Extremely long ascent through sloping flat terrain. Some steep climbs are additionally equipped with iron rungs. Short free climbing sections of difficulty grade I require absolute sure-footedness. Although located at low altitudes, this ascent demands extremely good fitness and mountain experience. Very prone to rockfall during thunderstorms, rainy weather, and when exposed to sunlight after winter frost periods. There is no water available along the entire ascent, which lies in the morning sun!
Approach: Immediately at the entrance to the industrial area, parking space on the right (sign via ferrata); follow the paved road to the end where the via ferrata is again signposted; then simply follow the signs to the start. Route info: Although at low altitudes, this ascent demands extremely good fitness and mountain experience. Very prone to rockfall during thunderstorms, rainy weather, and when exposed to sunlight after winter frost periods. There is no water available along the entire ascent, which lies in the morning sun! Unpleasant terrain (scree, steep and slippery) especially in the last part of the ascent requires absolute sure-footedness again. Descent: From the summit of Monte Casale to Rifugio Don Zio; from there keep right on the trail marked no. 427 towards Sarche/Pietramurata; the descent from Rifugio Don Zio to Pietramurata (signposted) is only recommended on dry days. The safety installations on the descent are in poor condition! The lower, unsecured part of
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