Trek - IT Alta Via 3 - 100km, 7Days

Alta Via 3 - Simplified - 100km, 7 Days - Complete Route - Direction: South to North - From Cibiana di Cadore to Dobbiaco - Hiking Only/No Via Ferratas

Purpose: Return route to Val Pusteria after completion of Alta Via 1

Public Transport: La Muda to Belluno, Belluno to Calalzo di Cadore (or Pieve di Cadore), Calalzo di Cadore to Cibiana di Cadore

Itinerary/Route Breakdown:

Day 1: Cibiana di Cadore to Rif. Remauro
Day 2: Rif. Remauro to Rif. Venezia
Day 3: Rif. Venezia to Rif. San Marco
Day 4. Rif. San Marco to Cortina
Day 5. Cortina Cablecar to Rif. Faloria then via Rif. Tondi to Rif. Bosi
Day 6. Rif. Bosi to Rif. Vallandro
Day 7. Rif. Vallandro to Dobbiaco

Notes:
Day 5: The faint trail up Monte Piana is at times difficult to follow, don't attempt without GPS, alternatively hike up the road
Day 6: The descent from Monte Piana is via Sentiero dei Turisti, only undertake in good weather.

Difficulty: Challenging

Know your Limits: You must be in good physical shape and be prepared to make the daily distance in 7-10h. Be prepared to walk 5-8 hours a day.

Hike Smart: Make sure your backpack has a weight-bearing hip belt and is comfortable to carry. Limit yourself to the essentials; fully loaded, your backpack should weigh no more than 7kg (base weight, i.e., exluding water and snacks). Use hiking poles.

Disclaimer: This file is for your personal use. Care has been taken to ensure that the GPX file is accurate but the accuracy of this file cannot be guaranteed. Use it at your own risk. Do not rely solely on your GPS device and this file; always carry map and compass. There is the risk that your GPS device stops functioning or is lost. Moreover, trail conditions are unpredictable; sections might not be walkable and new ways might have to be found.