Closer to Cortina this compact group is known for some of the best via ferrata in the Dolomites, and on a fine weekend there are hundreds of enthusiasts scampering over these wild routes. The area also has a large number of ruins of fortifications that date from World War One. There is also great climbing here, as well.

Cinque Torri

The Cinque Torri are a very small group of giant blocks. There are routes of all difficulties on all sides of this climbers playground. The routes here are short by Dolomite standards, with about 6 pitches being the longest. It is a good place to get used to the rock or simply to have a relaxing day.

Torri Del Sella (Sella Tower Group)

This is one of the most popular areas in the Dolomites. The approaches are very short, the climbing varied and the verticality of the Towers and surrounding walls very impressive. There are a lot of great climbs here, enough in this one area alone to last a lifetime. The Towers are approached easily and quickly from the Sella Pass.

Tre Cime di Lavaredo

This famous area is justifiably popular with climbers of all abilities. Some of the hardest routes in the area are found here with such landmark climbs as the Comici Route on the North Face of the Cima Grande, first climbed in 1933. Fortunately, climbers don't need to venture onto such intimidating walls to have a good time. There are a good number of more moderate climbs, and some even on the warmer south faces. In this area can be found, the Mosca Chimneys on the South Face, the Dülfer route on the West Face and the Spigolo Giallo (Yellow Edge).