Overview
Grade: 6+
Total time: 4 hrs
Climbing time: 3 hrs
Approach time: 45 mins
Exit time: 20 mins
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Length: 200m
Rope Length: 50m
Quickdraws: 11
Climbing 'Kaiser Max Spätlese' (Grade 6+) on Martinswand, Tyrol, Austria, is an iconic and challenging multi-pitch experience. This classic route, named after Emperor Maximilian I, ascends the impressive limestone face of Martinswand, just outside Innsbruck. Graded 6+ (UIAA), it demands solid technical climbing skills, good stamina, and mental fortitude. The route is renowned for its steep, sustained climbing, often on excellent but sometimes polished rock, offering exhilarating exposure and breathtaking panoramic views of the Inn Valley and the surrounding Alps. It's a true test of a climber's ability, rewarding those who complete it with a profound sense of achievement. The descent is typically via rappelling. 'Kaiser Max Spätlese' is considered a must-do for experienced climbers seeking a demanding and highly scenic alpine adventure in a historical setting.
