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Sonnenspitze south ridge - crossing
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The Sonnenspitze (2,417 m) – also known as the “Ehrwalder Matterhorn” – offers an impressive crossing via the south ridge as an alternative to the normal route. Demanding, exposed, and with magnificent views of Zugspitze, Wetterstein, and the lakes around Ehrwald.
You can find the detailed route report at monalpin.de/sonnenspitze-suedgrat-ehrwald-grattour/
You can find the detailed route report at monalpin.de/sonnenspitze-suedgrat-ehrwald-grattour/
difficult
Distance 15.1 km
10:00 h
1,779 m
1,800 m
2,415 m
1,111 m
The crossing of the Sonnenspitze is a rewarding undertaking in the Mieminger Chain. The approach starts from the Ehrwalder Almbahn. Via the south ridge, the route goes through varied climbing of up to grade V (UIAA) to the shapely summit of Sonnenspitze. After the scenic summit break, the descent leads over the north flank back towards the valley.
The route requires alpine experience, secure climbing skills, and good rope handling. You will be rewarded with varied ridge climbing, a fascinating view of Zugspitze and Wetterstein, and an unforgettable adventure day high above Ehrwald.
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The ascent and descent can be shortened by mountain bike up to the Seebensee.
Difficulty
V-T5
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2,415 m
Lowest point
1,111 m
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sporadic bolts, trad gear
Rope length
1 x 50 m
Number of quickdraws
5
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15.1 km
Safety information
- Do not dislodge stones on the ascent, as the normal route runs below the south ridge
- Definitely keep your helmet on during the first part of the descent (rockfall!)
Roadbook
From the Ehrwalder Almbahn, the approach leads on marked paths towards Seebensee and further to the entry at the south ridge of Sonnenspitze. Over the varied ridge (up to IV UIAA), it leads to the summit. The descent proceeds via the north ridge, from there over partly steep terrain back towards the Almbahn and the valley.
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47.385952, 10.937864
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47°23'09.4"N 10°56'16.3"E
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32T 646260 5249875
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Difficulty
V-T5
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
15.1 km
Duration
10:00 h
Ascent
1,779 m
Descent
1,800 m
Highest point
2,415 m
Lowest point
1,111 m
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