Antelao

Monte Antelao rises to 3,264 meters as the second highest mountain in the Dolomites, featuring steep rocky slopes and two small glaciers on its faces.

The first documented ascent occurred in 1850 when local hunter Matteo Ossi reached the summit, followed by a notable climb with Paul Grohmann in 1863.

Local residents refer to the mountain's frequent cloud coverage by saying it is smoking a pipe, reflecting its regular weather patterns.

Rifugio Galassi, positioned at 2,018 meters elevation, serves as the primary base for mountaineers attempting to reach the summit through a four-hour climb.

The mountain contains the second largest glacier in the Dolomites, which scientists predict might disappear by the end of the 21st century due to climate changes.

Location: Province of Belluno

Elevation above the sea: 3,264 m

GPS coordinates: 46.45189,12.26180

Latest update: March 3, 2025 17:36