Eiskarlspitze

The Eiskarlspitze summit rises to 2610 meters within the Karwendel mountain range, featuring steep limestone cliffs and sharp ridges against the Tyrolean landscape.

Hermann von Barth completed the first recorded ascent of Eiskarlspitze on July 16, 1870, establishing initial climbing routes through the mountain's challenging terrain.

Local mountaineering traditions in the Karwendel region include specialized climbing techniques developed specifically for navigating the limestone formations of Eiskarlspitze.

Access to Eiskarlspitze requires climbing experience at UIAA grade II or higher, with appropriate mountain gear and careful attention to weather conditions.

Two high cirques on Eiskarlspitze maintain permanent snow fields throughout the year, fed by winter avalanches and spring snowdrifts.

Location: Tyrol

Elevation above the sea: 2,610 m

Made from material: limestone

GPS coordinates: 47.37700,11.55875

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:02