Rötelspitze

Rötelspitze

The Stelvio Pass is one of the most impressive and spectacular pass crossings in the Alps - a tour that is a real alpine highlight for fit and technically experienced bikers thanks to the combination of the legendary ascent and the summit experience on the Rötelspitze (Punta Rosa, 3026 meters above sea level).

Description

The start is in Trafoi on the northern ramp of the Stelvio Pass. If you like it sporty, you can pedal up the famous hairpin bends under your own steam. Alternatively, you can take a bike shuttle to the pass. The views of Trafoi and the glacier flanks of Ortler, Zebru and Königsspitze are already impressive here. From the pass at 2757 meters above sea level, the route continues towards the Dreisprachenspitze, then on an alpine, partly exposed trail towards the saddle below the Rötelspitze. From here, the final, mostly pushing and carrying section to the summit begins.

The effort is worth it: the Rötelspitze is one of the few real bike 3000-metre peaks that are technically accessible. A 360° panorama in a class of its own awaits at the summit - with distant views of the Central Alps, the Dolomites and as far as the Bernina Group. In autumn in particular, the conditions here are often crystal clear and the views are almost surreal.

From the summit, the technically challenging descent leads back to the saddle. Between difficulty S3 (hairpin bends!) and S2, full concentration is required here. The subsequent traverse back to the Goldsee Trail can mostly only be tackled by pushing - it is also exposed and only recommended if you are sure-footed and the weather is good. From the start of the Goldsee Trail (please observe any driving bans), the trail continues at S2 level with hairpin bends before you reach the flowing section below the artillery position - a section that is a dream to surf at S1 level. The lower section follows an old military trail with varying terrain: Forest floor, gravel and roots alternate, and countless hairpin bends (S2) take you back to Trafoi, where the tour comes full circle.

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