HomeTrailsAlta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 1 vs Via Alpina Blue D2

Alta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 1 vs Via Alpina Blue D2

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

Units
Alta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 1 Via Alpina Blue D2
Distance 78 mi125 km 8.3 mi13 km
Elevation gain 17,402 ft5,304 m 3,320 ft1,012 m
Typical duration 7 days 1 day
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network Regional International
Country Italy Italy
Best time to hike Best from June to August Best from August to August
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Alta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 1 vs Via Alpina Blue D2: which should you hike?

At 78 mi125 km, Alta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 1 is the longer route — roughly 69 mi112 km more than Via Alpina Blue D2 (8.3 mi13 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Alpina Blue D2 is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.