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.
Marmolada Cave Bivouac: The Oldest Bivouac in the Dolomites Above a Retreating Glacier
When I climbed Marmolada in 2010, I noticed a cave high above the glacier and became convinced it was a military outpost from WW1. I was completely wrong.