The normal route of ascent for walkers is from the east.

The most popular routes of ascent are on the Mardale side.

The most popular ascent route starts from the Kiyosato side.

The first (and second) ascent route is described above.

Their new approach to the Ortler (3,905 m) became the normal route of ascent ever since.

This eastern ridge is one of the main routes of ascent.

Today there are named routes of ascent on every aspect of the tower.

The ridge is followed by a good path, and is the most usual route of ascent.

Another alternative route of ascent or descent is the West Ridge.

The only direct route of ascent is from the road end at Mardale Head.