MISURINA HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Along the ridge and through the guns: Ferrata De Luca/Innerkofler on Monte Paterno
A panoramic, family‑friendly via ferrata above Misurina — a six‑hour guided day that threads WWI galleries to a summit with direct views of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo; practical prep and equipment are included or provided as needed.
Along the ridge and through the guns: Ferrata De Luca/Innerkofler on Monte Paterno.
The Ferrata De Luca/Innerkofler on Monte Paterno is one of the Dolomites' most celebrated routes: an unusually easy, highly panoramic via ferrata that follows crested ridgelines, wartime galleries and trenches, and delivers a near‑touching view of the north faces of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Its blend of natural spectacle and historical remnants makes it an ideal single‑day outing for families with older children and for anyone wanting a close encounter with the great stone monuments of the Sesto Dolomites.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Trenches and tunnels of the Great War
The route threads extensive gallerie e trincee—war galleries and trenches—that run along Monte Paterno's crest, turning the climb into a walk through history as much as a mountain traverse.
Close‑range panoramas of the Tre Cime
From the summit the route delivers one of the Dolomites' most compelling viewpoints: direct, imposing vistas of the north faces of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, a UNESCO emblem of the range.
A family‑friendly, panoramic ferrata with options
Overall the ferrata is described as easy and very panoramic, with only a few short steeper sections secured by solid fixed ropes; for the fitter there is an optional, longer continuation along the Sentiero delle Forcelle toward the Forcella del Lago for a more varied return.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The outing unfolds as a six‑hour guided traverse: an approach to the ridge, followed by a sequence of galleries, trenches and secured sections that keep you close to the exposed crest. A headlamp is mandatory for the tunnels (and is provided if you don't bring one), short steeper pitches are negotiated on fixed cables, and the final rise rewards the party with dramatic, up‑close views of the Tre Cime—making the route both historically resonant and breathtakingly scenic.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing is built for — and who it excludes.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sport‑appropriate mountain clothing (including a rain jacket), a daypack with water and energy snacks, and trekking boots are required; a headlamp is mandatory for the galleries and will be provided if you don't have one.
Sturdy trekking boots and layered clothing suitable for mountain weather are advised.
Guided service includes personal safety equipment for those who lack it (harness, helmet, ferrata kit) as needed.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the outing?
The guided experience is approximately 6 hours.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be at least 14 years old.
How many people are in a guided group?
Guided parties are limited to a maximum of 5 people.
Is technical equipment provided?
The fee includes use of common safety equipment and personal safety gear (harness, helmet, ferrata kit) for those without their own; a headlamp is also supplied if required.
Are there additional costs I should expect?
The road ticket between Misurina and Rifugio Auronzo is not included in the trip price; any items not listed under 'la quota comprende' are also excluded.
Who leads the outing?
The activity is guided by a UIAGM mountain guide (servizio Guida Alpina UIAGM) and includes liability insurance.