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Piz Trovat via ferrata

Piz Trovat via ferrata Piz Trovat 3145 m

Difficulty

K3, T4
Ascent

1:30–2 h, 280 m
Mountain Experience

2 / 4
Power

2 / 4
Endurance

1 / 4
Psyche

2 / 4

A picture that has travelled around the world many thousands of times as a postcard, which can be found in every Swiss illustrated book and, of course, any advertising for the Engadin, is the dream view from the Diavolezza towards the summits of Palü, Bellavista and Bernina. Barely noticed, despite being a part of this grand vista stands the humble Bergstock, steeply sloping down towards the Pers glacier. It has gained reputation in recent years however, since as well as the thick steel cables leading up to to the Diavolezza (2973 m), there are now two routes up Piz Trovat (3146 m). One is a very manageable tour, suitable for families and so also for beginners. The other is very, very sporty, with overhangs which require courage and muscles. The fact that builders of the ferrata chose the west flank for their ferrata is not surprising. Here, the rock is solid, and the entire ascent takes place in front of the aforementioned grandiose scene. So is can ordinary via ferrata represent an extraordinary mountain experience - you bet.

Topo Klettersteig Piz Trovat © Engadin St. Moritz Mountains AG

Piz Trovat ferrata, Piz Palü behind. © Pontresina Tourismus

Suspension bridge, Piz Palü in the background. © Daniel Anker

Piz Bernina, with something in the way. © Eugen E. und Hildegard Hüsler

Route description

Approach

Related route: Approach to Piz Trovat via ferrata

Piz Trovat via ferrata

After steepish start, you come again into broken ground. Then you climb a vertical ladder. Various iron leads on, first almost in the fall line, then rightwards along a ledge, always with a clear view of the most beautiful mountain scenery of the Upper Engadine. Along another rock band "Piz Trovat II" branches off to the right. A short descent leads to a suspension bridge over a deep couloir, then comes the key passage, the headwall: almost vertical, but plastered with metal aids. You may still get a sweat up, but don't be afraid; this is controlled adventure. A taunting tap with a sign leaves no doubt where the nearest (beer) filling station is. Its still a long way off. More climbing, almost consistently on iron rungs, with little rock contact will have to be mastered. Finally, the steep terrain eases off and, a little to the left of the summit, you can climb out onto the scree bedecked roof of Piz Trovat.

Klettersteig Piz Trovat II (K5-6)

Nach der Verzweigung Trovat I und Trovat II führt der Steig über Platten abwärts zu einer Tyrolienne (eingerichtet, Anleitung vor Ort). Nach einer längeren Querung wartet die "Bizeps Wall", einige sehr steile und kraftraubende Meter. Danach wieder leichter bis zum Gipfel des Piz Trovat.

Descent

Additional information

Character: Piz Trovat I offers a little difficult, but all the more beautiful, scenic via ferrata to a more than 3000 metre high summit (K2, sections of K3). For climbers, there is an extremely difficult exit option Piz Trovat II with long overhanging passages; K5 to K6.

Attention: The descent is steep (white-blue-white markings) T4; The steep scree slope should be free of snow and ice.