Monte Talvena

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.

Local mountain guides pass down traditional knowledge of climbing routes and weather patterns through generations of alpine communities near Monte Talvena.

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 ranks as the third highest peak among 219 mountains within Parco Nazionale delle Dolomiti Bellunesi, with a prominence of 602 meters.