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.
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.
Beyond the Emergency: The Real Spirit of Alpine Bivouacs
There is currently a debate over safety, social media, and over-tourism related to bivouacs. Before we label these shelters as ’emergency only,’ we need to look closer at the diverse roles they play across the Dolomites and beyond.
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