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Hiking in the 3 Zinnen Dolomites region

In your free time, you love nothing better than to lace up your hiking boots and explore the mountains on foot? Then the 3 Zinnen Dolomites region is just the place for you. Surrounding the legendary Three Peaks, you can find a vast network of well-maintained hiking trails for all fitness levels.

Challenge yourself on demanding summit tours, enjoy the peaceful nature on gentle paths or head off on family-friendly mountain adventures with your children – the 3 Zinnen Dolomites region offers ideal conditions for all of this and more. Inviting mountain huts and restaurants along the way add the finishing touch to your hiking experience.

The 3 Zinnen Dolomites hiking region

Experiencing the stunning landscape of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site up close: That’s one of the biggest appeals of hiking in the 3 Zinnen Dolomites region. Towering peaks, gentle valleys and charming alpine pastures make exploring the Prags and Sexten Dolomites a truly memorable experience.

However, the Dolomites aren’t just for seasoned mountaineers. A wide range of leisurely walks, scenic strolls and family-friendly routes also lead through this unique natural setting. Whether you’re after relaxed high-altitude paths, long-distance hikes or Alpine climbs: The 3 Zinnen Dolomites region offers an impressive variety of routes for all skill levels.

All hikes in the region
Helm, start of the multi-day hike | © 3 Zinnen Dolomites - Harald Wisthaler, Sesto
Intermediate
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Sexten
Alpine tour: On the Carnic Mountain Ridge
Distance 26,8 km
Activity time 9 h 00 min
Ascent 842 m
Descent 1.545 m
Status
open
Gsellwiesen | © Sesto
Intermediate
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Innichen, Sexten
Hike: Eastern "Gsell"
Distance 10,8 km
Activity time 4 h 41 min
Ascent 814 m
Descent 814 m
Status
open
Toblach
Snowshoe-hiking tour: Ratsberg/Monte Rota - Mellaten/Melate
Distance 3,5 km
Activity time 1 h 27 min
Ascent 233 m
Descent 56 m
Status
open
Rifugio Lachwiesen/ Lachwiesenhütte | © Dobbiaco
Intermediate
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Toblach
Summer-walk to the Lachwiesen hut
Distance 6,7 km
Activity time 2 h 31 min
Ascent 453 m
Descent 453 m
Status
open
Pragser Tal
Family hiking tour - Schmieden/Ferrara Circuit
Distance 3,3 km
Activity time 56 min
Ascent 110 m
Descent 110 m
Status
open
Niederdorf
Family hiking tour: Niederdorf/Villabassa - Mooskircherunde/Passeggiata "Mooskirche" circuit - Niederdorf/Villabassa
Distance 2,5 km
Activity time 38 min
Ascent 21 m
Descent 21 m
Status
open
Toblach
Theme path: Toblach/Dobbiaco - Fontanta "ZweiWasserBrunnen" - labyrinth
Distance 3,3 km
Activity time 2 h 00 min
Ascent 182 m
Descent 66 m
Status
open
Innichen
Family hike: Rifugio Gigante Baranci/Riese Haunold Hütte Mountain Hut
Distance 2,8 km
Activity time 50 min
Ascent 314 m
Descent 0 m
Status
open
Rad Mountainbike | © Villabassa
Intermediate
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Pragser Tal, Niederdorf
Cycling Path Niederdorf/Villabassa - Val Casies/ Gsiesertal Valley
Distance 21,9 km
Activity time 1 h 43 min
Ascent 329 m
Descent 78 m
Status
open

Simply wonderful: family hikes in the region

The 3 Zinnen Dolomites region is perfect even for the youngest hiking fans. A wide range of themed trails, family parks and easy routes ensure that the little ones can explore nature in a fun and engaging way.

Extra convenient: Families with small children can skip the first uphill sections by taking a relaxed ride up to the start of their hiking trail with the region’s cable cars. Along the trail, numerous mountain huts and restaurants invite you to take a well-earned break – with stunning mountain views and, of course, a selection of homemade treats.

© Wisthaler Harald

Routes for ambitious Alpine enthusiasts

Do you love to earn a mountain with every step, constantly in search of the next challenge? Then you will be pleased to hear that the 3 Zinnen Dolomites region boasts a varied and demanding terrain. Pack your backpack, lace up your boots and set off on one-of-a-kind tours that require precise planning and plenty of stamina. Your reward after the exhausting climb: spectacular views that you have earned through your own strength, Alpine skills and determination.

A special tip for seasoned mountaineers: the challenging hut-to-hut hikes around the Zwölfer Kofel. These extensive routes traverse high-alpine terrain with constant ascents and descents, demanding fitness as well as surefootedness. On multi-day tours, you can push your physical and mental limits, enjoying early morning starts and well-earned breaks at over 2,000 metres above sea level.

Hiking tips for every taste

Sporty or leisurely, family-friendly or challenging: The 3 Zinnen Dolomites hiking region stands out for the variety of its hiking trails. In and around the Three Peaks and Fanes-Sennes-Prags nature parks, you will find routes to suit every skill level and preference.

While leisure hikers and nature lovers are drawn to scenic spots like Plätzwiese or Rossalm, those seeking a challenge can find it on the Schusterplatte peak or during the Stoneman Hike. Families with children particularly enjoy the easy and fun-filled walking and hiking trails around Toblach and Prags.

All hikes at a glance

Whether you’re after a gentle Alpine walk, a tough mountain tour or a long-distance hike: In the 3 Zinnen Dolomites region, your personal adventure awaits. Our trail overview makes it easy to get started and plan your next tour.

3 Zinnen Mountain Card

5 mountains, 1 ticket: The 3 Zinnen Mountain Card gives you unlimited access to all cable cars and lifts in the 3 Zinnen Dolomites region – opening the door to a new alpine adventure every single day.

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