Dolomites road trip: 8 places from Seceda to Ortisei
The route through the Dolomites in Italy covers 8 key points: the Cinema delle Odle with panoramic views of the peaks, Lake Lago di Braies, the alpine plateaus of Alpe di Siusi and Seceda, the scenic hike Tre Cime di Lavaredo, the cycling trails of South Tyrol and the city of Ortisei. The total distance of about 1285 km allows you to explore the most photogenic locations of the Dolomites in a few days.
- Mode
- Places
- Start
- Cinema delle Odle
- End
- Ortisei
- Stops
- 8
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Cinema delle Odle — Mountain scenic viewpoint and hiking destination; 1.5 hours drive from previous location
- Meet the sunset in the mountains — A mountain viewpoint in the Dolomites, offering panoramic views of the peaks, which turn golden and pink when the sun sets.
- Alpe di Siusi — Alpine meadow area with beautiful rock formations; accessible via cable car from Ortisei; highly recommended destination in Dolomites
- Lago di Braies — Instagram-famous alpine lake with distinctive turquoise water; travelers spontaneously rented bicycles here
- Cycling in South Tyrol — A cycling route through the picturesque valleys and passes of South Tyrol with alpine landscapes, traditional villages and varied track difficulty.
- хайк Tre Cime di Lavaredo — A hiking route to three famous limestone peaks over 2500 meters high, which have become a symbol of the Dolomites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Seceda — Mountain summit with panoramic views; initially obscured by clouds before clearing
- Ortisei — Small neat mountain town with quiet streets and mountain views; accessed via cable car descent
Useful for your trip
- Timing
- At Cinema delle Ode, arrive at the parking lot by 8:00 AM, as late parking requires a 2-hour walk instead of 1 hour to the observation deck.
- Transport
- Parking at the Cinema delle Odle costs €10. The first hour on the way to the attraction can be spent looking for the right turn.
- Tip
- The first 1-2 hours of climbing the Cinema delle Odle go through the forest with a monotonous picture - this is normal, the views will open later. The trail is a wide gravel road, suitable for families.
- Food
- In the mountain hut at the Cinema delle Odle, it is recommended to try basil beer and eggs with bacon. Prices are high, but the dishes are worth it.
- Transport
- A full-day ticket for two ski lifts (Seiaser Alm and Seceda) costs €65 per person. The lift to Alpe di Siusi is only open until 17:00.
- Avoid
- Don't forget warm clothes and raincoats in the Dolomites. The weather can change dramatically - thunderstorms and piercing winds are possible at altitude.
- Tip
- In the Dolomites, you can buy a Dolomiti passport (European passport) and collect stamps in the places you have visited.
- Timing
- On Lago di Braies, you can book parking online in advance (the fourth parking lot is the closest, includes a voucher of 15 euros for food) and arrive at 8:30 instead of 6:00 in the morning.
- Transport
- Renting a boat on Lago di Braies costs €50 for 45 minutes. The price includes two magnets and postcards. You row yourself, unlike the gondolas in Venice.
- Tip
- There is a small hike around Lago di Braies for about 1 hour. The lake has a legend about a flooded valley with gold and precious stones.
- Transport
- Cycling routes in South Tyrol are well signposted. E-bikes are convenient for long routes (20+ km one way), especially in the mountains.
- Tip
- In the South Tyrolean part of the Dolomites, German and Italian are mainly spoken, English is rare. Road signs are often duplicated in two languages.
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