Overview
Grade: 5
Total time: 19 hrs
Climbing time: 16 hrs
Approach time: 2 hrs
Exit time: 45 mins
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Length: 115m
Rope Length: 60m
Quickdraws: 20
Climbing 'Baierisches Trauma' on the Brandstattpfeiler is an experience steeped in alpine tradition. Despite its daunting name, 'The Bavarian Trauma,' and its UIAA Grade V rating, this route isn't about extreme athleticism in the modern sense. Instead, it's a classic test of skill, composure, and a clean climbing style. The Grade V indicates sustained, often exposed climbing that demands solid footwork, precise movements, and a cool head. The 'Trauma' aspect likely refers less to physical difficulty and more to the psychological challenge and the commitment required on this often sparsely protected multi-pitch climb. Each pitch offers spectacular views of the surrounding Brandstatt area, culminating in a triumphant feeling at the summit. It's a journey into a piece of climbing history, where strategy and mental fortitude are as crucial as physical strength.
