Overview
Grade: 8+
Total time: 3 hrs
Climbing time: 2 hrs
Approach time: 30 mins
Exit time: 25 mins
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Length: 170m
Rope Length: 50m
Quickdraws: 11
Climbing 'Herrgottsloata' (God's Ladder) on the impressive Klobenwand, located in Austria's Hohe Wand area, is a true benchmark for experienced sport climbers. Graded 8+ (UIAA), this iconic route is renowned for its steep, often severely overhanging limestone. Successfully ascending Herrgottsloata demands exceptional finger strength, sustained endurance, and precise footwork through intricate sequences. It's a challenging and highly rewarding experience, offering spectacular exposure and a deep sense of accomplishment upon reaching the top of one of the region's most famous and demanding lines.