John Ball’s 1857 ascent of Monte Pelmo is usually presented as a clean historical milestone: the first successful climb of the mountain, achieved by a determined Victorian alpinist and recorded in his classic writings.
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Join our Dolomites Visitors Hub on Facebook to connect with fellow mountain enthusiasts and share tips, photos, and experiences!How to start mountain climbing
This page provides some general but essential instructions and tips for those who are looking for an answer to the question how to start mountain climbing. I myself started mountaineering almost 40 years ago, so I feel I could say something about this activity. Read more...Dolomites Solo Book
This ebook documents fifteen years of my solo mountaineering in the Dolomites, starting in 2010 with my first visit and my ascent of Marmolada. Read more...Livigno Peaks Book
This book provides first-hand data for eight major peaks. I include practical and clear information on parking, start points, timings, terrain. Read more...Featured Posts
The “Secret” Bivouacs of Lagorai: Decoding the Culture of Bivacco Campivelo and Bivacco Valletta Alta
I was watching two videos presenting beautiful bivouacs in the Lagorai mountains and realized that the author intentionally did not disclose their names or locations.
Bivouac to Bivouac in the Dolomites: A Different Way to Experience the Mountains
The Dolomites are famous for their dramatic peaks, iconic rifugios, and crowded summer trails. But hidden high among these mountains is another world entirely: the world of bivouacs. This text is about them.
New Bivacco Frattini: Innovation or Architectural Vanity?
The new Bivacco Aldo Frattini was recently installed at 2300 meters in the Orobie Alps. Its design raises some serious questions.