Alpine ascents to peaks higher than 3,500 m
Ascents above the border of snow and ice
The vast majority of peaks in the Alps higher than 3,500 m above sea level are already among the most difficult ones with the need to climb over snow and ice. So these are not tourist peaks. In addition, you will not have time to go out and meet most of them in one day and you will have to use the services of mountain huts.
Ascent to the House (4545 m above sea level)
The most accessible of the highest
The house is located in the Valais Alps and is the highest peak of the Mischabel group, which counts 11 four thousand. With a prominence of over 1000 meters, with its altitude of 4545 m above sea level, it is the third highest mountain in the Alps. Due to its height and accessibility, Dom is becoming a destination for many climbers, but also for mountain guides with a clientele. continue reading
Ascent to Alphubel
... or with a potato salad for four thousand
When you spend Christmas with your family in Saas-Fee, it is not such a problem to climb to 4,000. You will definitely climb there alone, you won't even meet your foot, it will just happen that you, like us, will not only look for a way, but also tread … continue reading
Allalin design
Three alpine four-thousanders in three days
Ascents above Saas-Fee: Allalinhorn 4,027 m. – via HohlaubGletcher, surprisingly finally to the top and climbing … Strahlhorn 4 190 m. – via Allalingletcher and Adlerpass, endless dance between cracks … Alphubel 4 206 m. – from Mittel -Allalin over Feejoch – a crest parade that we gave up 20 meters before the „bulge“ … unsecured mass of stones moving underfoot … without one helmet … we left this there for the next time and also Fish or Rimpfischhorn 4 199 m, which rises toothy next to the snowy Strahlhorn. Completed July 6 – 8, 2017 continue reading
Ascent to Breithorn
A simple four thousandth in the Valais Alps.
Breithorn (4,165 m above sea level) is considered to be the lightest alpine 4,000 m high. The massif itself has five peaks, the highest of which is the Breithorn Occidentale. The easiest ascent to Breithorn leads from the Swiss side from Malý Matterhorn continue reading
Winter ascent to Gran Paradiso
Italian Great Paradise
The peak of Gran Paradiso is the only 4,000-meter peak that lies entirely in Italy and is not shared with any country. It is considered to be one of the lighter mountains over 4,000 m, but the ascent requires some preparation and physique. For about 2 years I planned how to get to it and was looking for suitable partners, until the first week in January, when I was free, I found a post on Facebook that is looking for people in numbers and the goal is Gran Paradiso. It was clear where I was going :-) continue reading
Ascent to Ortler (3905m asl)
Ascent to the highest mountain of the former Austria-Hungary.
Up the south-eastern ridge of Hintergrat, difficulty III.UIAA / AD, in one place IV.UIAA, down normal (AD- / PD +), ice passages up to 45 °. Overnight at the Hintergrathütte and Payer Hütte. From internal communication: „… super great weekend, you were great, Ox …“ (I was among the Ox.) I was honored, gentlemen! Completed 4.-6.8. 2017 continue reading
Ascent to Grossglockner Stüdlgrat
The Big Bell unexpectedly without people
We chose a somewhat untraditional variant with a starting night at Erzherzog-Johann-Hütte, which meant a greater number of kilometers and elevation, but we were alone on the ridge and also at the top cross, which is not a good luck for someone. Stüdlgrat, a climbing route to the Grossglockner, is marked with AD, III + difficulty, but there are many places secured by borháky and fixed ropes that make the whole ascent easier. Conquered by Cyril and Methodius 2019. continue reading
Ascent to the Wildspitze and descent through the Taschachtal
Two-day skiing in the Pitztal
Winter ascent to Austria's second highest mountain Wildspitze (3,772 m.) Crossing the Taschachferner Glacier from east to west and then descending Taschachtal all the way down to the car park. First step. A ten-kilometer drive from a glacier lying at an altitude of 3,200 m. To a valley at an altitude of 1,700 m. continue reading
Ascent to Wetterhorn (3692 m above sea level)
Beautiful hill with a beautiful and well-deserved view
Together with the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau mountains, the Wetterhorn dominates the small town of Grindelwald. They rise to a height of 3692 m above sea level and with the adjacent Mittelhorn are ideal for already somewhat experienced climbers. The name itself is very convenient, as you may encounter very changeable weather here. The terrain is also quite diverse. Those who try to conquer Wetterhorn must prepare to cross a small glacier and climb in the mix. Reaching the top is definitely not free, but it's worth it. continue reading
Ascent to Großvenediger Nordgrat
A two-day alpine hike
The Großvenediger, or Greater Venetian, lies west of the Großglockner and is considered Austria's fourth highest mountain. It is usually accessed from the east through the so-called Prague cottages. We decided to conquer it from the west – via Kürsingerhütte and climb it not by normal, but by the Nordgrat climbing route of difficulty III + (AD). continue reading
Ascent to Großvenediger normal
View of the Hohe Tauern
Großvenediger, located in the Hohe Tauern, has a height of 3,666 meters. nm the fourth highest mountain in Austria. Its top is covered by a glacier and it is a very interesting hill for those who want to try moving in cats and on a rope. Hohe Tauren, as the real name for the Hohe Tauern is, is also a beautiful part of the Alps full of beautiful valleys, glaciers and the steep walls of the surrounding hills. continue reading
Ascent to Similaun
Trek to mythical mountain
Similaun (3 606 m asl) is one of the most popular and highest mountains in Austria. Moreover, it is not very difficult, so a number of tourists ascend here every year. And there is no wonder – there is not only fabulous view from the top, but also the way itself from the valley is very nice. In its vicinity are also a number of other peaks, so you will not be bored in his area even for a few days. This trip describes the ascent on snow in the early spring. continue reading
