Serra Dolcedorme

Serra Dolcedorme rises to 2,267 meters, forming the highest elevation of the southern Apennines with steep cliffs on its southern face.

The mountain's northern slopes were shaped by glacial activity during the last ice age, leaving behind moraines and large boulders at altitudes between 1,800 meters.

Local mountaineers maintain small stone cairns along the southern paths to guide fellow hikers through the less marked sections of the mountain.

The mountain requires no technical climbing equipment, but its extended approach demands strong physical condition and careful route planning for safe ascension.

The Fossa del Lupo, a U-shaped formation on the northern slope, contains a glacial cirque that connects to the broader Piano di Pollino system.

Location: province of Potenza

Elevation above the sea: 2,267 m

Made from material: limestone

Part of: Pollino

GPS coordinates: 39.89437,16.21575

Latest update: March 19, 2025 06:07