Climbing in Pontedilegno-Tonale: natural crags and indoor climbing gyms
Climbing in Pontedilegno-Tonale can be enjoyed in any season, choosing between natural crags and indoor climbing gyms. Between Ponte di Legno, Tonale Pass and Vermiglio, you will find four crags with routes of varying difficulty, from 3a for beginners up to 9a+, to test yourself on the rock in the heart of the Adamello-Presanella landscapes. When it rains, in winter or simply when you want to train, you can choose between two artificial indoor gyms featuring climbing walls, bouldering areas and a bar.
Climbing amidst the landscapes of Adamello-Presanella
Natural crags: rock climbing
The natural crags of Pontedilegno-Tonale allow you to climb on real rock surrounded by mountain scenery. Four rock crags, between Tonale Pass and Vermiglio, offer routes of varying difficulty and short approaches. From Palestra Monticelli, with routes up to 120 metres, to Palestra Paradiso at 2,600 metres, through to the crags of Vermiglio, you will find diverse environments to discover climbing or challenge yourself on more demanding walls.
Discover all the crags
Palestra Monticelli
Located at Tonale Pass, it offers 40 routes with heights of up to 120 metres and grades ranging from 4b to 8a. To reach the crag, leave your car just before Passo Tonale and follow the SAT 281 path.
Palestra Paradiso
Locate at Passo Paradiso, on the slopes of the Presena Glacier, it offers 10 routes with difficulties ranging from 4a to 6b and a maximum height of 33 metres. The crag is located at an altitude of 2,600 metres and can be reached on foot from Tonale Pass or via cable car.
Palestra Centrale
Just above Vermiglio, it offers 5 routes, 3 of which consist of two pitches, with a maximum height of 37 metres and difficulties ranging from 5a to 6b.
Palestra Stavel
Also located near Vermiglio, it offers 7 routes ranging from 6 to 13 metres high, with difficulties from 3a to 6a. It is also suitable for children and beginners.
Indoor climbing: keep training even when it’s raining
When the weather does not allow for rock climbing, in Pontedilegno-Tonale you can continue training indoors. Two indoor gyms with artificial walls offer routes of varying difficulty, including walls, towers, roofs and bouldering areas. A practical way to keep fit and spend a few hours in good company, even during the winter months.
