Thurwieserspitze, Alpine summit in South Tyrol and Province of Sondrio, Italy
Thurwieserspitze is an alpine peak in the Ortler Alps at 3,652 meters (11,978 feet) with steep flanks and exposed ridges. The rock and ice slopes on its eastern and western sides present challenging terrain for climbers heading to the summit.
The first documented climb took place on August 20, 1869, when Theodor Harpprecht and Josef Schnell reached the summit by the southern route. During World War I, the peak became a strategic military position with fortifications.
The peak served as a military outpost during World War I, and you can still see remnants of fortifications along the Kristallokamm ridge.
Rifugio V Alpini at 2,878 meters (9,442 feet) offers shelter for mountaineers, accessible via a marked trail from the Zebru Valley parking area. Starting early helps you encounter stable snow and ice conditions in the gullies.
The peak is prone to frequent rockfall in its snow-filled gullies, particularly as temperatures warm during the day. This hazard transforms the climb into a race against changing conditions that demands experience and careful timing.
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