Punta Taviela, Mountain summit in Peio, Italy

Punta Taviela is a peak in the Ortles-Cevedale mountain range standing at 3612 meters, marked by steep rocky walls and glacial features across its slopes. The terrain displays typical alpine characteristics with snow-covered sections and rocky passages that draw experienced mountaineers.

The mountain served as a strategic location during World War I in the Alpine combat zone, with remnants of military installations and supply routes from that period. This front configuration made the region one of Europe's most intense mountain warfare areas.

Punta Taviela lies on the ridge running from Monte Cevedale to Punta San Matteo by way of Monte Vioz, with the Cima di Peio just to its west. The usual ascent leaves Santa Caterina Valfurva and passes the Rifugio Ghiacciaio dei Forni and the Rifugio Cesare Branca, both named after figures of Italian mountaineering.

The ascent typically starts from a lower base point or established shelter in the surrounding area and requires mountaineering gear and experience with alpine terrain. Visitors should expect changing weather conditions and rapid temperature shifts at this elevation.

Punta Taviela sits on the crest linking Monte Cevedale to Punta San Matteo via Monte Vioz, with Cima di Peio immediately to its west. Its south-east flank borders the Forni Glacier, and the peak rises about 319 metres above the surrounding terrain.