Culture in the Dolomites

From history to customs

Walk along the paths of the past, visit historic buildings and experience traditional festivities - the Dolomites and their villages are steeped in history and customs. This unique landscape has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2009 and attracts visitors with its magnificent churches, fabulous castles and picturesque mountain villages.

Whether it’s relics of the First World War along the trails, traditional customs in the foothill villages or museums housing cultural treasures: past and present meet in the Dolomites.

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San Martino di Castrozza / Rolle Pass
medium
easy

Rosetta Peak

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Culture
Arabba
Marmolada
difficult

Via Ferrata "Delle Trincee"

Hike
Culture
Alpe di Siusi
medium

Geologists’ Trail

Hike
Culture
Alpe Lusia – San Pellegrino
medium
difficult

Creste del Costabella - World War I Muesum

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Culture
Arabba
easy

Viel del Pan

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Culture
Civetta
easy

Val de Molin

Along the way you will come across an old mill under the north wall of Civetta, with also a great view of Lake Alleghe.

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Culture
Val di Fassa
medium
difficult

Antermoia Lake

The legend of "Antermoia" (in the Ladin language "L mal d'amor).

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Culture
Obereggen
medium

The tour of sweet temptations

A mountain walk that stimulates the imagination and… the appetite for some delicious food

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Culture
Val di Fassa
medium

Around the local mountain dairies

Guided excursions to discover the Alpine pastures

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Culture
Civetta
easy

I tapp da le parole

Our most valued and revered roots can be witnessed through the incisions and signage left by our ancestors.

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LEGACIES IN THE DOLOMITES

in the footsteps of the past

Culture

The places and their buildings, embedded in the landscape of the imposing Dolomites, create the ambience and unique atmosphere of this area. There are some real gems to visit for anyone who takes the time to see them. Lovingly restored and maintained by the residents, cultural assets attract visitors to the Italian provinces.

History

The First World War was a striking and defining time for the Dolomites. This tragic and very moving period of history has left traces not only on the hiking trails high in the mountains. In the valley too, memories of this time are kept alive by well-preserved legacies. Former trenches and emplacements remind us of the harsh living conditions of the soldiers of the time.

Customs

Traditional village festivals, magnificent churches and historic castles are dotted throughout the Italian region in the Dolomites. The winding alleys and ancient houses reveal a centuries-old history and the locals keep their traditions alive. Be a part of this culture of contrasts and coming together in a land of breezy mountain passes, high plateaus, rolling valleys and plains where German, Italian and Ladin culture meet!