Overview
Grade: 8
Total time: 8 hrs
Climbing time: 5 hrs
Approach time: 2 hrs
Exit time: 1 hour
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Length: 300m
Rope Length: 70m
Quickdraws: 14
Climbing "Hungriges Herz" (Hungry Heart) on the North Face of Monte Piano is a serious undertaking. This multi-pitch route, graded 8, demands impeccable technical skills, unwavering stamina, and a healthy dose of mental fortitude. The imposing North Face presents steep, exposed climbing with challenging sequences that test every aspect of a climber's repertoire. Expect powerful, sustained moves on small holds, demanding crimps and pockets, and intricate footwork on often polished limestone. Protection can be sparse in places, adding a layer of psychological commitment to the physical challenge. The views, however, are breathtaking, rewarding the climber with stunning panoramas of the Sexten Dolomites. Completing "Hungriges Herz" is a significant achievement, a testament to a climber's dedication and mastery of the sport. It's a route that will stay with you long after you reach the summit, etched in your memory alongside the stunning landscape of Monte Piano.
