Table of contents

Introduction
Ortler, July 29
   Photo gallery
Summary and preparation

Introduction

Ortler is the highest peak in South Tyrol (3905 meters AMSL), Italy, and a coveted goal among mountaineers.

My preparation had to be more thorough than for past tours in the mountains, and on that account, I want to get a little more into detail in this blog post than usual. 

Ortler, July 29

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