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.
Local mountaineering groups organize guided expeditions to Punta Taviela, maintaining traditional Alpine climbing practices and safety protocols throughout the year.
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.
The northern face displays a distinctive combination of permanent ice formations and steep gradients that demand technical climbing at high altitude. These features make the peak known among mountaineers seeking challenging and technical ascents.
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