1879
2,973 m
Michl Innerkofler, Georg Ploner
WESTLICHE ZINNE
Normal route (III+)
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THE MOUNTAIN
The Western Zinne is known among mountaineers primarily for its steeply overhanging north face, one of the largest roofs in the Alps. The normal route to the Western Zinne is also a very worthwhile destination. Firstly, it is much less crowded than its neighboring peak, the Grosse Zinne, which is only a few meters higher. Secondly, this climb also offers a beautiful mix of easy climbing, challenging routefinding, and easier walking sections in between. What applies to the Grosse Zinne also applies to the Western Zinne: Alpine history was written on its walls. The milestones of alpine climbing have been postponed several times, and even the large, over 40-meter-spanning roof in the middle of the north face, long considered impossible, is free-climbed by Alexander Huber, the Pan Aroma (XI-). The fact that the Western Zinne is only a few meters smaller than the Grosse Zinne meant that its first ascent did not take place until a full 10 years later.
ABOUT THE TOUR
Western Cima - Normal Route: The starting point for this wonderful climbing route is the car park of the Auronzo Hut above Misurina. First, the route follows a short section below the southern flank, then zigzags up the scree to the starting point. From the starting point, the route ascends via a gully, partly on scree and partly on easy climbing. This is followed by a section of easier walking terrain up to the rock face, where the route steepens. The route climbs across the face at grade III, followed by a short traverse into a ravine. At the end of the ravine, a chimney (III+) awaits, leading to the ledge. Traverse the ledge a short distance to the left, and then tackle the summit wall. The route continues to the summit in pure climbing, never exceeding the difficulties encountered so far.
INFO
Services
Included in the price:
- Entire organization and guidance by a state-certified mountain guide
- All necessary reservations are made in advance
Additional costs:
- Transfers to and from the meeting point
- Auronzo Hut toll fees
- Individual tips
* Rental equipment (€10 per piece of equipment)
Facts
Location:
Sexten Dolomites
Best time of year:
June - October
Duration:
1 day
approx. 8 hours
Meeting point:
Dürrensee parking lot
What you need
Safety-relevant requirements
- Grade III climbing
- Surefootedness even on loose scree
Requirements for enjoyment
- Freedom from vertigo
PRICING
PROGRAM
Meeting point at an agreed time at the parking lot at Lake Dürrensee.
We'll drive together to the Auronzo Hut.
A quick equipment check and then we'll head toward the access gully.
We'll rope up and climb along the normal route to the Cima Ovest, through challenging terrain. Beautiful climbing sections alternate with easier walking terrain, providing a nice mix.
After about 3-4 hours of climbing, we'll reach the summit.
The view from the summit, and especially the view of the Cima Grande from a vantage point rarely seen, is impressive.
Using a short rope and a few abseils, we'll return to the foot of the Cima Ovest and back to the starting point at the Auronzo Hut.
The entire tour takes approximately 8-9 hours.
The story of the first ascent
Due to its lower altitude, the Western Zinne was considered a less desirable destination than its taller neighbor. Consequently, it wasn't until 10 years after the first ascent of the Grosse Zinne that the two mountaineers Luigi Orsolina and Gustav Gröger attempted it. In August 1879, they reached a rocky outcrop on the southern flank, which, in the fog, they mistakenly believed to be the summit. A few days later, on August 21 of the same year, Michel Innerkofler, a cousin of Franz Innerkofler, and Georg Ploner, an innkeeper in Schluderbach, reached the highest point and cleared up the misconception.
