Dolomiti di Brenta Trek: Itinerary, Stages and Where to stay

The Dolomiti Brenta Trek (DBT) is a circular trekking itinerary that allows you to explore the majestic Brenta Group, one of the jewels of the Trentino Dolomites. A route that crosses landscapes of incredible beauty, among imposing rock faces, alpine pastures and pristine forests. With a total length of about 96 km and an average altitude of 2,000 metres, this trek is ideal for those who wish to immerse themselves in nature and live an authentic mountain experience.

An itinerary between nature and adventure

The DBT runs along well-marked trails, alternating between easier trekking sections and technical routes that also include via ferratas. Along the way, hikers can choose to stay overnight in cosy refuges, bivouacs or malghe, making the experience even more authentic and immersive. The route offers the possibility of discovering not only the most iconic peaks of the Brenta, but also less-travelled corners, where nature shows itself in all its purity.

The 11 stages

The Dolomiti Brenta Trek is structured in 11 main stages, with 7 variants that allow you to adapt the route to your needs and level of experience. The complete tour can be tackled in a minimum of six days, but the duration varies depending on the pace of each hiker. Those who want a softer experience can opt for a shortened version of the route, avoiding the more demanding sections.

Peller Hut - Costanzi Bivouac (9.4 km, 4h 20min) – A challenging stage with steep climbs and breathtaking views
Costanzi Bivouac - Graffer Hut (14.4 km, 7h 15min) – A varied trail through forests and ridges with significant elevation changes.
Graffer Hut - Tuckett Hut (5 km, 2h 15min) – A short, moderate stretch between imposing Dolomite peaks.
Tuckett Hut - Ai Brentei Hut (4 km, 2h) – A scenic path with gentle ascents and descents.
Ai Brentei Hut - XII Apostoli Hut (5.8 km, 3h 15min) – A demanding ascent with spectacular technical sections.
XII Apostoli Hut - S. Agostini Hut (2.8 km, 2h 40min) – A short but intense stage with steep gradients.
XII Agostini Hut - Tosa Pedrotti Hut (6.2 km, 3h 10min) – A varied route across ridges and alpine valleys.
Tosa Pedrotti Hut - Malga Spora (11.2 km, 6h 40min) – One of the toughest stages, featuring steep climbs and challenging descents.
Malga Spora - Malga Flavona (15.9 km, 6h 50min) – A long traverse through pastures and stunning Dolomite landscapes.
Malga Flavona - Agritur Malga Tuena (8.1 km, 3h 40min) – A moderately difficult trail with spectacular valley views.
Agritur Malga Tuena - Peller Hut (9.2 km, 4h 10min) – The final stage through meadows and forests, offering stunning panoramas.

Access points to the route

One of the most interesting aspects of this trek is the possibility of choosing between different access points. In fact, since it is a loop trail, it is possible to start the journey from different locations, including: