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Skiing in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy: Does It Deserve the Gold Medal?

Story · Jan 14, 2026

Discover Tofana ski area in Cortina d'Ampezzo: free parking tips, Olympic runs, and scenic Dolomites terrain. Complete guide to skiing Italy's 2026 Winter Games host.

7 min read
Two Days in Cortina d’Ampezzo: The Queen of the Dolomites

Story · Jan 14, 2026

Planning a trip to Cortina d'Ampezzo? Honest review of skiing, crowds, prices, hotels, and food in one of the Dolomites' most famous resorts before the 2026 Olympics.

14 min read
Latemar Ski Day: When Life Gives You Broken Lifts, You Après-Ski

Story · Jan 10, 2026

Latemar Dolomites ski day review (Obereggen–Predazzo): sunshine, crowds, icy runs, a lift shutdown, and the best après-ski + parking tips for doing it right.

9 min read
Seceda Ski Day: Epic Views in Val Gardena

Story · Jan 2, 2026

Skiing Seceda in Val Gardena, Italy—epic Dolomite views, lifts and best runs, where to eat, and honest snowboarder tips for a Dolomiti Superski day.

6 min read
Alpe Cermis: A Low-Key Start to the Dolomiti Superski Season

Story · Dec 27, 2025

Alpe Cermis ski area review in Cavalese, Italy. Snow conditions, lift access, runs, food, and tips for a relaxed first day on the Dolomiti Superski circuit.

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Tschafon Hut Hike

Hike · Dec 17, 2025

Short hike from Lavina Bianca up to Tschafon Hut sitting in the saddle above Tires. It can be an easy and casual stroll or a legit workout. Whatever you want to make it.

Tires, South Tyrol, Italy Out & Back 3.1 km · 1h 50m 1h ↑ 528 m ⇅ 1190 m · 1737 m
Monte Cornetto on Ice

Hike · Dec 14, 2025

Easy ridge hike starting in the meadows south-west of Cima Palon going up to the summit of Monte Cornetto. Reasonable distance and elevation gain packed with killer views.

Monte Bondone, Trento, Italy Out & Back 9.1 km · 4h 15m 2h 30m ↑ 611 m ⇅ 1550 m · 2178 m
Rifugio Bergamo from Lavina Bianca

Hike · Dec 11, 2025

Moderate out-and-back hike from Lavina Bianca, Tires following the river in Valle di Ciamin before climbing up to Rifugio Bergamo (Grasleitenhütte). Alpine creek, green meadows, calming woods, soaring cliffs - it's got it all and more - even goats & snow if you're lucky.

Tires, South Tyrol, Italy Out & Back 14.1 km · 6h 4h 6m ↑ 965 m ⇅ 1190 m · 2138 m
Climbing Via del Gracchio - Day 3 of Our Dolomites Trad Adventure

Story · Dec 2, 2025

Discover Via del Gracchio in Val di Fassa — a moderate 7–8 pitch trad climb near Rifugio Roda di Vael with great rock, easy access, and unforgettable views.

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Solo Hiking to Rifiguio Bergamo: Moody with a Chance of Goats

Story · Nov 24, 2025

A spontaneous solo hike to Rifugio Bergamo after a cold, fog-filled drive to Tires—unexpected snow, goats, schnapps, and a perfect Dolomites adventure.

9 min read
3D-Printed Climbing Rope Hooks: How I Organized My Rope Closet

Story · Nov 22, 2025

DIY rope storage: 3D-printed climbing rope hooks & pegboard. Design workflow in Blender, printing tips, & the final organized rope closet setup.

6 min read
Tschafon Hut: The Most Charming Mountain Escape in Tiers

Story · Nov 16, 2025

Discover Tschafon Hut in Tiers, South Tyrol: a cozy, family-run mountain refuge with stunning Dolomites views, farm-to-table food, hiking routes, and peaceful slow-living vibes.

12 min read
Climbing Via Fehrmann - Day 2 of Our Dolomites Trad Adventure

Story · Nov 11, 2025

Via Fehrmann on Torre Stabeler (Vajolet Towers): approach, practical pitch notes, and descent via Via Emerich, from our Dolomites trad course day.

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Climbing Via Piccola Micheluzzi - Day 1 of Our Dolomites Trad Adventure

Story · Oct 29, 2025

A guided trad day on Via Piccola Micheluzzi (Piz Ciavazes) above Passo Sella in the Dolomites—approach, climbing, descent, and what to expect.

13 min read
From Terrified to Terrific: 3-Day Trad Course in the Dolomites

Story · Oct 22, 2025

We took a 3-day trad climbing course in Pozza di Fassa (Val di Fassa, Dolomites) — what it cost, how it worked, and what we learned.

13 min read
Cycling in the Alps for Beginners: What I Wish I Knew

Story · Oct 14, 2025

Beginner cycling in the Alps: what my first climbs near Trento taught me about gearing, pacing, hydration, and descending.

7 min read
Nine Bags, One Cat, and a One-Way Ticket to Trento

Story · Oct 14, 2025

New blog, who dis? First ever post on our blog about Trentino. We're new in Trento and we're ready to explore.

9 min read