Stage 2
Carezza – San Pellegrino
Option 1: Moderate
Distance
12.9 km
Walking Time
approx. 5:00 h
Ascent
646 m elevation gain
Descent
781 m elevation loss
The moderate tour starts at the top station of the Paolina chairlift, from where it leads uphill to the Rotwand hut on an easy-to-walk-on path. On the way, you will pass the famous Christomannos monument before entering the scenic Hirzelweg.
The path runs gently along the rocks until you reach the Zigolade Pass. Once at the top, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. The descent leads through a stony cirque down to the Vaiolet hut, which offers you the opportunity of a well-deserved break. From here, you continue on a narrow path to the cable car station, which takes you down into the valley.
Option 2: Easy
Distance
5.7 km
Walking Time
approx. 2:00 h
Ascent
192 m elevation gain
Descent
328 m elevation loss
This hike starts at the top station of the Paolina chairlift, where you can enjoy a cappuccino at the Paolina hut before setting off. You hike on a pleasant path towards the Rotwand hut and pass the impressive Christomannos monument.
From there, the path leads gently to the Rotwand hut with beautiful views of the surrounding Dolomites, including Marmolata and the Sella mountains. This is followed by a relaxed stretch along the Rotwand, until you descend via the Schafsteig to Pra Martin. At the end, you will reach the Negritella hut and the Ciampedie hut before the cable car takes you down into the valley.
Option 3: Challenging
Distance
8.9 km
Walking Time
approx. 6:45 h
Ascent
1,033 m elevation gain
Descent
1,169 m elevation loss
You start at the top station of the Paolina chairlift and first set off with a great view of the Latemar and the Pala mountains. On a slightly ascending path, you will pass the impressive Christomannos monument, where you can enjoy the impressive views of the surrounding valleys.
The route continues along the contour lines to the Rotwand hut. From there, the steep path leads you up to the Vajolon Pass. This is where the exciting via ferrata begins, which takes you to the summit of the Rotwand via well-secured passages and rocky sections. On the summit, you can expect a 360-degree panoramic view of the Dolomites.
The descent takes you down challenging climbing passages, with the possibility to choose the Majare via ferrata for an additional challenge. Finally, you will reach the Ciampedie mountain station and can enjoy the last part of the tour.
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