Via Andrich - Torre Venezia - Rifugio Vazzoler

VIA ANDRICH – TORRE VENEZIA

The Andrich-Faè route is a climbing route of significant historical value. Opened by two great mountaineers, it is one of the most repeated routes on Torre Venezia, thanks to its beauty and sustained difficulty.

Difficulty:

sustained V, V+

Elevation Gain:

600m to Rifugio Vazzoler + 300m to the start + 250m for the route (350m total length). 9 pitches.

Timing:

5 hours

Approach:

From Rifugio Vazzoler, follow trail 560 towards Rifugio Tissi. Once past the Favretti houses, large boulders (grandi massi) will be on the right. Exit the trail to ascend the scree until reaching the wall. Turn right to reach the base of Torre Venezia. 45 minutes from Rifugio Vazzoler.

Gear:

Standard mountaineering equipment. Some pitons are present but may require supplementation.

Descent:

The descent begins on the northeast wall. A trail is found at the summit, to be followed in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. At a certain point on the wall, red arrows indicate where to leave the main trail on the ledge to follow a small path that descends to the first rappel anchor (very exposed).
The following rappels are present:
1st rappel: 60m (combination of 3 rappels: 20m + 20m + 20m)
2nd rappel: 60m (combination of 3 rappels: 20m + 20m + 20m)
At the bottom, there is a large red square. From here, follow the trail that descends along the gully until reaching a vertical wall, where a final short rappel is performed. Continue along the trail until reaching Rifugio Vazzoler and then the parking lot. 1.45 hours to Rifugio Vazzoler, 45 minutes to Rif. Capanna Trieste.