Overview
Grade: B
Total time: 7 hrs
Climbing time: 45 mins
Approach time: 4 hrs
Exit time: 3 hrs
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Length: 1,380m
Total elevation: 300m
Altitude: 1,817m
The ascent of Schärtenspitze via the Normalweg is a rewarding alpine experience, graded B on the via ferrata scale. This means it's a moderately difficult climb, accessible to experienced hikers with surefootedness and a head for heights. While not a pure via ferrata, sections of the Normalweg feature fixed ropes and some iron rungs or steps, particularly in steeper or more exposed passages. The route leads through rocky terrain, offering increasingly spectacular views of the Berchtesgaden Alps, including the Watzmann massif. The final push to the summit, often marked by a prominent summit cross, is exhilarating, culminating in a breathtaking 360-degree panorama. It's a fantastic day out, demanding attention and respect for the alpine environment, but delivering immense satisfaction.
