Overview
Grade: 5-
Total time: 8 hrs
Climbing time: 6 hrs
Approach time: 2 hrs
Exit time: 45 mins
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Length: 940m
Rope Length: 60m
Quickdraws: 8
The 'Melzergrat und Melzerkante' on the Hintere Platteinspitze (Wetterstein Mountains) is a renowned classic climb, graded UIAA 5-. This route is celebrated for its spectacular exposure and elegant line, tracing a prominent ridge (Melzergrat) and a distinct edge (Melzerkante). Climbers navigate mostly solid Wetterstein limestone, encountering varied climbing from slabs to short steeper sections. The ascent offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding alpine landscape, combining the technical challenge with an exhilarating sense of exposure. It's considered a highly rewarding experience for those comfortable with the grade, providing a quintessential alpine limestone adventure.