Via ferrata
KESSELKOGEL
Kesselkogel traverse (B)
FAMILY
ALPIN
Südtirolalpin
State-certified mountain and ski guides IFMGA
South Tyrolean Mountain and Ski Guides Association
Email suedtirolalpin@gmail.com
Tour duration:
1 day
Kesselkogel – Überschreitung
The Kesselkogel is the highest summit of the Rosengarten group – and traversing it by via ferrata is a fantastic experience in the heart of the Dolomites.
Difficulty B (via ferrata) · 7 h · Rosengarten group
The highest summit of the Rosengarten group and the only 3,000-metre peak in the area can be traversed on a superb combination of via ferratas. The long approaches to the Kesselkogel, which lies far from any road in the heart of the Rosengarten, make it a natural choice to combine this traverse with other wonderful via ferratas in the region as a 2- or 3-day tour.
But even as a somewhat longer day tour, this summit promises a wonderful day in the mountains and in the Dolomites. If you do the Kesselkogel in one day, you get a varied via ferrata circuit right in the heart of the Rosengarten.
INFO
Services
Included in the price:
'- Complete organisation and guiding by a state-certified mountain guide
- All necessary reservations are made in advance
Additional costs for participants:
'- Transfer to and from the meeting point
- Individual tips
* Rental equipment (€10 per item)
Facts
Location:
Dolomites
Best time of year:
June - October
Duration:
1 day
Meeting point:
Meeting point and time will be arranged when booking
Requirements
Requirements:
'- As a day tour, very good fitness for 1,200 metres of ascent (including counter-ascents) and 8 hours of walking
- Sure-footedness (including on scree)
- A head for heights
- For families with children, we recommend splitting the tour over 2 days
FAMILY
ALPIN
Our offer for families
Children up to the age of 14 go free when accompanied by their parents
You can find all the details on how this offer works at this link
PRICE
Participants:
max. 6 people
Price:
Tailor-made on request
Every tour is priced individually.
The price depends, among other things, on the length and difficulty of the tour, group size, date, travel effort and scope of services.
You can find more information about our rates in our terms and conditions.
If you have any questions or need further information, just add them in the comment field of the enquiry form.
Before you send your request: please read the "important information" on the risks of mountaineering carefully.
Dates:
on request
PROGRAMME
Day tour: Kesselkogel traverse
The shortest approach is via Vigo di Fassa, parking in Pera and continuing by shuttle bus to Rifugio Gardeccia. From here it takes us just under 3 hours to reach the foot of the Kesselkogel face, where the via ferrata begins. At the start we put on our via ferrata gear and begin the enjoyable, never particularly difficult ascent to the summit of the Kesselkogel. It is a varied tour that cleverly follows the easiest line up this spectacular colossus of rock. From the summit we have a wonderful view from the highest point of the Rosengarten massif.
The descent follows the east side of the mountain on another easy via ferrata. Once at the foot of the mountain, a short climb still awaits us up to the Antermoia Pass. From the pass we head back to our starting point at Rifugio Gardeccia. If we miss the last shuttle, we have about 1 more hour of descent back to Pera from here.
Total time: 7 h | ↑ 1,050 m | ↓ 1,050 m | Difficulty: B (via ferrata)
Info: Tip: To make the most of this wonderful region, it is worth spending several days in the Rosengarten. Here we can plan dream via ferrata circuits of 2 or 3 days, or even whole via ferrata weeks, as you like. We stay overnight in the finest huts right in the heart of the Rosengarten and might even find out where this mountain range gets its name! Just let us know in your enquiry if you would like us to put together an offer for a multi-day tour and how many days you would like to roam the massif. There is plenty to discover. Important: because some of the huts are small and demand is high, it is essential to book early so that we can still get beds.
Any changes to the programme that may become necessary for various reasons (weather, conditions, availability of accommodation, etc.) are always made in consultation with the participants.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Is the Kesselkogel traverse suitable for beginners?
For sure-footed hikers with some initial via ferrata experience, the tour is very doable. The difficulties remain moderate, but the circuit is long and requires the fitness for a full day in alpine terrain.
What should I bring for the tour?
Above all, you need sturdy mountain boots and suitable clothing for a long day in the Dolomites. The exact packing list comes with the confirmation email. Via ferrata equipment can be rented from Südtirolalpin for a small wear-and-tear fee.
Can the tour also be planned as a multi-day tour?
Yes, absolutely – and in the Rosengarten it is actually an especially good idea. The Kesselkogel traverse combines very well with other via ferratas and hut stays if you would like to spend a few days in the region.
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