Dreizinkenspitze, Mountain summit in Karwendel, Austria
Dreizinkenspitze rises to 2603 meters (8540 feet) within the Karwendel range and displays three distinct peaks formed from Wetterstein limestone dating back to the Triassic period. The rock formation creates sharp, defined ridges that give the mountain its characteristic appearance.
Hermann von Barth recorded the first documented ascent on August 16, 1870, establishing the initial route to this Alpine peak. His achievement marked the beginning of mountaineering activity on this summit.
The mountain sits between Vomp and Scharnitz, marking a natural boundary that locals have used for generations to understand their territory. It remains a reference point in how people navigate and define their region.
The route begins from Scharnitz and involves a three-hour trek to the Rossloch basin before the steeper final push toward the summit. The climb includes a challenging chimney section near the top that requires some scrambling experience.
In 2004, local climbers added prominent red markings to the route as a protest against proposed tourist developments in the area. This action was recorded in the summit register and reflects the strong connection climbers maintain with the mountain.
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