 m \/ 3020 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time required: <\/strong>6-7 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Route difficulty: <\/strong>intermediate (C)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type of route: <\/strong>out and back<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1sWb20MaE_muiqwAstHeH6C30L5y37yU&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"960\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Black:<\/strong> Rio Gere &#8211; Son Forca chairlift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blue:<\/strong> Rifugio Son Forca to Forcella Staunies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yellow:<\/strong> Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Orange:<\/strong> Via Ferrata Ivano Dibona<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Purple:<\/strong> Alternative approach from Passo Tre Croci to Rifugio Son Forca<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad9936\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> To view the map&#8217;s legend, click on the icon in its top left corner<\/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=\"Know_before_you_go\"><\/span>Know before you go<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery 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=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"26517\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-14-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26517\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-14-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-14-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-14-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-14.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=\"26553\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-13-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26553\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-13-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-13-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-13-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-13.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Start as early as possible to have the best chance for good weather. The weather in the Dolomites often follows the same pattern, with crystal clear blue skies in the morning and cloud build-up during the day, turning into storms by the afternoon.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also recommend bringing lightweight hiking poles, which you can easily stow away. You will be thankful for them on the steep slope.<\/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\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_stages_of_Via_Ferrata_Marino_Bianchi\"><\/span>The stages of Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi<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-12231890299\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_1_Getting_to_Rifugio_Son_Forca\"><\/span>Stage 1: Getting to Rifugio Son Forca<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two ways to reach the start of Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi: chairlift or hiking. I recommend using the chairlift to save time and strength. If you are budget-conscious, go for the latter option.<\/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\">By taking a chairlift<\/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\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26519\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rio Gere-Son Forca chairlift<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The fastest way to the Son Forca hut is by using the Rio Gere-Son Forca chairlift. The chairlift is around one kilometre from Tre Croci mountain pass and 8 kilometres, or a 15-minute drive, from Cortina d&#8217;Ampezzo, the nearest town. A big gravel <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ZCdrQX8tf74n56gC6\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ZCdrQX8tf74n56gC6\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">parking lot<\/a> is on the opposite side of the road from the chairlift station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad9936\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> You can reach the bottom of the chairlift by taking bus no 030 from Cortina. The Dolomiti bus company operates on this route. The bus stop&#8217;s name is Rio Gere (see on the map). You can check for schedules <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mycicero.it\/dolomiti-bl\/TPWebPortal\/en\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.mycicero.it\/dolomiti-bl\/TPWebPortal\/it\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/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\">The running times of the chairlift<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>During the summer season, the lift remains open from the third week of June until the last week of September, giving a 3-month window for tackling Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi. Get a roundtrip ticket right away to save money. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad9936\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Be aware that the chairlift only runs between 8:30 and 16:30. This 8-hour window should give you enough time to tackle Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi. <\/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\">By hiking<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also walk to Rifugio Son Forca directly from Passo Tre Croci using path no. 203. However, this will add another two hours and 300 meters of elevation gain to an already long day. My advice is to take the chairlift.&nbsp;Trust me, you will need the extra energy for what&#8217;s coming.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad9936\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Passo Tre Croci is one stop further from Rio Gere on bus route no. 030<\/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-12231890699\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_2_Rifugio_Son_Forca_to_Forcella_Staunies\"><\/span>Stage 2: Rifugio Son Forca to Forcella Staunies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Time required: 1.5 &#8211; 2 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 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=\"26522\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26522\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-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=\"26445\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-4-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26445\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-4.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=\"26447\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26447\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The little winter room of the former Rifugio Lorenzi, where I spent the night before tackling Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From Rifugio Son Forca, you must follow the signs for Rifugio Lorenzi &amp; Via Ferrata Marino Bianchi. The path leads through a scree gully with&nbsp;dramatic views of the spires.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another lift could have bypassed this part of the approach until 2016. However, the lift has been closed for a few years now, and there is no prospect of it reopening soon.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If it weren&#8217;t for the views reminding me every step of the way why&nbsp;I am putting myself through this torture, I would have probably given up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The screen becomes looser as you go higher, setting you back one step for every two steps you take forward. In other words, it&#8217;s arduous work. After 1.5-2 hours, you should reach the saddle &amp; Rifugio Lorenzi.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hut&#8217;s location makes it one of the most photogenic in the Dolomites. Unfortunately, it no longer operates and is slowly decaying.<\/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\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-4-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26520\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Warning signs have been placed to remind you to be careful when walking on its terrace. Some planks have become loose, and the whole construction doesn&#8217;t feel sturdy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Should you choose to break the journey down into two days,&nbsp;there is still a tiny winter room where you can spend the night. This is especially useful if you want to kill two birds with one stone and tackle the nearby via Ferrata Ivano Dibona.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has two beds and a few blankets but no electricity or other amenities. There is also no water source anywhere near. We shared it with another couple. It was a tight squeeze, but we managed. &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-12231896999\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_3_Rifugio_Lorenzi_to_Cristallo_di_Mezzo_Summit\"><\/span>Stage 3: Rifugio Lorenzi to Cristallo di Mezzo Summit <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Time required:<\/strong> 1.5-2 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 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=\"26525\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-10-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26525\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-10-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-10-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-10-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-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=\"26523\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26523\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-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=\"26524\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-11-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26524\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-11-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-11.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope you are ready for some severe exposure. You will be thankful for all the cable protection, especially along the sharp summit ridgeline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, it only works if you clip in, so use your via ferrata equipment. Too often, I have seen people along these crazy routes with their helmets and harnesses in their backpacks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Via ferrata Marino Bianchi is very straightforward and occasionally uses ladders. The cross above the Lorenzi hut will be visible most of the way up. When you look back and squint your eyes, you will also see the famous suspension bridge belonging to the <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-ivano-dibona\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"634\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">via ferrata Ivano Dibona<\/a>.<\/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\">What you can see from the summit of Cristallo Di Mezzo<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 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=\"26526\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-18-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26526\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-18-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-18-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-18-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-18.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=\"26529\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-20-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26529\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-20-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-20-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-20-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-20.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=\"26528\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-21-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26528\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-21-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-21-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-21-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-21.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Me all smiles upon reaching the summit and having a snack<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From the top, you get 360-degree views toward the Sorapiss group to the south, where the <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-giro-del-sorapiss\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">via ferrata Giro del Sorapiss<\/a> runs.&nbsp;To the north, you can see Lago di Landro (D\u00fcrrensee). The famous Tre Cime peaks are slightly to the east. Looking west, you will see the Tofane group standing proudly above Cortina D&#8217;Ampezzo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bring a map (Tabacco 03) to distinguish all the peaks around you.&nbsp;Looking at&nbsp;them all from above 3000 meters is an excellent reward for the&nbsp;effort&nbsp;you have put into getting here.&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\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_4_The_descent\"><\/span>Stage 4: The descent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Time required:<\/strong> 2.5 &#8211; 3 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 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=\"26532\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-22-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26532\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-22-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-22-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-22-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-22-1.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=\"26531\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-24-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26531\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-24-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-24-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-24-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-24.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=\"26530\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-25-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26530\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-25-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-25-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-25-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Marino-Bianchi-25.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The descent starts near the summit cross and follows an alternative route for 15 minutes. However, it quickly gets you back on the same path. You must downclimb the whole route on the same path you followed to the summit. Take extra care, as downclimbing is more tricky than going up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you reach the Staunies saddle, retrace your journey down the scree gully between Rifugios Lorenzi and Son Forca. The good news is that the way down will be much swifter than the way up.&nbsp;I used my hiking poles well and decided to run back down, taking significant steps. Within 45 minutes, I was back at Son Forca hut.<\/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-12231882399\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Extension_Via_Ferrata_Ivano_Dibona\"><\/span>Extension: Via Ferrata Ivano Dibona<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 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=\"26449\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-8-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26449\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-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=\"26439\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-18-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26439\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-18-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-18-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-18-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-18.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=\"26452\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-10-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26452\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-10-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-10-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-10-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Via-Ferrata-Ivano-Dibona-10.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you an ultra marathon trail runner who hits the gym after running up a mountain? Was the fix of the good views not enough so far? Or do you want to stand in the exact spot where Sylvester Stalone stood fighting some badass villain in the Cliffhanger movie?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you make it back down from the summit of Cristallo di Mezzo to Rifugio Lorenzi, you can head across to the other side of Forcella Staunies and&nbsp;hike to the famous suspension bridge along the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-ivano-dibona\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">via ferrata Ivano Dibona.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The short detour is well worth it. It will only take 45&nbsp;minutes to an hour there and back.&nbsp; Walking along the bridge and looking down will make your heart beat faster. You will also get&nbsp;the perfect view of the ridgeline where you were climbing earlier. <\/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=\"Shop_my_via_ferrata_gear_essentials\"><\/span>Shop my via ferrata gear essentials <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\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\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/61xvCiBZQGL._AC_SX569._SX._UX._SY._UY_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:194px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Black Diamond Helmet<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Rockfall is a significant concern on via ferrata routes. Unbeknownst to you, other climbing groups above you may accidentally dislodge a small rock and send it down the mountain. If it hits you on the head, it could have serious consequences. A helmet on your head (not inside your backpack) is necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on: <a style=\"font-weight: bold;\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3K49mHN\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3K49mHN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Amazon<\/a> (Worldwide) \/ <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/q4ynvb\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/q4ynvb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Backcountry<\/a><\/strong> (US)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\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\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/71gKk4U+f2S._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:246px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Black Diamond Momentum Harness<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Another must-have on a via ferrata route is a climbing harness. A harness works as an anchor point for your via ferrata lanyard. Try it before your trip to ensure it fits snugly without limiting your movements. Aim for a lightweight harness that will be comfortable to wear&nbsp;between the cable-protected sections when hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shop Women&#8217;s on <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/46QAiET\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/46QAiET\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Amazon<\/strong><\/a> (Worldwide) \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/WqNDzJ\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/WqNDzJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Backcountry<\/strong><\/a> (US)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shop Men&#8217;s on <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DjzA5j\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DjzA5j\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Amazon<\/strong><\/a> (Worldwide) \/ <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/WqNDzJ\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/WqNDzJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Backcountry<\/a><\/strong> (US)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\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\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bfgcdn.com\/1500_1500_90\/338-0316-0111\/edelrid-basis-cable-kit-special-via-ferrata-set.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:233px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Edelrid, Camp or Black Diamond Via Ferrata Lanyard<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A via ferrata lanyard connects the climber and their harness to the cables along the route. Its two arms and a hidden extra coil work as an energy absorption system in case of a fall. The two carabiners at the end of the lanyard clip into the cable. Make sure the carabiners are equipped with the palm squeeze mechanism. It&#8217;s the safest and most comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/44K4vU6\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/44K4vU6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Amazon<\/strong><\/a> (Worldwide) \/ <a href=\"http:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/xkZ9qx\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"backcountry.tnu8.net\/xkZ9qx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Backcountry<\/strong><\/a> (US) <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\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\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/91P0f6XnFML._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:207px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Black Diamond Crag Gloves<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The gloves protect your hands from cuts and scratches you may otherwise get if you haul yourself on the cable without them. I prefer full-finger gloves for extra protection against blisters. 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It&#8217;s a smartphone-securing system that allows you to use your phone on any adventure. This has been a great addition to my tool arsenal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.reeloq.com\/inafarawayland\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"www.reeloq.com\/inafarawayland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>REELOQ<\/strong><\/a> <\/p>\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\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_hikes_and_via_ferrata_near_Cortina_DAmpezzo\"><\/span>Other hikes and via ferrata near Cortina D&#8217;Ampezzo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\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<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/croda-da-lago-circuit-day-hike\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"658\">Croda Da Lago Circuit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/lake-sorapiss-trail-guide\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"653\">Lake Sorapiss<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/cinque-torri-day-hike-dolomites\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"656\">Cinque Torri &amp; Lago Limedes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/lagazuoi-tunnels-day-hike\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"654\">Lagazuoi Tunnels<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-averau\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"666\">Via Ferrata Averau<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-ra-gusela\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"665\">Via Ferrata Ra Gusela<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-giovanni-lipella\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"639\">Via Ferrata Giovanni Lipella<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/via-ferrata-ra-bujela\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"633\">Via Ferrata Ra Bujela<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_travel_and_hiking_resources_in_the_Dolomites\"><\/span>More travel and hiking resources in the Dolomites<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/photography-dolomites\/\">Photography spots in the Italian Dolomites<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/regions-in-the-italian-dolomites\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/regions-in-the-italian-dolomites\/\">Regions in the Italian Dolomites<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/italian-dolomites-itineraries\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/italian-dolomites-itineraries\/\">Itineraries for the Italian Dolomites<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/via-ferratas-dolomites\/\">Via ferratas in the Italian Dolomites<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/italian-dolomites-day-hikes\/\">Day hikes in the Italian Dolomites<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/dolomites-hut-to-hut-treks\/\">Hut-to-hut treks in the Italian Dolomites<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#7bdbb54f\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Support_my_website\"><\/span>Support my website!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hi Reader! 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