Monte Talvena, Mountain summit in the Dolomites, Veneto, Italy

Monte Talvena is a mountain peak in the Dolomites with an elevation of 2,542 meters (8,340 feet), featuring steep rocky faces and distinctive limestone formations. The rough terrain and exposed ridges characterize this eastern section of the Dolomites range.

The mountain was shaped by geological processes over 200 million years ago, when marine sediments accumulated to form the Dolomite rock layers. Tectonic forces later lifted these formations, creating the dramatic peaks visible today.

Monte Talvena is shared by the municipalities of La Valle Agordina, Longarone and Sedico, and its slopes carry Ladin place names such as Pale Bèle, Zèst del Vescovà and Val dei Erbàndoi. The Forcella Moschesin (1,937 m) marks the start of the group, while Forcella la Varéta (1,704 m) closes it toward the Schiara.

A mountain hut called Casera Vescovà sits roughly 1,250 meters (4,100 feet) to the southwest and provides shelter and supplies during summer months. Climbers heading for the summit should prepare for rocky terrain, shifting weather, and sections without marked trails.

Monte Talvena is the second-highest summit of the Schiara group, after Monte Schiara, reaching 2,542 metres. Its main peak is flanked by Cima de la Giàza (2,415 m), the Cime di Città (up to 2,465 m) and the Cime di Bachet. The Forcella dei Erbàndoi (2,325 m) separates the Talvena from the Cime di Città.