Tullen

Tullen is a mountain summit in the Dolomites that reaches 2,652 meters and displays steep rock faces with exposed ridges along its southern side. The terrain is rugged and angular, with visible layering in the stone.

Hermann Delago made the first documented ascent in 1895 and established a climbing route that mountaineers still use today. This early exploration opened the summit to the climbing community.

The mountain sits in South Tyrol, where Italian and German cultures meet and blend into the local language, customs, and alpine way of life. Visitors quickly notice how both traditions shape the region.

The mountain is accessible via the Günther Messner trail from Zannes car park, a route with about 1,100 meters (3,600 feet) of elevation gain round trip. The paths are well-marked, but a head for heights is needed, especially in the upper sections.

Steel cables secure climbers along the final ridge and guide them to a wooden summit cross. This modest cross marks the highest point and serves as a landmark visible from afar by passing mountaineers.

Elevation above the sea: 2,652 m

GPS coordinates: 46.65353,11.77512

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:31