Ski mountaineering on Monte Sole

Back-country skiing • Val di Sole

Ski mountaineering on Monte Sole

An easy itinerary in the charming Val di Rabbi with the added bonus of having a splendid mountain hut located along the route which also remains open in winter (the Malga Monte Sole Alta farmhouse).

The Monte Sole peak is ideal for winter ascents and to enjoy the snow overlooking the splendid Val di Rabbi.

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Ski mountaineering on Monte Sole

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An easy route in the enchanting Val di Rabbi with the added advantage of having a magnificent refuge situated along the way that remains open even in winter (the Upper Monte Sole hut).

moderate

Distance 13.3 km

4:00 h

1,100 m

2,338 m

1,249 m

The summit of Monte Sole is ideal for winter ascents and to enjoy the snow with a view over the splendid Val di Rabbi.

Author’s recommendation

The Monte Sole hut also offers a limited number of rooms for those wishing to stay overnight… and a sauna!

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Difficulty

moderate

Overall difficulty

moderate

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

Experience

Landscape

Highest point

monte sole, 2,338 m

Lowest point

rabbi fonti, 1,249 m

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No marked trail

13.1 km

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208 m

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Safety information

Remember that the stability of the snow cover is subject to sudden and unpredictable changes and shifts. Always check the local avalanche bulletin (www.meteotrentino.it or any other service that suits your needs) before departure and make sure to collect all possible information about current conditions at the Alpine Guides office (http://www.guidealpinevaldisole.it).

GPS tracks are only indicative of the most common routes and should not be blindly followed without first verifying the current slope and terrain conditions.

Note that the practicability of mountain routes is strictly linked to prevailing conditions and is therefore influenced by natural phenomena, environmental changes, and weather conditions. For this reason, the information contained on this page may have changed. Before setting out on a route, make sure the path is still accessible by contacting the owner of the hut, the alpine guides, or visitor centers of natural parks, tourist offices, or local entities' info offices.

Tips and suggestions

http://www.malgamontesole.it

http://www.guidealpinevaldisole.it

Roadbook

After leaving the village of Rabbi Fonti, take the forestry road on the left that leads into the Cercen valley. You will cross a first bridge at an altitude of 1,485 meters and reach another one at Fontanon. From here the road leads to the other side of the mountain and continues north before sharply turning towards the Lower Sole hut at 1,759 meters. Shortly after the hut, you can freely continue through sparse woods and reach the Upper Sole hut at 2,048 meters. From here, crossing open terrain, it is possible to reach the summit of Monte Sole.

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Directions

From the town of Malè in the Val di Sole, take the provincial road SP86 towards Rabbi Fonti.

Parking

Parking is available at the start of the forestry road, shortly after Rabbi Fonti.

Coordinates

46.407668, 10.805894

DMS

46°24'27.6"N 10°48'21.2"E

UTM

32T 638803 5140928

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Book recommendation by the author

"Ski mountaineering in Trentino", ed. Tappeiner 2010

Author’s map recommendations

4Land no.156 - Val di Sole

Equipment

For all ski mountaineering activities, appropriate clothing is strongly recommended. Skiers should consider that temperatures can drop rapidly and clothing must also be suitable for snowy conditions (such as waterproof Gore-Tex jackets). Additionally, gloves, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen should always be part of every off-piste skier's basic equipment.

It is also important to remember that ski boots that are too tight or insufficiently waterproof can cause frostbite.

It is MANDATORY to carry an avalanche rescue kit consisting of an ARVA, probe, and shovel (this is also available for rent).

A suitable helmet and other safety equipment are also highly recommended (avalanche airbags, etc.).

In case of hard snow or ice, ski crampons are advised.