Overview
Grade: 8+
Total time: 14 hrs
Climbing time: 11 hrs
Approach time: 2 hrs
Exit time: 2 hrs
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Length: 550m
Rope Length: 55m
Quickdraws: 13
Climbing the Hasse-Brandler route on the Cima Grande (Große Zinne) is a serious undertaking, demanding a high level of skill, experience, and commitment. Graded at 8+ (UIAA) or equivalent, it presents sustained technical difficulties across its multiple pitches. The route is renowned for its challenging face climbing, requiring precise footwork, powerful finger strength, and the ability to execute complex sequences on often-sparse holds. Protection can be sparse in places, adding a mental element to the physical demands. The exposure is significant, as the Cima Grande is one of the iconic Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks, offering breathtaking views but also amplifying the consequences of a fall. A successful ascent of the Hasse-Brandler is a significant achievement in any climber's career, requiring meticulous planning, excellent physical and mental preparation, and a healthy dose of respect for the mountain.
