The Nuvolau Dolomites is a mountain range in Italy, situated near the town of Cortina d’Ampezzo. Right at the summit stands the historic Rifugio Nuvolau. Established in 1883, it is the oldest mountain hut in the Dolomites, offering a 360° panorama of the Cinque Torri, Tofana di Rozes, Marmolada, Pelmo, and Civetta mountains.
During World War I the Nuvolau group was a strategic Italian military outpost in the conflict against Austro – Hungarian forces. Because of their tactical vantage point the primary Italian observation posts were located on Monte Nuvolau and Cinque Torri. Today, at the base of Cinque Torri, you will find one of the largest open air war museums (Museo all’aperto delle Cinque Torri), which features restored trench lines, command headquarters and artillery positions.
In the Nuvolau Dolomites, you will find short, beginner-friendly via ferrata routes that reward you with some of the most stunning landscapes the Dolomites have to offer.
Via Ferrata Routes in the Nuvolau Dolomites
Via Ferrata Ra Gusela in the Dolomites for Beginners
Rising in pure majesty above Passo Giau, Ra Gusela is easily one of the most photogenic peaks in the Dolomites. And yes, you can actually climb it! Check out the full guide to Via Ferrata Ra Gusela: an easy, beginner-friendly route featuring 360° summit views, best places to stay near Cortina d’Ampezzo and much more.
Via ferrata Averau: beginner friendly route in Dolomites
Looking for an incredible Dolomites experience without the extreme effort? Via Ferrata Averau is a short, beginner-friendly route that leads to a stunning 2,649-meter summit right next to the famous Cinque Torri. Recently updated with separate climbing and descent lines to avoid crowds, this route features fun ladders and rock sections that are perfect for beginners and families alike. Read on for the full guide on where to stay, how to get there, and how to combine it with nearby trails for the perfect day in the mountains.