Snowshoeing In The Dolomites

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Average Review Rating: from 30 reviews.

Ian Lowe

SNOWSHOEING IN THE DOLOMITES

Written March 2013
Great
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Views from the peaks
What did you think of your group leader?
Excellent
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Go for it
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Wonderful hotel
Oliver Smith

SNOWSHOEING IN THE DOLOMITES

Written February 2013
Brilliant trip in a beautiful part of the world. Top marks for the catering and staff at Hotel Adler too, very well looked after.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Views from the Durrakopf are well worth the effort
What did you think of your group leader?
Karl is a real gem- constantly cracking jokes, the trip wouldn't be the same without him
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Do not, on any account, pass up on the opportunity for some kaiserschmarrn.
Tyrolean night at the hotel is a lot better than you might expect!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I've heard a rumour that Exodus are considering doing away with the minibus and providing taxis instead. Please don't. The cameraderie of travelling together in the bus is all part of the fun; and it wouldn't be much fun to stand around in the cold waiting for taxis after a long day's trekking.
Linda Challis

SNOWSHOEING IN THE DOLOMITES

Written January 2013
Wasn't sure walking with tennis racquets on my feet was going to be such a good look ! This was an exhilarating trip staying at a wonderful hotel, lovely group of fellow travellers, great guide and stupendous winter scenery.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Standing atop Monte Piano, on a plateau of swirling snow surrounded by peaks. It was like standing in the centre of a coronet. Yay we did it !!
What did you think of your group leader?
Karl has an inspiring passion for the Dolomites. He was thoughtful and encouraging about making sure we enjoyed every element of our holiday. His deep knowledge of the area created confidence alongside his stories describing the history as we chugged along.He invited feedback throughout the week and wanted to make sure the holiday would be the best that it could be for us. Best ever group leader.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
We were the oldest on the group (60 + 66). We probably should have done some more steep hill walking before we went, but we had a wonderful time and highly recommend the trip.

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Hotel Adler was a real treat. Highly recommend escaping our grey skies for some astonishing winter scenery!
Martin Kelso

SNOWSHOEING IN THE DOLOMITES

Written January 2013
A fantastic winter break - beautiful scenery, lovely hotel, a great group of people and an excellent guide. And we had sunshine (most of the time) every day!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Taking in the views for the top of Mudlerhof. It had been a long pull up to the top but it was definitely worth it. Fantastic views in all directions, if only we'd had the time to explore further. A great way to spend New Years Day.
What did you think of your group leader?
Karl was excellent. He has a fantastic knowledge of the mountains and a keen interest in their history and the people. He built a strong rapport within the group and encouraged us all to make the the most of the holiday both on the mountains and in the hotel. He went the extra mile.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
As with all walking activities, you will benefit from a decent level of fitness but all of the trips were within the capabilities of an averagely fit individual. There is no particular technical challenge at this level of snowshoeing - if you can walk you can snowshoe.
Take plenty of layers - it was sunny but it was also cold.
You won't lose weight - all the exercise is balanced by the excellent food at the Hotel Adler.
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A great winter break in the mountains - looking forward to the next one!
Barbara Matthewson

SNOWSHOEING IN THE DOLOMITES

Written January 2013
A great way to visit mountains in winter, visiting places that can't be reached any other way. A comfortable hotel with a good recovery suite - sauna, steam, pool with massage jets.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Watching the full moon rising, and appearing to roll up the side of a distant mountain as the moon's path followed the same angle.
Being above the tree line with views of the Dolomites and the other mountain ranges.
What did you think of your group leader?
Sara was excellent - always encouraging, and supportive, with a good sense of humour, lots of patience and plenty of sweets!
She went to a lot of trouble to get me information about travelling to Bolsano on my day off to see the Iceman (Otzi), and gave me some photocopies of Geology info when she found I was interested.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Make sure you are fit - it's hard work, not just walking in snowshoes, but there's quite a bit of height gain involved - over 1500 feet on 3 of the days. On the Exodus website there is (fairly well hidden - didn't find it until I got back) a suggested schedule of fitness training for a grade B which would give an idea of the level of training that would be useful. A bit more help than the "reasonable fitness" in the part of the brochure I found.
I took my own travel kettle as suggested in an earlier review- the hotel charges for filling a flask - possibly 2 Euros. (My favourite drink for cold walking is lemon and ginger tea, easily made from teabags, no milk required - you might like to try it). They also charge 75c for tapwater at the evening meal so it's worth either having a drink from your room before going down, or taking your own bottle.
On the free day I went to see Otzi, the Iceman, a 5,300 year old well preserved body found in the ice in 1991 with all his clothing and travelling equipment, a lot of it very well preserved. A unique find. He is now in a purpose built museum in Bolsano, a 2 hour fairly scenic railway journey away. Entry to the Museum 11 euros I think. I was in there 3 hours, but 2 might be more normnal. I'd read about him years ago and one of the reasons I selected this trip was to go and see him. Google it, if you haven't heard of him. It gives your legs a day off too, which mine appreciated more than they would have appreciated trying cross country skiing...... Your leader will I'm sure be able to provide you with info. Trains every 30 mins. One change at Fortessa. If you go when the ticket office is open (after 9.15 am I think) you can get a return for 15 euros, otherwise 30 from the ticket machine. But if on the cheaper ticket beware Eurocity trains (Ec in the timetable) as you will pay a supplement on board. Also beware the small print in the timetable for one of the return trains from Fortessa -can't remember the time but around 5 pm, written in pale brown with a H at the top of the column - it's Bank Holiday Fridays only.
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Highly recommended!
Rachel Newnham

SNOWSHOEING IN THE DOLOMITES

Written January 2013
A fantastic way to see the area in the snow; glorious views and scenery. Highly decadent to be be able to ease any muscle aches and pains in the sauna and steam room each evening!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Reaching Lutterkopf summit with a 360 degree panorama of the Dolomites and Austrian Alps
What did you think of your group leader?
Sara is an inspirational, knowledgeable and fun group leader.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Make sure you read the kit list to ensure you bring all the essential items
John Morton

SNOWSHOEING IN THE DOLOMITES

Written January 2013
This was a new experience for me - I had some time off in January and decided to give it a go. Snowshoeing is not technically difficult and the snowshoes are not that heavy to wear, but the trip is quite a demanding Grade B. On a sunny day (at least) the views and sense of achievement are worth it.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Standing on top of Durakopf was both the literal and methaphorical high point of the holiday. A stunning view across the alps and Dolomites. However, the sneaking view that it would be nice to come back in spring and see it all in technicolour (rather than 360 degrees of white) did enter my head...
What did you think of your group leader?
Sara was an exceptional leader, first rate in every way. She look excellent care of the group and knew when to push us and when to let us take a breath. In addition, highly knowledgeable and fun to be with. She also supplied us with sweets as regular intervals. What more could you ask for?
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Consider bringing a small kettle to make a flask with a hot drink for the day. The hotel will do it, but they charge (quite reasonably). Also take care about ordering tap water in the hotel, again they charge (not so reasonably).
Regulating your temperature on the walks is important - on ascents you will quickly get very hot, and then get very cold when you stop. A number of breathable layers is the best idea. I found my ski jacket quite hot from time to time. Whatever you do, take good gloves (ski gloves or similar) and a hat and scarf.