4-Day Via Ferrata Adventure in the Dolomites
Rosengarten Traverse with Santner Pass, Kesselkogel & Maximilian Via Ferratas
Experience the Rosengarten Traverse – an unforgettable 4-day via ferrata tour in the heart of the Dolomites, considered one of South Tyrol’s most spectacular multi-day mountain adventures. This alpine dream route features dramatic ridges, iconic peaks such as the Kesselkogel (3,002 m – the highest summit in the Rosengarten) and the majestic Schlern, along with three remarkable via ferratas: the famous Santner Pass Via Ferrata, the Kesselkogel Via Ferrata, and the panoramic Maximilian Via Ferrata.
Throughout the tour, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views across the Dolomite skyline – from the Latemar to the Marmolada – and immerse yourself in the full diversity of this UNESCO World Heritage landscape: airy ridge traverses, charming mountain hut overnights, and unforgettable sunrises and sunsets in a high-alpine setting.
With an experienced South Tyrolean mountain guide, you’ll be safely led through every stage, allowing you to focus entirely on the adventure and the unique beauty of the Dolomites.
Program Overview: Thursday to Sunday
Dates on request
| Day 1 Thursday | Arrival & Santner Pass Via Ferrata Meeting point: Waidbruck Transfer to Karer Pass Ascent: by cable car or on foot (1.5 h | +400 m) Climb the Santner Pass Via Ferrata (2–3 h | +400 m) to the Santner Pass Hut (2,734 m) Overnight: Santner Pass Hut |
| Day 2 Friday | Vajolet Towers & Kesselkogel From the Santner Pass Hut, hike past the striking Vajolet Towers to Grasleiten Pass (2,600 m) (2 h | +500 m) Climb the Kesselkogel Via Ferrata to the summit (3,002 m) – highest peak in the Rosengarten (1.5 h | +350 m from the pass + approx. 100 m counter-ascent) Descent to Grasleiten Hut (2,165 m) (1.5 h | –400 m) Overnight: Grasleiten Hut |
| Day 3 Saturday | Maximilian Via Ferrata & Schlern Traverse Ascent to Tierser Alpl Hut (2,440 m) (2 h | +500 m) Traverse the Maximilian Via Ferrata with spectacular views (2–3 h | +300 m) Cross the Schlern (2,563 m) and descend to Schlernbödele Hut (1,693 m) (2 h | –1,030 m) Overnight: Schlernbödele Hut |
| Day 4 Sunday | Descent & Departure Easy descent into the valley Farewell and individual departure |
