Östliche Marzellspitze, Alpine summit in Ötztal Alps, Austria.
The Östliche Marzellspitze rises to 3,555 meters (11,663 feet) within the Schnalskamm mountain range. This summit forms part of a ridge connecting higher peaks and lower valleys across the border region.
The first documented ascent took place on July 24, 1872, when Hans Pinggera and V. Hecht reached the summit. This early climb represents part of the 19th-century Alpine exploration period.
The mountain forms part of two protected areas and lies along the border between Austria and Italy. Locals and climbers recognize this location as a significant point in the Alpine region.
Visitors need advanced mountaineering skills and complete climbing equipment for the technical ascent. Weather conditions at this altitude can change quickly, so flexibility with planning is important.
From the summit, one can see Hintere Schwärze, a higher peak located just a few hundred meters away. This proximity to taller neighboring summits makes the area appealing to climbers wanting to link multiple ascents.
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