Gran Zebrù (3857 m), one of the most stunning peaks in the Ortles-Cevedale Group, is known for its elegant pyramidal shape and technical climb, making it a highly sought-after objective for mountaineers. The Suldengrat route, following the northwest ridge, is a challenging ascent that offers a complete alpine experience, featuring ice, mixed, and rock sections, along with breathtaking views of the entire massif.

  • Gran Zebrù
  • 2 days
  • Medium difficulty
  • Presence of nearby refreshment point
  • Maximum number of participants
  • Suitable for adults only

Gran Zebrù mountaineering experience

Gran Zebrù Suldengrat Ridge Route
The climb begins from Quinto Alpini Refuge (2877m), accessible from Valfurva. From the hut, the route ascends the Zebrù Glacier, tackling steep slopes up to the Passo di Solda. The Suldengrat ridge then begins, featuring snow and rock sections with exposed passages. The final stretch includes mixed climbing with rock sections up to grade III, leading to the summit.

From the summit of Gran Zebrù, the view is extraordinary: you can admire Monte Ortles, Monte Cevedale, Adamello, and even the Bernina Group. A demanding but highly rewarding climb, reserved for experienced mountaineers with solid technical skills!

Technical data
Difficulty: D with mixed climbing and exposed sections
Exposure: North, West
Elevation gain and loss: 1700 meters
Descent: by Normal route
Duration: 2 days
Stay: Quinto Alpini Refuge

The climb to Gran Zebrù is also possible along the Langer Suldengrat route, starting from Solda and staying at the Rifugio del Coston (Hintergrat Hutte). This route is more difficult and demanding than the classic Suldengrat (Kunze Suldengrat).

Mountain guide price for the climb of Gran Zebrù

€ 800 - 1 person - classic Suldengrat
€ 950 - 1 person - Langer Suldengrat

The price not includes:

Overnight stay, dinner and breakfast (1 nigth).

Where to meet your mountain guide

  • Meeting point On the day of your excursion, meet your guide at:
    Rifugio Forni
    Località Forni, Santa Caterina Valfurva
    23030 Valfurva - SO
  • Meeting time to be agreed
  • Geographic coordinates 46°25'12.6"N 10°33'17.8"E

What to bring

  • Crampons
  • Mountaineering ax
  • Climbing helmet
  • Climbing harness
  • Descender
  • Carabiners
  • Mountain boots
  • Water bottle
  • Snacks
  • Technical apparel
  • Change of clothing
  • Backpack

What you need to know

  • Equipment Remember to bring the minimum required equipment for the activity. If you do not own the equipment let us know, we will provide it for you, if available or for hire.
  • Reservation The reservation for this experience is individual, with a dedicated mountain guide. It may be reserved for a number of participants no greater than the maximum number allowed.
  • Excursion price The price shown is for the excursion with the dedicated mountain guide and possible transfer using the guide's private vehicle. It is valid for individual reservations for a number of participants that does not exceed the maximum number allowed.
  • Safety The mountain guide may cancel or suspend the excursion or change the itinerary if minimum safety conditions are not guaranteed. Please view the terms.
  • Rigid terms of cancellation The terms of cancellation and change for this experience are rigid. Please view the terms.

How to reserve your mountain guide

To reserve a IFMGA-UIAGM Certified Mountain Guides for climbing the Gran Zebrù Suldengrat Ridge Route, you must send a request that provides and specifies your contact information, the number of participants and the date/period in which you wish to take the Gran Zebrù ascent via Suldengrat.
We will respond immediately to confirm the availability of the guide, the deadline, if any, to confirm the option for the reservation, methods of payment, characteristics and organization of the mountaineering experience.
Once the reservation is confirmed, we will send you the receipt and the presentation voucher with the details of the service, the name of the mountain guide or the mountaineering school, and all the contact information.

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