Overview
Grade: 6
Total time: 5 hrs
Climbing time: 3 hrs
Approach time: 2 hrs
Exit time: 15 mins
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Length: 190m
Rope Length: 50m
Quickdraws: 12
Climbing the "Nieberl Variante" (grade 6) on the Hohe Wand is a classic and rewarding experience. This route, while not the most difficult on the wall, offers a varied and engaging climb with sustained challenges throughout. The rock is generally solid limestone, providing good holds and satisfying friction. Expect a mix of face climbing, traverses, and occasional small roofs. Proper protection is essential, and placing your own gear in some sections might be required. The views from the route are stunning, especially as you gain elevation, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding Austrian countryside. A good level of fitness and solid 6th-grade climbing ability are necessary to enjoy this route. Be prepared for exposure, as the Hohe Wand is known for its impressive cliffs. Ultimately, the "Nieberl Variante" is a memorable climb that embodies the spirit of Hohe Wand mountaineering.
