What to see in Alleghe, center in the province of Belluno, short history of the lake and excursions to do, including Rocca Pietore, Serrai di Sottoguida, Malga Ciapela and Marmolada.
Tourist information
Despite its small size, Alleghe is a center of considerable importance in the suggestive scenario of the Dolomites, located on the banks of the lake of the same name and dominated by the summit of Monte Civetta.
The particular geographical position makes it a very popular place in the tourism sector, ideal as a starting point for summer excursions and for winter sports.
The Alleghe lake, which originated in 1771 along the Cordevole as a consequence of a devastating landslide detached from Mount Piz, following which the three villages of Riete, Fusine and Marin were completely buried.
The lake initially reached almost to the town of Caprile, subsequently due to the sedimentation of debris, a rapid rise of the valley bottom occurred, which caused a gradual narrowing of the lake until it reached its present location.
What see
In the vicinity of Alleghe there are ski lifts, as well as structures suitable for providing any kind of useful service to those who are on vacation in the area.
Nearby is Rocca Pietore, a renowned ski resort located on the slopes of Marmolada, in the Val Pettorina.
At the center of this village is the Gothic parish church, dating back to the 1400s and flanked by a beautiful bell tower with a spire crown.
Among the excursions not to be missed is that of the Marmolada, one of the most important peaks in the Dolomites with its 3342 meters above sea level, which can be reached via Rocca Pietore and the Serrai di Sottoguida, up to Malga Ciapela where a convenient cable car is available for the ascent .
