Marmarole
Marmarole is a mountain group of the Dolomites in Belluno, northern Italy. Located west of the Cadore Valley and north-east of the major peak of Antelao, it is known as a wild range, possibly the wildest of the entire Dolomites,[1] due to the relative difficulty of climbing its peaks and its isolation from nearby valleys. Conversely, it is a popular destination for experienced hikers and alpinists.
Marmarole | |
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The Marmarole | |
Highest point | |
Peak | Cimon del Froppa |
Elevation | 2,932 m (9,619 ft) |
Coordinates | 46°30′N 12°21′E |
Geography | |
Marmarole Location in the Alps | |
Country | Italy |
Province | Belluno |
Parent range | Alps |
The highest peak of the Marmarole is the Cimon del Froppa which reaches 2,932 m.
Classification
According to SOIUSA, the Marmarole are an alpine group with the following classification:
Big part = Eastern Alps Large sector = South-Eastern Alps Section = Dolomites Subsection = Sesto, Braies and Ampezzo Dolomites Supergroup = Cadore Dolomites Group = Marmarole Group Code = II / C-31.I-E.21
The group is then divided into three subgroups:
Bel Pra subgroup (also called Western Marmarole) Subgroup of Central Marmarole Subgroup of Ciastelin (also called Oriental Marmarole)
References
- "Marmarole - summitpost.org". summitpost.org. Retrieved 28 December 2015.