Between hanging ledges and majestic towers: the most beautiful via ferratas of the Brenta Dolomites. Breathtaking landscapes, dizzying walls, and airy passages will accompany you on an unforgettable adventure through Italy’s most iconic mountains. Mountain Friends organizes a multi-day excursion designed for those who love the true spirit of the mountains—blending adrenaline, untouched nature, and unparalleled views.
The “Via delle Bocchette” is one of the most iconic via ferrata routes in the Brenta Dolomites, renowned and admired worldwide.This grand traverse, stretching across the entire mountain range from Passo del Grostè to Rifugio XII Apostoli, winds along exposed ledges, towering rock spires, and breathtaking alpine scenery. Built between the 1930s and 1960s, the route was originally designed to make previously inaccessible areas available to non-climbers.
Mountain Friends invites you to experience this unique adventure over 3 days, staying overnight at the picturesque Rifugi Brentei and Agostini.
Day 1: The journey begins at high altitude, thanks to the lift system at Passo del Grostè — the starting point of the traverse. From here, the Sentiero Benini leads to Rifugio Tuckett. After a short break, depending on arrival time, you can choose to tackle the SOSAT via ferrata or continue along the hiking trail to reach Rifugio Brentei for the first overnight stay.
Day 2: The day begins with an ascent to Bocca d’Armi, the starting point of the most spectacular section: Le Bocchette Centrali, featuring exposed passages and extraordinary views. The route ends at Rifugio Pedrotti, where you'll take a break before continuing on the trail beneath Cima Tosa. Via the Brentari via ferrata, you'll descend onto the Vedretta d’Ambiez glacier and arrive at Rifugio Agostini, the second overnight stop.
Day 3: The final day starts with the challenging and vertical Ferrata Castiglioni, crossing the dramatic Bocca dei Due Denti. From there, the descent begins, passing by Rifugio XII Apostoli — the last support point — before returning to Pinzolo, where this extraordinary experience concludes.
