Routes in Valtellina for selected grade

Some pitons in the route, anchors fixed or to be strenghten. Classical itinerary, frequently repeated. Return by the foot through the southwestern ridge of Punta Torelli to Porcellizzo pass.

The first route opened in Val di Mello according to the Val di Mello guidebook published by Versante Sud (2004 edition).

The route is located a few meters to the left a river/waterfall descending from the mountains and it starts on the right side of a cave on a dihedral leading up to another cave.

1. 30m (5) Dihedral on the right side until you reach a terrace at the beginning of a cave or chimney like structure.

2. 25m (5+) A 2m vertical face towards the chimney (one piton), through the chimney. Belay on a tree after the chimney.

3. 25m (5) Follow the vertical cracks to the top.

Descend on foot to the left following a clear trail.