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Cima Sternai peak

Category
Difficulty
Difficult
Activity time
8:00
Durata in ore
Distance
18.2
Distance in km
An Alpine climb within the Stelvio National Park. This is the highest summit of the Val Saent, the dividing point between the Val di Rabbi and the Val d’Ultimo.
One of the most classic climbs in the Ortles-Cevedale group. Good ascents all marked with cairns from Rifugio Saent Dorigoni («ometti di pietra», these are stones and rocks piled on top of each other for the purpose of orientation in the mountains). There are steel anchors and snap-hooks in the rocks for safety purposes. A degree of training and physical fitness are required for this climb but the spectacular panorama makes it all worthwhile.
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Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
Photos: Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak | © Ph Guide Alpine Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Cima Sternai peak
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Cima Sternai peak
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Route info

Difficult
Distance
18.2 km
Activity time
8:00 h.
Uphill Elevation
1926 m
Downhill elevation
1926 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
3439 m
Lowest point
1598 m
Height difference
1841 m

Copyright

APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi

Suggestions

From Cima Sternai where a large cross can be seen, it is easy to admire the peaks and majestic Ortles-Cevedale glaciers.

Safety information

It is advised that this climb be undertaken when there is good visibility and with a good background of training at high altitudes. In the case of recent snowfall, the climb to the summit can difficult due to orientation on the rocks on the superior part of the ridge. The use of ropes, harness and crampons, plus a profound knowledge of the basics is vital. In order to take on this itinerary in complete safety entrust the professionalism of the Val di Sole Alpine guides.

  • Choose a route which is suitable and in line with your preparation.
  • Leave information of your itinerary and approximate return time.
  • Pay attention to the signs and indications found on the way.
  • Do not hesitate to return if necessary.
  • In case of accident or emergency, call 118.

All the information given in this profile is subject to change or alteration and therefore not always absolutely valid. It is not possible to completely avoid inaccuracies due to the very rapid changes in weather or environmental conditions, which can verify themselves without warning. For this reason, we accept No responsibility for eventual changes, which may affect the person involved. We strongly advise that weather and/or environmental conditions be checked before departure

Please note that the practicability of the itineraries in a mountain environment is strictly linked to the contingent conditions and is therefore influenced by natural phenomena, environmental changes and weather conditions. For this reason, the information contained in this page may have changed. Before leaving for a tour, make sure the path you will approach is still accessible by contacting the owner of the mountain hut, the alpine guides or the visitor centres of the nature parks, the info offices of the local tourist board.

Starting point

Coler car park – Malga Stablasolo

Directions

EEA - Escursionisti Esperti con Attrezzature (Expert Equipped Hike)

Departure from the Coler car park in Val di Rabbi. The car park can be reaches by car or bus (16 seats). A shuttle bus leaves from the car park (there is a charge) and arrives at Malga Stablasolo (1.529m, this saves about a 30 minute walk). From here the SAT 106 to Doss della Croce (1.796m) Prà di Saent and finally to Rifugio Saent «S. Dorigoni» (2.436m).

From here a climb to Lago Sternai where there are the cairns to direct you around the Sternai lakes. Once you arrive in proximity to the crossroads indicated by a large larchwood sign (2.700m) proceed along following the stone cairns until reaching Cima Sternai (3.443m). The summit of Sternai, especially after the end of July requires the use of crampons. Rope and harness are also indispensable to ensure anchorage to the steel hooks already fixed to the rocks.

Public transportation

By train to Trento (Verona-Brennero line) and from here, take the Trento-Malè-Mezzana (Val di Sole) local train to any station where buses are available for the latest timetable go to www.valdisole.net/EN/Public-Transportation.

How to get there

FROM BOLOGNA-VERONA AND FROM BRENNERO
Take the A22 motorway and exit at Trento Nord (if you are coming from the south) or S.Michele all’Adige (if you coming from the north). Proceed in direction Cles, Val di Non, Val di Sole until reaching the Val di Rabbi.

FROM BERGAMO-BRESCIA
Proceed along the SS42 (direction Passo del Tonale) and from here follow the signs to Malè and Val di Rabbi.

Cross the entire Val di Rabbi. After the Bagni di Rabbi proceed in the direction Coler (reachable by car or 16 seater shuttlebus). During the summer, the shuttle leaves from the car park and goes to Malga Stablasolo. For information on prices and times, speak to the Visitor Centre Rabbi and Stelvio National Park (Tel. +39 0463 909774 - cvrabbi@stelviopark.it).

Where to park

Coler car park (4km from Piazzola di Rabbi)
This climb is suitable only for experts fitted out with the correct equipment such as, rope snap hook and harness, an ice axe, an iron spike and helmet. Waterproof clothes, light but warm (the first layer of clothing in contact with the skin, should be made of polypropylene, a second layer should be of wool or felt (for insulation) and the third layer, waterproof windcheater raincoat in nylon or Gore-Tex, long trousers, mountain boots, gloves and hat, a change of clothes, rucksack and water bottle, skin cream and sun glasses and personal items.
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