Wurmaulspitze, Alpine summit in South Tyrol, Italy.
The Wurmaulspitze reaches 3022 meters in the Pfunderer Alps and features steep rocky slopes with a marked trail to its summit. The terrain is demanding, with several sections requiring rope-secured passages.
Routes through these mountains were established in the early 1900s to connect remote villages and enable trade between isolated communities. These paths form the foundation of the hiking network still used today.
The mountain is woven into local climbing traditions, evident in well-maintained routes and knowledge shared among experienced mountaineers. Visitors often encounter guides who pass down their understanding of alpine navigation to new generations.
The climb starts at Fane Alm and takes about 6 hours round trip, with Brixner Hütte providing a rest stop at 2282 meters. Expect rocky terrain and steep sections that require good footwear and experience with mountain conditions.
The summit path along the south face includes metal-secured climbing sections that lead to panoramic views of surrounding glaciated peaks. These rope passages add an element of mountaineering adventure to the final push to the top.
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