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Dolomites Loop — a 7-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive
The 7-day version for July: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 3-day plan · 5-day plan · 7-day plan · best time to go.
7
days
254 km
distance
5.7 h
driving
44
curated stops
💡 Good to know for this plan
- Rifugi and lifts run roughly late June to late September — outside that window many high circuits are snowbound.
Day 1 Bolzano
🌡 -0.8–27.3°C · 🌧 ~16 rain days · ☀ 15.3h light
09:00
Messner Mountain Museum Firmianmuseums & heritagehiking
Experience breathtaking mountain exhibits curated by Reinhold Messner.
50 min · Bolzano · €8 (reduced €6, children up to 6 years f
09:50
Walter Square / Monument of Walther von der Vogelweidemuseums & heritagechurches & landmarks
Stroll through the city's elegant square centered around a poetic statue.
50 min · Bolzano
10:40
South Tyrol Museum of Archaeologymuseums & heritage
Stand before the ancient Iceman Ötzi and marvel at history.
50 min · Bolzano · €9 (reduced €7, children up to 6 years f
11:30
Museion - Museum for Modern and Contemporary Artmuseums & heritage
Explore bold modern and contemporary art in a sleek building.
50 min · Bolzano
12:20
South Tyrol Museum of Natural Sciencemuseums & heritage
Learn about the geological wonders of the region's landscapes.
50 min · Bolzano · €5 (reduced €3, children up to 6 years f
13:10
Municipal Museummuseums & heritage
Visit South Tyrol's oldest museum filled with historical treasures.
50 min · Bolzano
14:00
Torgglhaus (Casa al Torchio)
Indulge in Tyrolean and Italian specialties near the fruit market.
60 min · Bolzano · €10-20
open: Saturday closed
18:30
Pogue Mahonesmuseums & heritagelocal & traditionalcraft beer & pubs
Unwind in Bolzano's oldest Irish pub with local and foreign beers.
75 min · Bolzano
open: M-Sa 17:00-01:30 Sunday close
Overnight: Bolzano
e.g. Youth Hostel Bolzano · Kolpinghaus Bozen
Day 2 Around Bolzano
🌡 -0.8–27.3°C · 🌧 ~16 rain days · ☀ 15.3h light
09:00
Runkelstein Castlemuseums & heritage
Admire medieval frescoes and art in a stunning 13th-century castle.
50 min · Bolzano · €8 (reduced €5.50)
09:50
Maretsch Castlemuseums & heritage
Wander through a valley castle surrounded by lush vineyards.
50 min · Bolzano
10:40
Mercantile Palacemuseums & heritage
Marvel at grand Baroque architecture and historical trade exhibits.
50 min · Bolzano
11:30
Victory Monument and Squarechurches & landmarks
Contemplate a bold fascist-era monument by the riverbank.
50 min · Bolzano
12:20
City Gallerymuseums & heritage
Enjoy inspiring temporary art exhibitions in a vibrant space.
50 min · Bolzano
13:10
Transartlocal & traditional
Immerse in a regional celebration of contemporary music and arts.
90 min · Bolzano
14:40
Muflone Rosa
Savor delicious pizza at a cozy local spot.
60 min · Bolzano
Overnight: Bolzano
e.g. Youth Hostel Bolzano · Kolpinghaus Bozen
Day 3 Val Gardena
🌡 -0.6–29.2°C · 🌧 ~18 rain days · ☀ 15.3h light
09:41
St. Jacob's Churchhikingchurches & landmarks
Wander through ancient woods to reach this historic church.
50 min · Val Gardena
10:31
Parish Church of St. Ulrichchurches & landmarkslocal & traditional
Admire grand organ pipes and saintly statues in this late 18th-century church.
50 min · Val Gardena
11:21
St. Anne’s Chapelchurches & landmarkslocal & traditional
Explore intricate sculptures inside this historic chapel.
50 min · Val Gardena
12:11
Museum Val Gardenamuseums & heritage
Discover rich cultural and natural history of Val Gardena.
50 min · Val Gardena · €7
13:01
Art 52museums & heritage
Marvel at hand-carved sculptures and art paintings from Val Gardena.
50 min · Val Gardena · Free
open: Daily 09:00-22:00
13:51
St. Antonius Churchchurches & landmarks
Appreciate Renaissance and Baroque fusion in this consecrated church.
50 min · Val Gardena
Overnight: Val Gardena
e.g. Hotel Angelo Engel · Hotel Dolomiti Madonna
Day 4 Val Gardena → Bolzano
🌡 -0.6–29.2°C · 🌧 ~18 rain days · ☀ 15.3h light
09:00
Parish Church of St. Cristinachurches & landmarks
50 min · Val Gardena
10:31
New City Theatre
Experience regional plays, operas, ballets, and musicals.
90 min · Bolzano · Maximum €72, minimum €13, students €10
open: Box office: Tu-F 10:00-13:00 and 15:00-19:00; Sa 10:00-13:00. Tickets
12:01
Cineplexx Bolzano Bozen
Watch a variety of films in German and Italian on seven screens.
90 min · Bolzano · €8, under 14 €6, under 18 & students und
open: Last screening: M-F 08:00-20:45, Sa Su 23:00-23:15
13:31
Bozen Tourist Office
Discover maps and brochures about Bolzano and its surroundings.
50 min · Bolzano
14:21
Bolzano Festival Bozen
Enjoy summer concerts, piano competitions, and antique music shows.
90 min · Bolzano
Overnight: Val Gardena
e.g. Hotel Angelo Engel · Hotel Dolomiti Madonna
Day 5 Cortina d'Ampezzo
🌡 -0.6–29.2°C · 🌧 ~18 rain days · ☀ 15.3h light
10:24
Cascate di Faneshiking
Hear the roar of cascading waterfalls and feel mist on your face.
90 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
11:54
Mario Rimoldi Museum of Modern Artmuseums & heritage
Explore modern art in a charming historic building.
50 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
12:44
Rinaldo Zardini Paleontological Museummuseums & heritage
Discover ancient fossils from the Dolomites' rich past.
50 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
13:34
San Francesco Churchchurches & landmarks
Visit a serene late 14th-century Gothic church.
50 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
14:24
Cinque Torrihiking
Marvel at uniquely shaped mountain peaks beloved by climbers.
50 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
15:14
Sorapiss Lakehiking
Enjoy crystal-clear turquoise waters reflecting majestic peaks.
50 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
16:04
Ristorante il Campanilechurches & landmarkslocal & traditional
Delight in flavorful local dishes with a golf course view.
60 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
18:30
Hacker Pschorr Hauscraft beer & pubs
Savor hearty meals paired with crisp, refreshing beers.
75 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
Overnight: Cortina d'Ampezzo
e.g. Faloria Mountain Spa Resort · Rifugio Alfonso Vandelli
Day 6 Around Cortina d'Ampezzo
🌡 -0.6–29.2°C · 🌧 ~18 rain days · ☀ 15.3h light
09:00
Ski Area Lagazuoi 5 Torrihiking
Experience breathtaking mountain views while skiing.
90 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
10:30
Parco Avventura Adrenalin Centermuseums & heritage
Test your skills on thrilling zip lines and rope bridges.
90 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
12:00
Bindelweghiking
Enjoy serene trails with panoramic mountain views.
90 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
13:30
Tre Cimehiking
Marvel at towering rock formations and alpine meadows.
90 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
15:00
Una Montagna di Libri - Estatehiking
Discover new books and meet authors in a lively festival atmosphere.
50 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
15:50
Lavaredo Ultra Trailhiking
Witness endurance athletes conquering challenging mountain paths.
50 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
16:40
Il Ponte Cortinalocal & traditional
Enjoy delicious wood-fired pizzas in a cozy setting.
60 min · Cortina d'Ampezzo
Overnight: Cortina d'Ampezzo
e.g. Faloria Mountain Spa Resort · Rifugio Alfonso Vandelli
Day 7 Canazei → back to start
🌡 -0.6–29.2°C · 🌧 ~18 rain days · ☀ 15.3h light
10:03
Gartlhiking
Tackle a challenging black-difficulty hike with stunning views.
90 min · Canazei
11:33
Valle di San Nicolò
90 min · Canazei
13:03
Vajolet Towers
90 min · Canazei