HomeTrailsAlta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 1 vs Via Francigena - 02 Piemonte

Alta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 1 vs Via Francigena - 02 Piemonte

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 Francigena - 02 Piemonte
Distance 78 mi125 km 57 mi92 km
Elevation gain 17,402 ft5,304 m 1,342 ft409 m
Typical duration 7 days 4 days
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 November to November
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Alta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 1 vs Via Francigena - 02 Piemonte: which should you hike?

At 78 mi125 km, Alta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 1 is the longer route — roughly 21 mi33 km more than Via Francigena - 02 Piemonte (57 mi92 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Francigena - 02 Piemonte 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.