Via Conforto-Bertoldi {UIAA} 6-

The South Face of Marmolada, like many areas in the Dolomites, has a long history of bold, cutting-edge alpinism and rock climbs.

The ethic is predominantly mixed, however pitons are often favoured over bolts in sections that are difficult to protect with traditional gear.

On any given climb, expect to place traditional protection through most pitches, and also to back up/reinforce some anchors. Generally, the crux sections or hard pitches of a climb will be better protected with pitons, due to many parties slowly reinforcing difficult sections over time.