Overview
Grade: D
Total time: 3 hrs
Climbing time: 2 hrs
Approach time: 15 mins
Exit time: 30 mins
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Length: 550m
Total elevation: 230m
Altitude: 1,296m
Climbing the Klettersteig Ölberg, graded a challenging 'D', is an unforgettable experience for experienced via ferrata enthusiasts. Located in the picturesque Austrian Alps, this route demands significant arm strength, excellent sure-footedness, and a robust head for heights. The 'D' rating signifies numerous steep to vertical sections, often highly exposed, with minimal natural holds, relying heavily on the steel cable and artificial aids like rungs and pins. Climbers will navigate exhilarating exposed traverses and sustained vertical pitches, offering intense physical and mental challenges. The route provides breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, making the arduous ascent incredibly rewarding. It's crucial to be well-prepared with a complete via ferrata set, helmet, harness, and sturdy hiking boots. This is not a route for beginners or those prone to vertigo; it's a serious alpine undertaking requiring prior experience and excellent physical condition.
