Hi Astrid – Sorry missed your question. When we came across it, we had to book a stay. Thank you for reading. Thank you for introducing me to this UNESCO site. I can stay hours at the top just to take in the beauty of the earth. So, thank you for that. Pic and Mt. Wow, that landscape is incredible. For this specific hike, you will purchase a one-way ticket that allows using both the gondola and the cable car to bring you the Seceda summit. The Dolomites look stunning! I would enjoy seeing the frescoes at St. Jakob’s church. The oldest church in Val Gardena, its Gothic spire abruptly pierces the Alpine sky like a sword in battle. 6 towards St. Jakob. ⇒ Pressed for time? OF ALL THE iconic mountain scenery in South Tyrol there is perhaps no more striking sight than the Fermeda Towers of the Dolomites’ Odle mountain range. Suggest checking with the local tourist office prior to hiking so you have a clear understanding of the conditions at various elevations. Filed Under: South Tyrol Outdoor Adventure Tagged With: Dolomites, Seceda, South Tyrol Hikes. On the main chain of the alps it will be wintery. Seceda mountain looms from 8,200+ feet above the villages of Ortisei, St. Christina and Selva in Val Gardena. When you’re rested and ready, take trail no. You’re welcome Jane. I saw on your tips that they open early June, but I’m headed to that region a bit earlier…. Towards the west, the mountains of Alpe di Siusi will gradually unfold into their full splendor. Just take your time, be prepared and allow enough time before sunset. Flames once alive now forever frozen in time. The view looks perfect especially in the high grounds. Dolomites is listed under UNESCO WHS I read somewhere. This will lead you up an incline that any beginner hiker can handle. What is the length of the hike up? And see the beautiful Church of St Jakob. The special feature of this product is the high spatial resolution of 1.1 km. Seceda, on the other hand, stems from the Latin word “siccus”, which means dry. Question: If we follow this whole hike that you’ve outlined, it seems to take us back down to Ortesei. BEGIN YOUR SOUTH TYROL ADVENTURE! Parts are quite rocky and narrow-pathed however so it’s important to watch your step to prevent injuring a knee or ankle. Balest, which are the first mountains above Ortisei before Seceda. During the day, the precipitation in the north will decrease and towards the south the clouds will dissolve. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: Treks in the Dolomites – Your Guide to the Epic Sights of Alpe di Siusi. In this post, we show you how to see them. Additional ways to reach Seceda include taking the, If you want to experience Seceda at sunrise or sunset or are a landscape photographer looking to shoot Seceda at night, we recommend booking an overnight stay at the. The graphics shows the forecast for precipitation in the next 24 hours. I can’t believe it! But best of all, the key lifts for hiking Seceda and other mountains of Val Gardena are just minutes away. Ha! Well if you end up enjoying one too many Hugos you can always take the cable car back down;-), You had me at Hugo Cocktail! It includes easy-to-follow maps and covers step-by-step directions to popular destinations such as Seceda as well as lesser-known hikes that are equally spectacular. The Dolomites are incredible. Hi Alice – Very excited to hear you’re hiking Seceda! Over millions of years, colossal compressions of the earth’s crust thrust the reefs higher until emerging into the sky 30 million years. After you’re done eating, sit back in one of the sun loungers below the patio. During our most recent Seceda hiking outing, we stayed at Hotel Ansitz Jakoberhof in Ortisei located just below the Church of St. Jakob. We just might have something to learn from them. It’s one of our favorite months in South Tyrol. I would love to be there on a day like this and do some exploring and easy hikes on the top of the ranges there. more, Recommended experiences in and around Ortisei. While ancient lore spun from deep within the Dolomites would have us believe the “Pale Mountains” arose from dwarves dutifully weaving moonlight around mountain peaks to appease a lovesick prince, the truth is far less romantic yet equally fascinating. Great to know that a beginner and do the hike. The data is calculated and updated several times a day (approximately every 3 hours) at 4.05 am, 7.05 am, 10.05 am, 1.05 pm, 4.05 pm, 7.05 pm and 10.05 pm. ⇒ YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: The Complete Guide to Hiking Tre Cime di Lavaredo Loop. Is this attraction a good place to visit on a, Is this a place or activity you would suggest for, Would you recommend this place or activity to a friend looking for an, Is this a romantic place or activity that you would suggest for, Is this a must-do if you are traveling with a, My wife and I purchased early morning round trip lift tickets (35 Euros each) from Ortisei to Seceda. I have heard about Dolomites earlier. So when treading across the Dolomites take a moment to ponder the countless critters now extinct right below your feet.