Via Mirko, Monte Steviola, Vallunga, Dolomites, Manuel Nocker, Armin Senoner

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Via Mirko - Monte Steviola

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Manuel Nocker and Armin Senoner making the first ascent of Via Mirko on Monte Steviola, Vallunga (Puez-Odle) Dolomites

Manuel Nocker, Armin Senoner

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First ascent

Manuel Nocker, Armin Senoner 17/10/2016

Armin Senoner

Orientation

South

Length

400 m

Difficulty

7b+

Period

The route faces south, meaning that it can be climbed almost all year round.

Departure

Vallunga

Link

https://www.gardenaguides.it

Route

Via Mirko, a fantastic 19-pitch climb that leads to the summit of Monte Steviola.

The route is well-equipped, but since all pitches are sustained, the outing is an interesting, not-to-be-underestimated free climbing challenge.

Getting there

Reach Selva di Val Gardena and follow signs for Vallunga. Park at the car park (payment in summer and winter). The rock face is clearly visibile from here.

Access

Walk along path “via crucis- Kreuzweg”, at the fork follow signs for “Castel Wolkenstein”. The route starts 20 meters to the right of the castle ruins (first bolt clearly visible).

Descent

From the last belay traverse across meadows NW, follow the path that leads to a short downclimbing section (III) and then join the Palota path that in circa 45 minutes leads easily back down to the Vallunga car park.

Gear

1 x 50m rope, 14 quickdraws, helmet

Notes

Via Mirko is dedicated to a close friend who died prematurely, who loved to fly above these mountains.

Via Mirko crosses Via Vinatzer at 3/4 height.