Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Italy

Tre Cime di Lavaredo

Three huge rock towers, the icon of the Dolomites.

  • Jun–Sep
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Tre Cime di Lavaredo

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the loop around the Tre Cime from Rifugio Auronzo, about 3 to 4 hours.
  2. AfternoonStop at Rifugio Locatelli for the classic view of the three towers.
  3. EveningStay in Cortina d'Ampezzo or by Lake Misurina.

Day 2

Visit Lago di Braies or Lago di Sorapis.

What to eat

Polenta with venison stew at a mountain hut.

Local tips

Make the most of Tre Cime di Lavaredo

Beat the crowds

Start the loop early in the morning. In July and August the trail near the main hut is very busy by late morning.

Best photo spot

The famous view of the three peaks from the north side, near the Dreizinnenhütte refuge, especially in the evening light.

Getting there

A toll road climbs to the Rifugio Auronzo, where the loop starts. In summer you can also come by bus.

Don't miss nearby

Lake Misurina, at the start of the toll road, with the peaks reflected in the water.

Good to know

The full loop is about 10 km and takes around 3-4 hours. Weather changes fast in the mountains: bring a warm layer even in summer.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Tre Cime di Lavaredo

Getting there

  • Bolzano Airport (BZO)75 km away
  • Innsbruck Airport (INN)100 km away
  • Innsbruck100 km away
  • Venice130 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeJun–Sep
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryItaly

Questions

Tre Cime di Lavaredo: good to know

Is Tre Cime di Lavaredo worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. Three huge rock towers, the icon of the Dolomites.

How many days do you need in Tre Cime di Lavaredo?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Tre Cime di Lavaredo?

The best time to visit is Jun to Sep. Start the loop early in the morning. In July and August the trail near the main hut is very busy by late morning.

How do you get to Tre Cime di Lavaredo?

The nearest airport is Bolzano Airport (BZO), about 75 km away. A toll road climbs to the Rifugio Auronzo, where the loop starts. In summer you can also come by bus.

What is there to see near Tre Cime di Lavaredo?

Nearby hidden places include Lago di Braies (19 km), Grossglockner Road (62 km) and Krimml Waterfalls (66 km).

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