Zufritt Peak (3.439 m)

This demanding high-alpine tour leads you up the majestic Zufrittspitze, which stands proudly at 3,439 meters above sea level and is widely considered one of the most magnificent peaks in the entire Ortler-Cevedale group. The scenic route starts at the turquoise Zufritt Reservoir and winds along alpine trails past the fascinating Yellow and Green Lakes, which sit like sparkling jewels in the rugged rocky landscape. The final scramble along the rocky ridge demands absolute sure-footedness and a good head for heights, but rewards you at the summit cross with a boundless, mesmerizing panoramic view across the glaciated giants of the Stilfserjoch National Park

Directions

Drive through Val Martello until you reach the parking area at the Lake Gioveretto (Gasthof zum See). Follow trail no.17 out of the valley. Then, briefly hike up and cross two bridges over the Zufrittbach River. Continuing up to the tree line hike up to Gelbsee Lake (2.729m; about 3 hours) the Grünsee Lake is located behind a moraine. Next follow the clearly marked trail over boulders: the hike is at first moderate, then gets steeper, curving through a huge cirque to a short, steep ridge, which is not too difficult to cross with fixed ropes. Then, climb the serpentine trail over boulders, up to the narrow but steep glacier and cross over its upper, split-free part over to the foot of the peak flank (if very icy, crampons are needed), the ice can also be bypassed by the rocks above it. From there, follow the signs, climbing first over easy rocks and finally up a very steep cliff with a steel cable up to the summit (3.438m; about 2 hours from Gelbsee Lake).
Descent: Return using the same trail.

State open

Duration 4:54 h

Length 7.7 km

Difficulty difficult

Difference in height uphill 1583 hm

Difference in height downhill 13 hm

Difference in height 3427 m