Monday 30 January 2012
Dolomites - Brenta Dolomites
The Dolomites are the symbol of Trentino. These unique mountains are renowned for the fiery red colour their rocks take on when they reflect the sun's rays at dawn and dusk.
The Dolomites in Trentino can be broken down into two main ranges: the Eastern Dolomites and the Brenta Dolomites.
The Brenta Dolomites are part of the Retic Alps - a 40 km long mountain range that reaches its peak at 3,173 m on the Cima Tosa. A section of the Brenta Dolomites is located inside the Adamello-Brenta Nature Reserve. The Reserve's territory features paths, rock-climbing trails and wonderful mountain biking itineraries in addition to panoramic routes for climbs and excursions, welcoming mountain huts and dairies where traditional local products can be savoured.
The Eastern Dolomites - know as Monti Pallidi - are Trentino's rock giants. They are all that remains of what was once a coral reef. These mountains emerged from the sea and were sculpted by the water, wind and ice to become a series of peaks, spires and summits. The Queen of the Eastern Dolomites is Marmolada (3,342 m), which is their most famous mountain, together with Sass Pordoi, (2,950 m) and offers visitors a complete, 360° view over the Dolomites. Those who love sports, winter sports and mountain hiking will find their heart's desire in the Dolomites.
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