16. First among the peaks

Marika Favé is the first female mountain guide from Trentino. Raised on skis in Val di Fassa, between snow, races, and fierce competition, she turned her passion for the mountains into a profession that had long been a male domain. In this episode, she shares her journey — the challenges of being "the first", her approach to risk, the emotions of the job, and the ever-changing beauty of the Dolomites. A story of freedom, strength, and sensitivity, where deep respect for the mountains walks hand in hand with the drive to go one step further.