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VIA FERRATA RODA DI VAEL
The spectacular ferrata of Roda di Vael, with a mountain guide. 360° panorama on the Catinaccio group, on the Latemar, Sassolungo, Sella, Marmolada and on the Pale di San Martino
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Info Sheet
Period: from June to Mid October
Type of tour: Private tour/activity (only for you and your group)
Duration: approx. 8,5 hours (8:00 - 16:30)
Departure and arrival: from your hotel in Bolzano or neighbourhood
Lunch: packed lunch (not included in the price)
Form of transport: by car or van including driver/guide
Mountain guide: Italian, English, German
Trekking /Via Ferrata
Difficulty: Expert hikers (Level 4)
The itinerary alternates sections of different difficulty: Sections equipped with cables or ladders; exposed sections NOT equipped with cables; sections in the tunnel; stretches on snow or ice (depending on the season) that require the use of rope and harness.
Duration: approx. 4 - 5 hours
Length: 8 km / 5 miles
Elevation: ↑↓ 680 m / 2,231 ft
What to Expect
- The spectacular via ferrata of Roda di Vael
- The Fassa Valley and its Dolomites
- The blue and emerald green of Lake Carezza and the Latemar
- The Rosengarten/Catinaccio famous for the legend of King Laurin
Clothing and Equipment
Heavy equipment: Trekking boots, waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex or similar), fleece or sweater (layering system), hat and gloves, rucksack, thermos bottle, extendable trekking poles, sunglasses and sunscreen. Recommended: trekking pants, change of underclothes, rain cape.
The clothing indicated above depends on the season, but it is wise to consider the climate in the high mountains and the possible changes in weather conditions. (See also Technical Advice)
Anti COVID-19 provisions
COVID-19 products and devices are provided on site. The vehicles are sanitized after each journey.
Itinerary
The Ega Valley begins just outside Bolzano. Along the valley you can see the grandeur of the Catinaccio and the Latemar massif; two mountain groups that testify the geological evolution of the Dolomites over hundreds of millions of years.
Your excursion begins by taking the panoramic Paolina chairlift. From the top station, you walk north towards the spectacular west face of the Roda di Vael until you reach the start of the via ferrata at Passo del Vajolon (2,560 m / 8,399 ft). There, once you have put on your equipment (harness, helmet, via ferrata set) you proceed, always accompanied by your mountain guide.
The via ferrata runs right on the ridge, on rocky terrain, equipped with steel cables. The view is spectacular, both to the right and to the left, on both sides of the Catinaccio. As you arrive at the top at 2,806 m / 9,206 ft, you can rest in front of a panorama formed by the other peaks of the Catinaccio, by the Latemar and further away, by the Sasso Lungo, the Sella Group, the Marmolada and the Pale di San Martino. Stop for a packed lunch.
After the lunch break, a descent towards the pretty Rifugio Roda di Vael (2,283 m / 7,490 ft);
a short stop for a drink or a coffee. You return to the Paolina mountain station, passing near the monument to Christomannos. Friends and admirers erected this huge bronze eagle, right where Theodor Christomannos, who designed the Great Dolomites Road, loved to stop to admire the Fassa Dolomites.
The chairlift takes you back to the Costalunga Pass. Your beautiful day ends with a stop at Lake Carezza; you can walk the easy path that goes around it or simply admire the different variations of green and turquoise colors of this alpine lake at the foot of the Latermar.
Note: The program may change due to circumstances beyond our control, such as weather conditions, festive or seasonal closures of roads, museums, cable cars etc. In these cases, alternative solutions will be provided.
Price
Price per group
| OUR PROPOSALS FOR YOUR TOUR | PRICE PER GROUP | ||
| 1 - 2 people |
3 - 6 people | ||
| Mountain guide included transportion (Italian, German and English) |
€ 0.00 | € 0.00 | |
Included
- Mountain guide
- Departure from your hotel and return to your hotel
- Via ferrata equipment (harness, helmet, carabiners)
- Parking, tolls, taxes
- Mountain guide
- Departure from your hotel and return to your hotel
- Via ferrata equipment (harness, helmet, carabiners)
- Parking, tolls, taxes
Not Included
- Lunch
- Cable car ticket
- Anything not included in "Included"
Cancellation
Cancellation requests must be sent by post, fax or e-mail and are subject to the following penalties:
- No penalty for cancellations made up to 11 days prior to tour date;
- 25% of the total amount for trip for cancellations made between 10 and 7 days prior to tour date;
- 50% of the total amount for trip for cancellations made between 6 and 4 days prior to tour date;
- 100% of the total amount for trip for cancellations made within 3 days prior to tour date.
Things to know
Our vacations
If you are looking for a vacation in the Dolomites and in the north of Italy you are in the right place. We have a variety of solutions which bring together nature, culture, wine tasting and gastronomy and sport in different combinations so you have a chance to choose the solution that best fits your needs. 
General informationEverything you need to know about traveling with us. Travel packages, hotel accommodations, restaurants, payments and cancellations. A list of small information and links to pages with more details.
Technical adviceLevel of experience required and difficulty. Our walks, in general, are suitable for anyone in good health. In some cases a certain experience of walking and a good level of fitness are required.
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