How long is the Dolomites Alpine Loop from Bolzano route?

This route takes 9 days taking in 6 stops.

Where does this route start and end?

The route runs from Bolzano (Bozen), South Tyrol, Italy to Bolzano (Bozen), South Tyrol, Italy in South Tyrol / Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy.

When is the best time to travel this route?

The best time to travel this route is Mid-June to September.

How active is this route?

Activity level: Active. Moderately active — expect some walking and light physical activity.

What transport do I need for this route?

This route works best with a car.

What budget do I need for this route?

Mid-range spending — expect comfortable accommodation and a mix of dining options.

What type of accommodation suits this route?

Hotels accommodation works well along this route.

What is the pace of this trip?

Balanced — a good mix of sightseeing and downtime.

What type of trip is this?

This route is well-suited to: Scenic, Nature, Adventure, Classic road trip, Culture.

Dolomites Alpine Loop from Bolzano

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The route · 6 stops

5 overnight bases · 1 stop on the way

Bolzano (Bozen)

1 night

South Tyrol's cosmopolitan capital blends Italian piazza culture with Austrian Tyrolean architecture. The covered arcades lead to a Gothic cathedral, while the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology houses Ötzi the Iceman, a 5,300-year-old mummy. Book tickets in advance; afternoon wine bars and the Renon cable car complete the arrival day.South Tyrol's cosmopolitan capital blends Italian piazza culture with Austrian Tyrolean architecture. The covered arcades lead to a Gothic cathedral, while the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology houses Ötzi the Iceman, a 5,300-year-old mummy. Book tickets in advance; afternoon wine bars and the Renon cable car complete the arrival day.

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35m · 42 km drive to Canazei

Canazei

2 nights

The Great Dolomites Road climbs to Canazei through Lago di Carezza, a turquoise lake reflecting the Latemar massif. Base here for two nights: the first for the Pordoi cable car to the Sass Pordoi terrace at 2,950m with views of Marmolada and the Sella group, the second for the Fedaia Pass and glacier viewpoint.The Great Dolomites Road climbs to Canazei through Lago di Carezza, a turquoise lake reflecting the Latemar massif. Base here for two nights: the first for the Pordoi cable car to the Sass Pordoi terrace at 2,950m with views of Marmolada and the Sella group, the second for the Fedaia Pass and glacier viewpoint.

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31m · 37 km drive to Cortina d'Ampezzo

Cortina d'Ampezzo

2 nights

Italy's most glamorous mountain resort is the base for the Tre Cime di Lavaredo circuit, the route's standout hike. Drive the toll road to Rifugio Auronzo and walk the 10km loop around the three iconic spires in 3-4 hours. The Cinque Torri cable car and WWI trench museum fill the second day well.Italy's most glamorous mountain resort is the base for the Tre Cime di Lavaredo circuit, the route's standout hike. Drive the toll road to Rifugio Auronzo and walk the 10km loop around the three iconic spires in 3-4 hours. The Cinque Torri cable car and WWI trench museum fill the second day well.

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20m · 24 km drive to Lago di Braies

Lago di Braies

1 night

Pragser Wildsee is the most beautiful lake in the Dolomites: vivid turquoise water enclosed by near-vertical cliff walls, with rowing boats for hire and a shoreline path. Arriving before 9am or staying overnight avoids peak summer crowds and car park restrictions.Pragser Wildsee is the most beautiful lake in the Dolomites: vivid turquoise water enclosed by near-vertical cliff walls, with rowing boats for hire and a shoreline path. Arriving before 9am or staying overnight avoids peak summer crowds and car park restrictions.

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38m · 45 km drive to Ortisei (Val Gardena)

Ortisei (Val Gardena)

2 nights

The capital of the Ladin-speaking Val Gardena is the base for two Alpine highlights: the Seceda cable car to the dramatic Fermeda Towers ridgeline, and the Alpe di Siusi plateau, Europe's largest alpine meadow at 1,850m. A detour to Val di Funes adds the classic Santa Magdalena church and Odle massif panorama.The capital of the Ladin-speaking Val Gardena is the base for two Alpine highlights: the Seceda cable car to the dramatic Fermeda Towers ridgeline, and the Alpe di Siusi plateau, Europe's largest alpine meadow at 1,850m. A detour to Val di Funes adds the classic Santa Magdalena church and Odle massif panorama.

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On the way

Bolzano (Bozen)
28m · 33 km
The loop returns to Bolzano in 40 minutes via the A22 motorway. A final morning allows a revisit to the old town market, Piazza Walther, or the Ötzi Museum before the onward journey to Verona, Innsbruck, or Venice.The loop returns to Bolzano in 40 minutes via the A22 motorway. A final morning allows a revisit to the old town market, Piazza Walther, or the Ötzi Museum before the onward journey to Verona, Innsbruck, or Venice.
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Dolomites Alpine Loop from Bolzano