June 16 to 19 The Dolomites

A quick drive to the base of the Dolomites & a day of rest on the banks of Lago del  Corlo below the towering peaks at Arsie – a lovely spot despite the name. Apart from the changed scenery we also noted a distinct change to the house design – they are more like Tyrolian ski lodges & tend to have some garden area – though the streets in the towns are still narrow. Really quite beautiful.

Lago del Corlo from near our cabin

Today it was warm early (26 deg) we headed to San Martino di Castrozza & the Passo di Rolle high in the Dolomites (over 2,000 metres). The sheer cliffs, waterfalls, snow melt rivers & razor sharp peaks & snow made for spectacular scenery. The roads were narrow & windy but in good nick. Met a farmer milking his cows right near the pass who also loved the view but not the government??

Passo di Rolle

Near Passo di Rolle

Had a short walk at the Pass just before the temp dropped from 30 to 16 & heavy rain started. Returned via Croce d’Aune – another beautiful pass. The temp was back to 30 but with 70% humidity so had a local beer. These mountains are truly stunning.

Headed along the Canal del Mis valley then over several high passes (up to 2,100 metres but with peaks sill well over our heads) until we reached Cortina on the other side of the Dolomites – wow, wow, wow, such stunning scenery at every turn. Had a couple of short walks along the way & then settled into our nice little lodge.

Val Falcina walk

Next day headed back up the mountains & took a chairlift to “5 Torri” (a group of 5 huge rocky outcrops on top of a hill). Had an amazing walk around the base with unbelievable 360 degree views. Then walked back down the hill – a steep 1 hour descent. Then headed to the pass to contemplate another chair but too scary for me. Had one further walk in the beautiful forest beside waterfalls & bubbling streams before heading back for a rest.

Rob & Anne at 5 Torri

View from top of chair

One of the 5 Torri

Valley below 5 Torri