Dolomiti di Brenta: what to do and what to see
Madonna di Campiglio is located in one of the most beautiful areas of the entire alpine arc. Making it so suggestive are, in particular, the Dolomiti di Brenta, inserted in the pristine context of the Parco Naturale Adamello Brenta. These mountains, a paradise for hikers and mountaineers, were recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009. With this article, we want to help you get to know them better and suggest some ways to explore them in a responsible and sustainable way.
Dolomiti di Brenta Group
The Dolomiti di Brenta Group is enclosed to the north by Val di Sole, to the south by Valli Giudicarie, to the east by Val di Non, Lake Molveno, and the Paganella Plateau, and to the west by Val Rendena. Within it, there are many famous locations: Pinzolo, Dimaro, Cles, Molveno, Andalo, San Lorenzo in Banale, Folgarida, Marilleva, and our own Madonna di Campiglio.
Adamello Brenta National Park
The PNAB, Parco Naturale Adamello Brenta, is the largest protected area in the entire Trentino region. It includes the mountain groups of Adamello and the Dolomiti di Brenta, is crossed by Val Rendena, and surrounded by the valleys of Non, Sole, and Giudicarie. The altitude ranges from 477 to 3,558 meters, with an incredible variety of flora and fauna. In 2008, the Adamello Brenta Geopark became part of the European and Global Geoparks Network under the auspices of UNESCO.
Trails and via ferratas in the Brenta Group
The Dolomiti di Brenta Group offers enthusiasts many trails and equipped routes. The Sentiero delle Bocchette, divided into Centrali and Alte, is perhaps the most famous route in the Dolomites. With its 800 meters of elevation gain and 10 hours of walking time, it leads up to an altitude of 2,500 meters. However, the alternatives are truly many, with via ferratas of different lengths and difficulties. All of them, it is good to remember, should be tackled with the appropriate equipment and under the supervision of an expert alpine guide.
Bike and eBike on the Dolomiti di Brenta
The bicycle, and in particular the mountain bike, is certainly one of the best ways to discover the beauty of the Dolomiti di Brenta. The valleys and woods are crossed by many cycling routes, designed for cyclists with different training levels: there are those for families, with long flat stretches and gentle ups and downs like the Val Rendena cycle path, and those for sports enthusiasts, to be done with the right protection and the suitable vehicle.
Refuges on the Dolomiti di Brenta
Rifugio Pedrotti, Agostini, Tuckett, Graffer, Cacciatori, Brentei, Alimonta, and Dodici Apostoli: the Dolomiti di Brenta are dotted with large and small refuges where you can find refreshment and rest during an excursion. Some are more accessible, others require more experience and specific equipment. To reach them, it often takes several hours of walking and via ferrata, so it is appropriate to set out only in optimal physical conditions. Do not forget that safety in the mountains is always the most important thing.
Campiglio Dolomiti di Brenta Ski Area
With its 150 kilometers of slopes and 60 ski lifts, the Skiarea Campiglio Dolomiti di Brenta – which also includes the Sole and Rendena valleys – is the largest ski area in Trentino. The slopes are constantly snow-covered and groomed, all accessible with a single ski pass. A true winter sports paradise dedicated to skiers of all ages.
In this "journey" through the Dolomiti di Brenta, we are sure you will find something that suits you! We await you, as always, with open arms.
