Trip to Passo Stelvio and surroundings
Trips around the most famous Italian pass
In the vicinity of the famous Passo dello Stelvio, you will find a number of places worth visiting. In addition to hiking to the adjacent peaks, you can, for example, embark on a climbing expedition to Mount Ortler or cross another famous pass Gavia
Day 1 - 2 Stelvio Pass and mountains above it
The basis of this beautiful trip is, of course, your own trip to the Stelvio pass. Directly above it are two mountains that are worth climbing: Monte Scorluzzo and Punta Rosa.
Ride on Passo dello Stelvio
Perhaps the most famous pass in the Alps
Passo dello Stelvio (2,758 m above sea level) is one of the highest and most beautiful alpine passes. It is interesting that you can go there from three directions: the most famous direction is from Prato (48 serpentines lead to the top), then from Bormio or the Swiss Val Müstair via another Umbrail pass. In addition, you can take a few hikes directly from the pass to the adjacent peaks or enjoy the view of the highest mountain of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire, Ortler. continue reading
Ascent to Monte Scorluzzo
Mountain view over the Stelvio pass
Stelvio is not only a beautiful pass with the famous well-curved road, but also an excellent starting point for several perfect mountain tours. The highest nearby peak is Monte Scorluzzo (3,094 m above sea level), which is also suitable for weekend tourists. The ascent path is simple with only a small elevation. The views are also great. continue reading
Ascent to Rifugio Garibaldi
The most classic walk from Passo Stelvio
Just ninety meters above the Stelvio pass is a lookout and a restaurant in one – Rifugio Garibaldi (2,845 m above sea level). Almost everyone who is in no hurry gets out of the pass and enjoys the views. You can then continue along the ridge to the saddle below Punta Rosa or climb it. continue reading
Day 3 - 4 - Solda / Sulden
The center of the Ortles Mountains
From the Stelvio pass, head to the town of Solda. From here you can take a variety of trips of varying difficulty. If you are good at climbing, you can even go to the highest peak of the whole Ortler mountain range.
Ascent to Ortler (3905m asl)
Ascent to the highest mountain of the former Austria-Hungary.
Up the south-eastern ridge of Hintergrat, difficulty III.UIAA / AD, in one place IV.UIAA, down normal (AD- / PD +), ice passages up to 45 °. Overnight at the Hintergrathütte and Payer Hütte. From internal communication: „… super great weekend, you were great, Ox …“ (I was among the Ox.) I was honored, gentlemen! Completed 4.-6.8. 2017 continue reading
Day 5 - Passo di Gavia
The famous pass in the South Ortles
If you want to cross another beautiful pass, head south to the Ortles Mountains, where the famous mountain pass Passo di Gavia.
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