Ettore Castiglioni Via Ferrata, Brenta Dolomites

<p><strong>A great classic</strong> of the Brenta Dolomites, the via ferrata leads along <strong>well-equipped vertical walls</strong> from Rif. Agostini to Rif. XII Apostoli offering <strong>enchanting views</strong> of the Conca d'Ambiez.</p>

<p>The Ettore Castiglioni Via Ferrata was inaugurated in 1946. Created by some friends of the mountaineer and dedicated to him, it retraces the route of one of his rock climbing routes traced in '42 while eliminating the climbing difficulties. The path, below the <strong>Bocchetta dei Due Denti</strong>, climbs the 200 m vertical wall of <strong>Cima Susat</strong> offering stunning views of the <strong>Conca d'Ambiez</strong>. Already by itself <strong>challenging,</strong> <strong>vertical</strong> and <strong>exposed</strong> it should never be underestimated, especially if combined with the <strong>Ideal Path</strong> (thus obtaining one of the most classic circuit routes of the Brenta). It is a complex mountaineering itinerary requiring good <strong>preparation</strong>, <strong>training</strong> and <strong>experience</strong>.</p> <p>The via ferrata takes between 2 and 3 hours, but calculating the overall times, it is necessary to consider the <strong>long approach</strong> and <strong>return</strong> (another 4-6 hours) which must be well planned. Access to Val d'Ambiez and Rifugio Cacciatore is regulated (limited parking and jeep service by reservation) as well as a possible ascent to Malga Bandalors when departing from XII Apostoli.</p>