Beautiful via ferratas

Cortina d'Ampezzo is surrounded by breathtaking peaks that delight the hearts and minds of those who know how to read rock layers and paths. These are mountains with a soul. Here, battles have been fought in the name of human ambition, pages of mountaineering history have been written, and one can still enjoy the scent of the forest and the sight of chamois. Climbing through the woods and over scree, holding onto the rock, reaching the summit – these are physically demanding activities that also free the mind, open the heart to the world, and allow one to leave behind the frustrations and growing problems of everyday life. Thus, the mountains – the Dolomites, the peaks around Cortina – become a place to cleanse the spirit and return to a more peaceful path. Via ferratas allow climbers to reach the summits using steel cables, providing the satisfaction of having conquered them. The sight of people of all ages, including children on easier via ferratas, reminds us that climbing is not just about effort and risk, but also about freedom and relaxation. All of this gives the climbing community a sense of life in the mountains – a high that is becoming increasingly rare in today's world.