Cima di Larsec

Photo 1: Rifugio Gardeccia is a popular starting point for ascents into the Rosengarten massif.

Photo 2: Trail to Rifugio Vajolet – the path leads between rock walls that glow with the typical reddish colour of the 'Rosengarten' at sunrise.

Photo 3: Rifugio Vajolet – a legendary hut beneath the Torri del Vajolet. As early as the 19th century, first ascensionists of the Dolomite walls came here.

Photo 4: Rifugio Vajolet with a panorama of the famous Torri del Vajolet, among the most iconic symbols of the Dolomites.

Photo 5: Trail from Rifugio Vajolet to Passo Principe – a mountain path also used by early climbers ascending Kesselkogel (3004 m).

Photo 6: Looking back into the Valle del Vajolet – the contrast between the green valley and steep rocks gives this place a dramatic character.

Photo 7: Ascent to Passo Principe – the pass lies in the middle of an amphitheatre of steep walls, known for its small hut right beneath the vertical rocks.

Photo 8: Passo Principe (2601 m) – a strategic point where hiking trails meet and ascents to the surrounding peaks begin.

Photo 9: View from the summit of Cima di Larsec (2890 m) of Kesselkogel (3004 m) – the highest peak of the Rosengarten group, dominating the entire ridge.

Photo 10: On Cima di Larsec, with a fine view of the neighbouring Cima Scalieret (2887 m) – a lesser-known but attractive peak for hikers.

Photo 11: Aerial view of the Vajolet Towers, an iconic landmark of the Dolomites. In the background, Rifugio Passo Santner is visible below the summit of Rosengartenspitze, a popular destination for climbers.

Photo 12: View of Passo Principe (2601 m) and the switchbacks leading to it. This mountain pass is a major junction of hiking trails in the Catinaccio massif.

Photo 13: View of Passo Antermoia (2770 m), from where the ascent of Cima di Larsec and Cima di Laussa begins. This pass is frequently used on treks through the central Dolomites.

Photo 14: Summit of Cima di Larsec (2891 m), the highest point of the Larsec group. The summit offers panoramic views of the Rosengarten massif and Val di Fassa.

Photo 15: Summit of Cima di Scalieret (2887 m), located near Cima di Larsec. Both peaks form a prominent part of the Larsec ridge with sharp rock lines.

Video from the hike to Cima di Larsec