Großer Bettelwurf, Mountain peak in Absam, Austria
Großer Bettelwurf is a 2,726-meter peak in the Karwendel range near Absam, featuring steep limestone cliffs and rocky terrain on its slopes. The distinctive limestone formation defines the mountain's appearance and makes it a prominent landmark in the region.
Carl Gsaller established the first route to the summit in 1881, opening the mountain to mountaineers. The construction of the Bettelwurfhütte mountain shelter in 1894 then provided a base for climbers pursuing routes on the peak.
The name comes from an old local legend about a miner who cursed the valley after being rejected while asking for donations. This story remains part of the folklore that people share when talking about the mountain today.
The ascent requires climbing equipment including ropes and helmets, and covers about 13.8 kilometers with more than 2,000 meters of elevation gain. Climbers should be in good physical condition and have experience on technical terrain to safely tackle this route.
The mountain was selected by Mammut as one of 150 notable peaks during an anniversary celebration. This distinction places it alongside other prominent summits like the Grossglockner in a special category of recognized mountains.
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