Overview
Grade: 4+
Total time: 3 hrs
Climbing time: 2 hrs
Approach time: 45 mins
Exit time: 45 mins
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Length: 70m
Rope Length: 60m
Quickdraws: 14
The Mitteldurchstieg (grade 4+) on the Rotspitze, a prominent peak, offers a quintessential alpine climbing experience. This classic multi-pitch route is celebrated for its sustained, enjoyable climbing on good rock, navigating slabs, cracks, and often a few more exposed sections that perfectly match its grade. While not extreme, it demands sure-footedness and a good command of alpine climbing techniques. Each pitch unfolds with increasing exposure and breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, culminating in a rewarding summit experience. The ascent is a true journey through the rock, leading to a sense of accomplishment at the top. The return journey typically involves a combination of rappels down a designated descent route or the route itself, followed by a walk-off, often traversing scree fields and lower-angle terrain back to the base or a hut. This descent, though less physically demanding in terms of climbing, requires careful navigation and concentration, completing a memorable high-alpine adventure.
