Overview
Grade: 5+
Total time: 2 hrs
Climbing time: 1 hour
Approach time: 30 mins
Exit time: 25 mins
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Length: 65m
Rope Length: 50m
Quickdraws: 12
Climbing the 'Hochempor Verschneidung' (Grade 5+) on Hohe Wand is a quintessential Hohe Wand experience, a true classic that demands respect and offers immense rewards. This route ascends a prominent, often airy dihedral system, characteristic of the area's unique limestone. Expect a captivating mix of technical slab moves, strenuous crack climbing, and exposed traverses, all on rock that is surprisingly solid but occasionally reminds you of Hohe Wand's wild character. Protection is a blend of older fixed gear and required traditional placements, so a good eye for gear and a full rack are essential. Reaching the top rewards you not only with the satisfaction of completing a significant line but also with breathtaking panoramic views across the Gutenstein Alps. It's a challenging yet immensely rewarding journey, a true test piece at its grade, and a memorable adventure through one of Hohe Wand's most iconic lines. The descent is typically a straightforward walk-off.
