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✅ Experience the dramatic heart of the Rosengarten / Catinaccio massif
✅ Hike across high alpine passes and spectacular Dolomite scenery
✅ Spend the night at iconic Rifugio Passo Santner at 2,734 m
✅ Traverse the wild and beautiful Tschamin Valley
✅ A compact but adventurous hut-to-hut escape in the Dolomites
This self-guided 2-day adventure takes you deep into one of the most impressive mountain groups in the Dolomites: the Rosengarten.
Starting at the top station of the Paolina lift at Passo Costalunga, the trail leads to Rifugio Roda di Vaèl before crossing Passo delle Cigolade and reaching Rifugio Vajolet. From here, a secured mountain trail climbs steadily toward Rifugio Passo Santner (2,734 m), your spectacular overnight stay high above the Val di Fassa.
Rifugio Passo Santner is truly one of the most breathtaking hut locations in the Dolomites. Perched directly beneath the legendary Vajolet Towers, it offers dramatic vertical rock walls, unforgettable sunset light over the Catinaccio peaks, and a unique high-alpine atmosphere. Staying here feels wild, remote, and deeply alpine — a true Dolomites highlight.
On day two, the route continues via Rifugio Vajolet and climbs toward Rifugio Passo Principe. You then traverse the impressive landscape near Passo del Molignon before reaching Rifugio Bergamo. The descent through the scenic Tschamin Valley leads down to Tires, where you return comfortably to the starting point by public transport or cable car and bus.
Shorter and alternative hiking options are available depending on fitness level and weather conditions.
Detailed Program
🗓️ Day 1: Paolina Lift – Rifugio Passo Santner (2,734 m)
↑ 1,030 m ascent – ↓ 440 m descent – 12.3 km – approx. 6 hrs
(Optional shorter variation available)
🗓️ Day 2: Rifugio Passo Santner – Tschamin Valley – Tires
↑ 420 m ascent – ↓ 2,000 m descent – 13.5 km – approx. 6 hrs
(Alternative route options available)
Note: Rifugio Passo Santner has limited capacity and is in high demand. If unavailable, we will arrange a suitable alternative hut within the Rosengarten group.
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What's Included?
✅ Hut booking
We arrange all hut reservations along your itinerary, so you can focus on enjoying the hike.
✅ travel guide
A complete, day-by-day guide with maps, route notes, and practical info – delivered digitally.
✅ pre-hike zoom meeting
A pre-hike Zoom meeting with a local hiking guide who will provide in-depth information about the tour
✅ accomodation
Along your self guided hiking tour, your overnight stays will be in traditional mountain huts. As a standard, we reserve spots in shared dormitories. If you prefer a private room, we’re happy to check availability upon request. Should private rooms be fully booked or unavailable in a specific hut, we will automatically secure a place for you in a dormitory. Please note that private rooms come with an extra charge due to higher costs.
✅ HAlf board (where possible)
This is breakfast and dinner in the huts. Your hut accommodation includes both dinner and breakfast, unless stated otherwise in the service description. This way, you can hike with a lighter pack and won’t need to plan additional meals for the evening and morning. Please note that lunch is not included, but can usually be purchased directly at the huts.
Optional extras
❓ Extra night before and/or after
You can add an overnight stay before and/or after your trek – simply let us know during booking.
❓ Airport Transfer
We can help arrange airport transfers to and from the starting point of your hike – just let us know your travel plans.
How to book?
For booking confirmation we ask from 30 up to 50% deposit (depending on the choosen tour) of the total tour amount.
We check the accomodations availability and come back to you within a few working days.
If the accomodations are available the tour is confirmed, balance is due at least 8 weeks before the tour start. If we don't get the accomodations for you, you'll get your money back! Sounds like a plan, right?
Yes, cancellations are possible – we understand that plans can change. Our cancellation policy is fair and transparent, and the conditions depend on how far in advance you cancel. You’ll find all the details clearly outlined in our Terms and Conditions, so you can book with confidence.
What's excluded?
❌ Tourist tax
You can pay the tourist tax directly at the accomodation (approx. 1,50€ per person per night)
❌ Lunch
Dinner and breakfast are covered – you’ll just need to grab your lunch at the huts en route. They usually offer hearty meals and snacks.
❌ Travel insurance
You are responsible for your own travel insurance. Be sure to check your coverage with your insurer before the trip.
❌ personal expenses
Any personal spending – like drinks, snacks, or souvenirs – is at your own expense.