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The Dolomites are probably the climbing destination for alpinists. The impressive rock landscape offers walls up to 1, ...
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Great and varied climbing next to a large dihedral along an edge with cracks, slabs, hourglass placements, and water grooves, exit directly at the ...
The Rubihorn north face is one of the winter classics in the Allgäu Alps and is an ideal practice area to venture into larger winter undertakings.
One of the most difficult routes (7b+/6a, A1) on the famous Cavall Bernat, very good with the appropriate climbing level. Self-protection cracks, ...
Nice climbing over slabs, ramps, pillars and a small roof in the last pitch, wooded section with walking terrain at the end of the 2nd pitch, ...
Varied, homogenous granite climbing (280 m; 8 pitches) opposite the Pelvoux massif in the Écrins National Park above the Haut Val Durance at level 6a
Nice, easy route in the left part of the Parete Zebrata, well protected with bolts. Be cautious of rockfall when many parties are climbing.
Very beautiful climbing in the middle difficulty range, short approach, key points are two airy and exposed traverses, solid and rough rock, ...
Mostly slabs and pillars, dries quickly after rain
Beautiful, rough slabs in solid granite with an entry directly from the parking lot, perfect on uncertain days or when time is limited
Fantastic route in the left part of the Placche di Paleria on great, rough gneiss in the Valle Onsernone
Enjoyable, varied and steep climbing on excellent Furka granite
Varied climbing over slabs, corners and cracks, the highlight is probably the red wall in the 2nd pitch, well protected with sand clocks and bolts
Initially over inclined slabs, in the second part steeper wall climbing over corners and a Piaz flake, bolted well up to the 3rd and 4th pitch, ...
Short climbing on a great granite needle with a hard crux, well protected with normal and bolt anchors, friends recommended for additional protection
Exquisite route, with one equipped slab pitch followed by a large self-protection dihedral, all on high-quality limestone, ideal for a summer ...
Spectacular climbing on limestone with drip holes and many other grip possibilities peppered over the cliffs of Pranu Sartu with a great view over ...
Very nice route along slabs, pillars, and a beautiful crack corner, already quite worn due to numerous ascents, very well protected
Scenically breathtaking ridge route high above Lake Garda with a very short approach in wonderful rock.
Nice route over slabs, flakes, and edges with good protection in beautiful Maggia Valley gneiss; descent is by abseiling the route.
Extremely varied climbing over corners, cracks, slabs, flakes, and a short overhang in the last pitch, well protected with bolts and sand timers, ...
Serious, long alpine undertaking (27 pitches, 1,150 climbing meters) through the 1,000 m high northeast face of Langkofel, descent via normal route ...
Perfectly protected north face route, well suited for hot summer days, after the north face still easy climbing over the east ridge, there you have ...
Wild climbing over two towers (17 pitches, 650 m) on the Figlia di Canali (daughter of Cima Canali), belays on normal bolts or sand clocks, ...
Nice connection of two wall sections separated by a large ledge, varied climbing, in some pitches protection in cracks and corners should ...
Great rock on slabs sprinkled with cracks, small overhangs and ramps, protection good (but not a sport climbing route!), abseil route available
Varied climbing over corners, slabs with holes, and steep walls, short forested sections, good protection (should/can be additionally improved), ...
Nice, almost continuously homogeneous route in the upper 6th and 7th difficulty grade with very good protection, ideal for hot summer days due to ...
Nice homogeneous route with traverses, overhangs, and slab passages, well protected with bolts and ring slings, descent on foot
Recommended route for a three-month climbing trip with a van and/or tent through the best trad climbing areas of the western USA, including the ...
Beautiful, varied and very well secured route, which mostly follows a dihedral and crack system, crux with a vertical to slightly overhanging wall ...
Varied climbing over slabs, corners, chimneys, cracks, and a exposed traverse on the penultimate pitch, protection good, improvable with cams and ...
Nice line in the far right part of the Parete San Paolo, especially the 2nd pitch is quite polished due to many ascents, descent on foot via the ...
Nice leisure route with some overgrown sections, well secured with bolts, normal pitons, and sand clock loops, the highlights are probably the Piaz ...
Beautiful route at Croce di Ceniga; the starting corner and the black slab are the highlights, very well protected
Nice route characterized by traverses, slabs, and small overhangs, very well protected and highly recommended
Airy, scenically magnificent ridge climbing amidst a breathtaking high mountain backdrop. Exposed steep rises, off-balancing cracks, and smooth ...
Steep, exposed climbing mostly on solid, compact rock through the west face of the Trettachspitze (alpine classic)
Beautiful line with homogeneous climbing sections, the crux can also be climbed A0, best Chamonix gneiss, very well protected
Nice route with many traverses, good protection, but not for beginners, stunning view of Lake Garda, perfect also on short winter days
Exciting and absolutely rewarding ridge with a complete ascent on the distinctive and locally popular viewpoint summit Pico Gilbo. From the shore ...
Varied, beautiful climbing on excellent gneiss with flawless protection
Beautiful and rewarding route, the highlight is probably the last pitch, moderately protected, mobile protection needed, descent on foot
Long demanding route with 23 pitches along slabs, cracks, corners, chimneys and grooves on an impressively compact wall; belay stations with rings ...
Very beautiful and very often climbed route on the Parete San Paolo, climbing is interrupted by short forest sections, very well secured with bolts
Alpine route along cracks, slabs, and overhangs; additional protection with mobile gear is indispensable
Probably the most beautiful climbing ridge in the Valais Alps on a 4000-meter peak. Long, demanding, and unique just because of the excellent rock ...
The location of the climbing routes at Hintisberg is very beautiful and is opposite the Eiger North Face, which is 12 km away.
A spectacular traverse of one of the highest peaks of the Picos de Europa. Besides very good physical condition, orientation in unmarked and ...
Long alpine route with partly athletic climbing moves on predominantly solid gneiss and good protection with a short approach from the L'Index ...
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