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Zweiter Sellaturm - Messner (V+)

Dolomites

Val Gardena/Alpe di Siusi

Campitello-Mazzin-Col Rodella

Trentino-Alto Adige

Alpinkletterroute von Reinhold und Günter Messner 1968

Alpine Climbing Severe

Distance
2.2 km
Ascent
303 m
Descent
303 m
Low Point
2.2 km
High Point
2.5 km
Gradient
35˚
Zweiter Sellaturm - Messner (V+) Map

This is a popular alpine climbing route which is generally considered to be severe. It's very remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 2.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 2.2 km, 303 vertical metres of ascent and 303 vertical metres of descent. You'll need quickdraws, climbing shoes and wires and friends to complete it safely.

Description

Difficulty

Severe

Steep, sustained and serious terrain on rock/ice. Routes will be long, exposed and possibly committing. D, D+

High Exposure

3 out of 4

Much of the route is difficult to protect and a fall could be disastrous at certain points.

Remoteness

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between June and September

Equipment required

  • Quickdraws
  • Climbing Shoes
  • Wires and Friends