The climbing paradise in the mountains of Sesto

If you like climbing and taking tours in the mountains, the  Valley of Sesto is a true paradise. For alpinists and mountaineers Sesto offers wonderful mountains with numerous interesting climbing tours to the most beautiful peaks. Insiders say that this mountain scenery is simply fantastic. It is therefore no coincidence, that it was exactly here where the most renowned European mountaineers started their discovery of the Dolomites 200 years ago – today, the most legendary climbing tours carry the names of these pioneers

"Dolomit Arena" – indoor climbing hall at the highest level

The imposing wood and glass construction "Dolomit Arena" provides the highlight of the sports facilities in Sesto. With 16.5 metres of height, this is Italy's highest climbing hall. The glazing on both sides provides the sensation of outdoor climbing. Here you'll find demanding climbing sections for all levels of difficulty.

Link Dolomit Arena


For more information about climbing you can contact the Alpin school Sexten!

Alpin school Sexten

Attractive fixed-aid climbs in the surrounding areas of Sesto

• "Paternkofel" peace path
  Walking time: 4 hours; Difference in altitude: 400 m
  Recommendable alpine path for hikers not prone to dizziness and with a secure step.
• "Paternkofel" fixed-aid climb
  Walking time: 45 min.; Difference in altitude: 160 m Short fixed-aid climb without any remarkable difficulties.
• Rotwandwiesen Hut – Elferscharte – Zsigmondy Hut
  Walking time: 5 hours; Difference in altitude: 1,500m
  High-alpine hike for hikers free of dizziness and with a secure step.

More beautiful fixed-aid climbs in the Dolomites

• Zsigmondy Hut – Hochbrunnerschneide
  Walking time: 3 hours; Difference in altitude: 1,700 m
  Hike on a mountain of over 3,000 metres in height for endurance hikers with good orientation.
• Büllelejoch – Oberbachernspitze
  Walking time: 1 hour; Difference in altitude: 200 m
  Short, yet rewarding side-trip from the Three Peaks Hut to the Zsigmondy Hut.
• Three Peaks Hut - Schusterplatte
  Walking time: 3 hours; Difference in altitude: 550 m
  Narrow, rather slippery path for hikers with a secure step; rewarding view.
• Dreischuster Hut – Hochebenkofel
  Walking time: 4 hours; Difference in altitude: 1,600 m
  Rewarding hike for hikers with a secure step; beautiful view.
• Round tour of the "Zwölfer" Mountain
  Walking time 7 ½ hours; Difference in altitude: 1,200 m
  Rather unknown alpine path with imposing views of the Zwölfer Mountain massif; demanding, only for endurance hikers with a secure step.
• "Sextner Rotwand" fixed-aid climbs with 3 options
  Walking time: 2 - 3 ½ hours
• "Roghel-Cengia Gabriella" fixed-aid climb
  Walking time: 7 hours; Difference in altitude: 900 m
  Fixed-aid climb provided with steel ropes and iron ladders for experienced hikers free of dizziness; it is recommended to bring a rope.
• Bonacossa Path
  Walking time: from Col de Varda Hut 4 hours; Diff. in altitude: 600 m
  Charming alpine hike in the Cadini Mountain Group with several rope and ladder sections for experienced hikers.
• "Merlone" fixed-aid climb
  Walking time: 1 ½ hours; Difference in altitude: 280 m
  Fixed-aid climb without any technical difficulties for hikers free of dizziness and with a secure step.