HomeTrailsAlta Via n. 2 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 2 vs Via Francigena - 04 Emilia Romagna

Alta Via n. 2 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 2 vs Via Francigena - 04 Emilia Romagna

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

Alta Via n. 2 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 2 Via Francigena - 04 Emilia Romagna
Distance 185 km 150 km
Elevation gain 8,825 m 1,308 m
Typical duration
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. 2 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 2 vs Via Francigena - 04 Emilia Romagna: which should you hike?

At 185 km, Alta Via n. 2 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg Nr. 2 is the longer route — roughly 36 km more than Via Francigena - 04 Emilia Romagna (150 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 - 04 Emilia Romagna 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.