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Ski mountaineering on Monte Sole
Back-country skiing • Val di Sole
Ski mountaineering on Monte Sole
An easy route in the enchanting Val di Rabbi with the added advantage of having a magnificent refuge situated along the way that remains open even in winter (the Upper Monte Sole hut).
The summit of Monte Sole is ideal for winter ascents and to enjoy the snow with a view over the splendid Val di Rabbi.
recommended routeBack-country skiing
· Val di Sole, Pejo e RabbiSki mountaineering on Monte Sole
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An easy route in the enchanting Val di Rabbi with the added advantage of having a magnificent refuge situated along the way that remains open even in winter (the Upper Monte Sole hut).
moderate
Distance 13.3 km
4:00 h
1,100 m
1,100 m
2,338 m
1,249 m
The summit of Monte Sole is ideal for winter ascents and to enjoy the snow with a view over the splendid Val di Rabbi.
Author’s recommendation
The Monte Sole hut also offers a limited number of rooms for those wishing to stay overnight… and a sauna!
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Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
monte sole, 2,338 m
Lowest point
rabbi fonti, 1,249 m
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Cardinal direction
Track types
No marked trail
13.1 km
Unknown
208 m
Safety information
Remember that the stability of the snow cover is subject to sudden and unpredictable changes and shifts. Always check the local avalanche bulletin (www.meteotrentino.it or any other service that suits your needs) before departure and make sure to collect all possible information about current conditions at the Alpine Guides office (http://www.guidealpinevaldisole.it).
GPS tracks are only indicative of the most common routes and should not be blindly followed without first verifying the current slope and terrain conditions.
Note that the practicability of mountain routes is strictly linked to prevailing conditions and is therefore influenced by natural phenomena, environmental changes, and weather conditions. For this reason, the information contained on this page may have changed. Before setting out on a route, make sure the path is still accessible by contacting the owner of the hut, the alpine guides, or visitor centers of natural parks, tourist offices, or local entities' info offices.
Tips and suggestions
Public transport
Not availableDirections
From the town of Malè in the Val di Sole, take the provincial road SP86 towards Rabbi Fonti.Parking
Parking is available at the start of the forestry road, shortly after Rabbi Fonti.Coordinates
DD
46.407668, 10.805894
DMS
46°24'27.6"N 10°48'21.2"E
UTM
32T 638803 5140928
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Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!
Book recommendation by the author
"Ski mountaineering in Trentino", ed. Tappeiner 2010
Author’s map recommendations
4Land no.156 - Val di Sole
Equipment
For all ski mountaineering activities, appropriate clothing is strongly recommended. Skiers should consider that temperatures can drop rapidly and clothing must also be suitable for snowy conditions (such as waterproof Gore-Tex jackets). Additionally, gloves, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen should always be part of every off-piste skier's basic equipment.
It is also important to remember that ski boots that are too tight or insufficiently waterproof can cause frostbite.
It is MANDATORY to carry an avalanche rescue kit consisting of an ARVA, probe, and shovel (this is also available for rent).
A suitable helmet and other safety equipment are also highly recommended (avalanche airbags, etc.).
In case of hard snow or ice, ski crampons are advised.
Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
13.3 km
Duration
4:00 h
Ascent
1,100 m
Descent
1,100 m
Highest point
2,338 m
Lowest point
1,249 m
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