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Essential Hiking Gear for the Dolomites in Italy
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What are the must-have items you can't travel to the Italian Dolomites without? Here are some of our favorite travel gear that makes your trips smoother. We've hiked all around the Dolomites in most weather, so trust us when we say you'll benefit from these things
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Packing checklist
 
Clothing
 
Accessories
 
Toiletries and first aid
 
Helpful info
 
Favourite Hikes

Packing checklist

I've actually created a full packing checklist for the Dolomites, which includes also the hiking things section. 

 
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Here's a complete packing checklist for all of your trips to the Dolomites!
Get your packing checklist!
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My Dolomites packing list, with explanations as to why I've added certain items.
Dolomites Packing List: Don't Forget A Single Essential +pdf
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Clothing

Some hiking clothes that we actually use ourselves and alternatives that I think you might enjoy

 
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The most convenient pants to hike in are hiking pants. I've done leggings and shorts, but hiking pants are just better.
Hiking Pants
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A fleece jacket is perfect for hiking - it keeps you warm when it's cold, but isn't too warm when it gets warmer
Hiking Fleece
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Dri-fit shirts are great for those sweaty hikes - you don't get that cold in them
Men's Dri-FIT Tops & T-Shirts. Nike CZ
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I have Mammut boots, and they've survived many trips to the mountains, including the Dolomites and Patagonia
Hiking Shoes & Boots - Mammut
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Michal has Nike trail running shoes for hiking, and they're great
Trail Running Shoes. Nike.com
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This jacket is great, mine has been going for 10 years now
Waterproof Jackets & Hardshell Jackets » Lightweight & Hooded Jackets | Mammut
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Although it's ok to hike in leggings, hiking pants are more comfortable and versatile.
Outdoor Pants & Shorts » for Backpacking, Climbing, Ski & Snowboarding | Mammut
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Some more options for hiking - great t-shirts
Outdoor T-Shirts & Tank Tops » for Climbing, Hiking & Leisure | Mammut
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Longsleeve shirts are better for those autumn and spring hikes
Longsleeve Shirts » Lightweight & Insulated Shirts | Mammut
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Hiking socks are great against blisters
Socks | Mammut
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For summer hikes, lower hiking shoes work, too
Hiking Shoes & Boots » Waterproof, Lightweight & Leather Boots | Mammut
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Accessories

You can't go hiking in the Dolomites without these!

 
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Many hotels offer trekking poles for borrowing, but your own are your own
Trekking Poles, Hiking Staffs & Walking Sticks | REI Co-op
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Hiking backpacks are great for storing your layers
20L & 30L Backpacks - Mens & Womens Rucksacks | Decathlon
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I have the Owala freesip bottle and LOVE IT.
FreeSip® Water Bottle - Owala
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What can I say, I love RayBans. But any sunglasses are essential in the mountains, as the sun is just that much stronger.
Sunglass Hut
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I love having a quick-dry microfiber towel. It's just so nice to wash my hands in the stream when hiking.
Microfibre Towels & Travel Towels | Buy online | Bergfreunde.eu
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Decathlon has rather great quality stuff for reasonable prices, so check their travel hiking poles out.
Hiking Poles, Gaiters & Accessories
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It's always a good idea to have a waterproof cover with you, as the weather in the mountains is not predictable really.
Backpack Covers
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Although the water in the Dolomites is good for drinking, you never know what is up the stream in the mountains...
LifeStraw® Water Filters | Europe
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Toiletries and first aid

Some of the toiletries that you might need to get just before your trip. These are the very essentials.

 
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Nature-friendly sunscreen sticks are great.
Sunscreen Sticks: Hawaii Act 104 Compliant & Cruelty Free SPF Face Sticks
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I love my Neutrogena Norwegian formula hand cream. It works better than some prescription ones.
Norwegian Formula® Fragrance-Free Hand Cream For Rough Hands
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Don't go to the mountains without bandaids...
Amazon.com: Bandaids
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I always have tissues with me - allergies, dry air, change of air, all of it makes the nose run.
Kleenex On-The-Go Facial Tissues, 80 Total
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Helpful info

Some lists and helpful information on how to choose the best hiking gear for you.

 
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Bandanas are so versatile!
Best Hiking Bandannas: So Many Uses On The Trail
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Choose the best hiking poles for you!
The 6 Best Trekking Poles of 2025 | Tested & Rated
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It's very important to have good hiking shoes.
How to Choose Hiking Boots
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Everything that you need in your first aid kit when hiking.
How to build a hiker's first aid kit
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Here's what red cross recommends to have in your first aid kit
Hiking & Backpacking First Aid Kit: Contents & Checklist
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Favourite Hikes

Here are some of my favourite hikes in the Dolomites - where you can actually use your hiking things!

 
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The most unique lake in the Dolomites - the hike there is not that easy, but it's definitely worth it!
Lago Di Sorapis Hike: Most Incredible Lake In The Dolomites
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Effort to views-wise? There are nothing similar to Cadini viewpoint hike, it's the best of the best
Cadini Di Misurina Viewpoint Hike: Guide, Map, And Video! - Love Your Italy
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Tre Cime di Lavaredo is one of the most popular hikes in the Dolomites, and it's for a good reason - the views are magnificent.
Tre Cime Di Lavaredo Hike: Step By Step Guide And Tips - Love Your Italy
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These are my favourite short and easy hikes or walks in the Dolomites. Enjoy!
11 Short And Easy Hikes In The Dolomites: Unique And Must-do
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