The Via Ferrata Sentiero Benini in the Brenta Dolomites, between Madonna di Campiglio and Passo Grostè, is one of the most spectacular equipped routes in Trentino. A fascinating itinerary that allows you to experience the high-altitude Dolomite environment, crossing ledges, ridges and equipped passages in one of the most panoramic sectors of the entire Brenta Group.
The Sentiero Benini follows an airy and varied route, combining the spirit of adventure with the discovery of alpine landscapes of extraordinary beauty. Between narrow ledges, vertical ladders and exposed traverses, the route crosses the high-altitude heart of the Brenta Dolomites, offering continuous views of the great walls, spires and most iconic peaks of the group.
In the first weeks of summer, it is not uncommon to find remaining snow on the slopes and high-altitude plateaus, a detail that makes the environment even more evocative. The descent can take place via the Tuckett Glacier, often still snow-covered at the beginning of the season, or along the Dallagiacoma variant, an equipped route that gradually leads back towards the valley trails, completing one of the most beautiful and representative traverses in the Brenta Dolomites.
Highlights
- One of the most iconic equipped routes in the Brenta Dolomites.
- Panoramic high-altitude traverse connecting historic mountain huts.
- Descent via snow-covered glacier or the Dallagiacoma variant.
- Exposed ledges, ladders and equipped traverses.
Best for
The Sentiero Benini is suitable for hikers who love the mountains and want to experience a long traverse in a vertical, panoramic environment.
Good endurance for walking at altitude is recommended.
It can also be suitable as a first via ferrata experience, when accompanied by a Mountain Guide.
Program
- Meet the guide in Madonna di Campiglio, then take the cable car up to Passo Grostè (2,450 m), the privileged gateway to the heart of the Brenta Dolomites. From the lift station, continue on foot along a pleasant approach trail leading to the start of the itinerary.
- The via ferrata follows a spectacular and varied clockwise route, crossing ledges, equipped sections and viewpoints of extraordinary beauty. During the traverse, the view opens continuously onto the spires and walls that have made the Brenta Group famous, offering complete immersion in the Dolomite environment.
- At the end of the itinerary, the descent leads towards the Vallesinella basin, through alpine landscapes and evocative views. From here, a convenient shuttle service allows you to return to the Grostè car park, ending an intense and emotional day in the heart of one of the most fascinating mountain groups in the Dolomites.
Pricing & Logistics
- The cost of the hike varies depending on the number of participants and the chosen program.
- The price includes: Mountain Guide service, itinerary planning, logistical organisation and technical equipment.
- The price does not include: lift facilities, transfers, personal expenses and any extras.
- The Sentiero Benini can be combined with a multi-day high-altitude traverse, linking some of the most beautiful via ferratas in the Brenta Dolomites between mountain huts, equipped trails and spectacular high-mountain itineraries.
- Update, May 2026 – The Sentiero Benini is not currently accessible. The competent authorities have ordered its closure, together with other itineraries in the area, for safety reasons following rockfalls on Cima Falkner.
Requirements
- Habit of walking in the mountains for several hours.
- Comfort with vertical environments and exposed passages.
- No previous via ferrata experience required when accompanied by a Mountain Guide.
Season
- The itinerary is generally accessible from June to October, depending on snow conditions.
- Why a Mountain Guide
- Optimal management of timing, pace and mountain conditions.
- Possibility to take on the route even as a first via ferrata experience.
- Technical support while progressing on ledges, ladders and exposed sections.
- Reading of the environment and insights into the Brenta Dolomites.
Your Experience
An iconic, panoramic and complete itinerary, the perfect choice if you dream of a real traverse in the heart of the Brenta and a first great approach to Dolomite via ferratas.
Are you ready to discover this world from above?
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