Overview
Grade: 8-
Total time: 6 hrs
Climbing time: 3 hrs
Approach time: 2 hrs
Exit time: 1 hour
Show topo 
Length: 300m
Rope Length: 60m
Quickdraws: 8
The Hochblassen, a formidable peak, presents 'Chains of Bigotry' – a route not just of rock and rope, but of profound symbolism. Rated 8-, it’s a demanding ascent that tests both physical prowess and mental fortitude. From the first crimp, the climb feels heavy, much like the metaphorical chains it’s named after. The initial slab is unforgiving, testing every hold, every mental fiber, pushing against the ingrained weight of prejudice. Higher up, intricate traverses demand precision, a careful unpicking of subtle biases woven into the rock’s texture. The crux, an exposed overhanging section, is where the real battle unfolds – against doubt, against exhaustion, against the very idea of limitations imposed by hatred. Each reach, each pull, is a conscious decision to break free. Reaching the summit is more than just a physical triumph; it's a profound liberation. The panorama, vast and unmarred, symbolizes the clarity found after casting off the heavy chains. Descending, one carries not just the memory of the climb, but the renewed spirit of defiance against all forms of bigotry.
