Wilder Pfaff, Mountain summit in Stubai Alps, Austria and Italy
Wilder Pfaff is a mountain summit in the Stubai Alps reaching 3,456 meters (11,338 feet) that rises along the border between Austria and Italy. Steep rock faces and exposed stone formations characterize this prominent peak.
The mountain was first documented climbed on July 26, 1870, when mountaineers Richard Gutberlet, Andrä Purtscheller, and Alois Tanzer reached its peak. This early ascent brought the summit to the attention of future climbers.
The mountain has two names reflecting its position on the border between Tyrol and South Tyrol. German-speaking climbers know it as Wilder Pfaff, while Italian visitors call it Cima del Prete.
Climbers need advanced mountaineering skills and full equipment for this summit since the ascent is technically challenging. The Cima Libera refuge at 3,145 meters (10,318 feet) serves as an important staging point for the climb.
The summit sits right on the border between two countries, making it a special point where visitors can overlook both nations at once. On clear days, this location offers spectacular views in all directions.
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