Breithorn, Mountain summit in Berchtesgaden Alps, Austria.
Description
Breithorn is a rocky summit in the Steinernes Meer range at 2,504 meters elevation with exposed limestone slopes on its eastern and northern sides. The mountain forms part of a high plateau system with multiple ridges connecting to neighboring peaks.
History
The mountain took shape as part of the Northern Limestone Alps during the Tethys ocean period and is made of Dachstein limestone. Glaciers from recent ice ages carved the current terrain and left behind the valley systems nearby.
Culture
Local mountaineers consider Breithorn a primary destination from Riemannhaus alpine club hut, making it central to hiking traditions in Saalfelden region.
Practical
Access begins from the Riemannhaus car park area, which is reachable from Saalfelden or Maria Alm villages through well-marked forest roads. The terrain is mostly exposed above the tree line, so weather conditions change quickly and proper gear is essential.
Did you know?
The multi-hut hiking route system connects several mountain shelters across the Steinernes Meer plateau, using natural passes instead of requiring climbers to reach every summit. This network makes it possible to enjoy the high terrain over several days without needing technical climbing gear.
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