"Chasing a reflection of the dawn: Tre Cime" Lago di Misurina by richiecdisc

Lago di Misurina Travel Guide: 28 reviews and 44 photos

Italy’s Dolomites offers perhaps the most spectacular mountain scenery in all of Europe and the signature peaks that define the region are known as the Tre Cime or Drei Zinnen. These three jagged forces of nature protrude from their surroundings in rude fashion, leaving debris in all directions and demanding all to notice their rugged demeanor. But with such splendor comes the cost of being sought after by too many suitors and hence the area is overrun with tourists and more expensive than neighboring valleys. Still, if one plans well and is willing to get up at the crack of dawn, you can still have the area to yourself. What follows is a story of one such well-planned day. As with all my pages, this one makes more logical sense if you start your reading with "General Tips."

Last visit to Lago di Misurina: Jun 2003
Intro Updated Jun 26, 2007
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Reviews (17)

open, it's a panorama! - Lago di Misurina

Do the full Tre Cime de Lavaredo... Things to Do (1)

Though one can merely drive up to the car park and walk the simple path to the Rifugio Lavaredo and see some beautiful... more travel advice

hotel or rifugio, not sure even they know - Lago di Misurina

not the best, but it was open... Hotels (4)

This is more a mountain hotel than a true rifugio though there are no showers or hot running water. In fact, there was... more travel advice

home to many ants but you can see why - Lago di Misurina

crowded but a good location Hotels (4)

A smaller, more cozy Rifugio than Auronzo (only sleeps 30), but very crowded due to easy accessiblity and location to... more travel advice

Richie C gets ready to dig into that hoagie - Lago di Misurina

pass that hoagie, Philly boy Hotels (4)

The most charming of the refugios we visited, with a very weather beaten rustic look about it and another fantastic... more travel advice

Transportation (1)
a car comes in handy....

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Comments (23)

alza Jul 20, 2010 at 10:40 AM Report Abuse

Lucky you two, almost alone in Paradise! Everyone I know who went there talks of 3 Cime full parking, too chic Cortina etc. Good trick getting up at dawn. This inspires me for my Bernina Pass dream...tks R & D! :)
RoscoeGregg Oct 18, 2009 at 8:17 AM Report Abuse

Looks like a great hike it has to go on the list. Thanks Happy Trails
Manara Jun 20, 2009 at 6:26 PM Report Abuse

Beautiful story!
iandsmith Dec 6, 2007 at 3:40 AM Report Abuse

Is that the best you can do with your photos? You'll have to lift your game! Cheers, Ian
Trekki Jun 25, 2007 at 11:56 PM Report Abuse

:-)))
KiNyA Oct 8, 2005 at 1:01 PM Report Abuse

Mmmm... Tre Cime! Actually I couldn't see them because when I was there the weather sucked. It was raining and snowing most of the time. So I must go there again to enjoy the spectacular views :-)
Bwana_Brown Jul 13, 2005 at 2:43 AM Report Abuse

A brilliant page Richie! Amazing photos of these very scenic and rugged peaks as well as an entertaing commentary! Great information for any future intrepid explorers!!
chrissyalex Aug 28, 2003 at 8:07 PM Report Abuse

Wow! This is really a gorgeous and well-written page! Beautiful,beautiful place! Maybe you didn't get the WHOLE peak , but it IS a stunning picture! I can't believe there was a guy hiking in his underwear! LOL
Pinoy Aug 27, 2003 at 11:21 AM Report Abuse

You should submit this piece to Conde Nast. It's amazing how you describe the place and the people - like I was being there too. Wonderful!
ncfg Aug 27, 2003 at 4:28 AM Report Abuse

What a beautiful place, amazing landscapes. :-)