The Alta Via 1

Self-Guided Running Tour

Run the Dolomites’ most celebrated high route hut to hut, from the turquoise shores of Lago di Braies to the wild limestone valleys above Belluno.

tour highlights

Run the full length of the Alta Via 1, roughly 70 miles of high-alpine singletrack linking Lago di Braies to the southern Dolomites beneath some of Europe's most dramatic limestone walls
Cross the vast Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, where wide plateaus, grazing meadows, and emerald alpine lakes set the rhythm of the early stages
Climb celebrated passes and forcellas in the shadow of the Tofane, Pelmo, Civetta, and Moiazza, with sweeping views across the UNESCO-listed Dolomites
Trace the old front line between Italy and the Austro-Hungarian Empire around Lagazuoi and Passo Falzarego, where World War I tunnels and fortifications still mark the mountains
Finish each day at welcoming mountain rifugios and alpine hotels, many family-run for generations, where hearty Italian mountain cuisine and sunset over the peaks reward the effort

OVERVIEW

The Alta Via 1 self-guided running tour follows one of the most spectacular high mountain routes in the world, a hut-to-hut journey along nearly the entire spine of the eastern Dolomites. Beginning at the turquoise waters of Lago di Braies, the route climbs onto the high Sennes plateau and winds through the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park before tracing a line past the Tofane, Pelmo, Civetta, and Moiazza massifs. Each stage brings a new landscape: rolling alpine meadows, dramatic mountain passes, quiet forested valleys, and ridgeline traverses that feel suspended above the range, ending in the remote southern Dolomites above Belluno.

Days unfold in a true mountain rhythm—sustained climbs to rocky forcellas, steep descents over scree and boulder fields, and runnable stretches across high plateaus, with each day ranging from 5 to 15 miles. Evenings are spent in a mix of traditional rifugios and historic alpine hotels, where warm Italian hospitality and hearty mountain cuisine await.

Detailed route planning, GPX tracks, transfers to the start and from the finish, and 24/7 support from our team and on-the-ground partners let you focus fully on the trail. Designed for confident mountain runners comfortable on rugged, at times exposed terrain, this self-guided Alta Via 1 itinerary offers the freedom to move at your own pace through one of the Alps’ most legendary long-distance routes.

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Date:Self-Guided

Pricing:$3,000

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inclusion + DEtails

Pre-trip guidance, GPX files, and route planning details
Reserved accommodations for your entire trip
Luggage transfers (limited for this self-guided itinerary)
Carefully scouted runs through diverse terrains ranging in daily distances from 5 to 15 miles.
Breakfasts and dinners on most days (as quoted in your itinerary)
24/7 support communication with our Alps-based team
Rogue Expeditions merchandise

NOT INCLUDED

Flights to and from Venice (VCE) Airport
Airport transfers
Alcoholic beverages and drinks other than water
Travel insurance (required)
Personal purchases and souvenirs
Gratuities for guides and local staff (at your discretion)
Personal running gear and equipment (hiking poles recommended)

TESTIMONIALS

I had an amazing time! The runs were all unique and very scenic with plenty of time available to take pictures and enjoy the views. I loved the isolated and cozy feel of all the places we stayed on the trip. I also really appreciated that we stayed at all the locations for two nights, as it felt more relaxing. This is my second Rogue Expeditions trip and I will definitely be back for more. Every experience is so unique and I always meet such friendly and interesting people.

06/04/2024

Alaina K

Such an amazing region of the world! My recent Alpe-Adria trip was my third Rogue Expeditions adventure and it was perfect. The overall beauty of the places we drove, the choices of the individual runs, and the non-running activities couldn’t have been chosen better. Running along Lake Bohinj, rafting in the Soca River, and swimming in the Adriatic Sea were my favorites, but I loved it all. I enjoyed every moment and am already planning next year’s travel with Rogue Expeditions

05/29/2024

Lisa D

Excellent trip and holiday combining my love of running in different and stimulating locations whilst enjoying post run experiences in a new country. Everything ran like clockwork, the camaraderie built through the week and of course the culinary aspect of the entire 8 days was first class to the point where one might have mistaken the package as a cultural and culinary journey with much needed beautiful running workouts the following day! Highly recommend this trip.

09/08/2022

Kevin O

This was my 2nd Rogue trip. The Alpe-Adria trip was talked up before I signed on and yet it somehow still exceeded expectations- this trip was glorious! The meals are next level, views are gorgeous, the planning (including adapting plans to the inevitable unexpected occurrences) is perfect, and the fantastic company on the trip may have still been the best part. 10/10, definitely recommend.

05/30/2024

Matt D