Cinque Torri wine terrace with Dolomite spires

The iconic Five Towers (Cinque Torri) provide one of the most photographed Dolomite backdrops. The rifugio terrace serves Alto Adige wines with spectacular views. In winter, ski in; in summer, a chairlift makes this accessible to all.

What to do there

3 things to do

1. 1 Reach the Five Towers Adventure · Price: low

   Take 5 Torri chairlift from Bai de Dones parking (€10-15 round trip) OR hike 45-60min from Passo Falzarego on trail #439. Arrive at the iconic Five Towers - vertical dolomite spires rising 100-150m. These are the most photographed formations in the Dolomites. In winter, ski in; in summer, hike or take the chairlift. Arrive by 16:30 (winter) or 17:00 (summer) to catch alpenglow. The chairlift shortcut makes this a 20-30min easy hike to Rifugio Scoiattoli.

   Backup: If chairlift closed, hike from Passo Falzarego (free parking) - it's a moderate 45-60min trail with stunning views throughout.

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2. 2 Order Alto Adige Wine on the Terrace Wine · Price: low

   Order Alto Adige red wine (€7-10/glass) at Rifugio Scoiattoli terrace, facing east toward the Five Towers - ask for Lagrein or Schiava. Pair with house speck and polenta (€12-15) - classic mountain fuel. Position yourself at a table with direct sightline to the towers. Ask the rifugio host about WWI history - trenches are visible on surrounding peaks. The area has an open-air museum you can explore.

   Backup: If house wine disappoints, they usually have grappa (€5-8) - a local digestif tradition.

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3. 3 Witness Enrosadira on the Towers Adventure · Free

   At sunset (17:30 summer, 16:30 winter), watch the Five Towers turn pink, then orange, then red from the terrace or loop trail around the towers, face EAST. This is 'Enrosadira' - the Dolomites' daily light show when the sun hits the dolomite limestone. Take the 20-30min loop trail around the towers before sunset. Return to terrace with wine in hand. Don't photograph the first two minutes - just watch. This phenomenon lasts 15-30 minutes.

   Backup: Cloudy days block alpenglow. If weather's bad, enjoy the wine anyway and ask staff about their best alpenglow photos.

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Insider tips

• Arrive mid-afternoon when the light on the towers is perfect for photos

• Try the house red with speck and polenta - classic mountain fuel

• The area has an open-air WWI museum you can explore between glasses