3.2KM & 235m of elevation gain

The trailhead begins at the Rifugio Auronzo parking lot. It will likely be at least 1 hours drive from your hotel unless you decide to stay overnight at the Rifugio. A €30 entrance fee per vehicle (2024) to enter Parco Naturale Tre Cime exists. This happens at a toll booth 5 kilometres before the parking area. Entrance times vary depending on the weather, but they are typically open 7 AM to 7 PM.

While Tre Cime is stunning, there is another viewpoint in the area that is, in our opinion, even more impressive. Many people arrive here and don’t even realize that Cadini di Misurina is accessible from the same parking lot. Because of the toll road and the long drive, we highly recommend doing both hikes on the same day. This will save a ton of precious time and money.

The unique thing about Cadini di Misurina is the trail that leads out onto a narrow strip of rocks. Once you arrive, you are rewarded with one of the most exquisite mountain views of all time. Seriously.

If you are lucky enough to be the first one here, take advantage of it, as this will not last long. We had 15 minutes of pure bliss before a line began forming behind us. Tip for photographers: bring a zoom lens and a drone if you’ve got one!