Olperer, Alpine summit in Zillertal Alps, Austria.
Olperer is an alpine summit in the Zillertal Alps that stands at about 3,476 meters. It forms the main peak of the Tux Crest and sits surrounded by several glaciers, including the Hintertux Glacier on its north face.
The peak was first climbed in 1867 by Paul Grohmann, Georg Samer, and Jakob Huber, marking an important moment in Alpine exploration. This ascent helped establish the region as a destination for mountaineers seeking higher elevations.
The mountain forms part of the Berlin High Trail network that connects Alpine Club huts across the Zillertal region. This trail system shapes how climbers experience and traverse the wider mountain area.
Climbers can reach the summit via two main routes: from the Olperer Hut across the southeast ridge or from the Geraer Hut over glacier sections. Mountain experience and proper gear for ice and snow are important, as conditions vary with the season.
The Hintertux Glacier on the north side is one of few glaciers in the area that shows visible crevasse activity year-round. This constant movement makes the climbing route technically demanding and requires extra caution.
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