Große Schlenkerspitze, Mountain summit in Lechtal Alps, Austria.
Große Schlenkerspitze is a summit in the Lechtal Alps with a striking eastern rock face. The peak rises prominently above the surrounding valley terrain, forming a distinctive silhouette in the massif.
Climbers first reached this summit in 1882 via the Galtseitenjoch saddle route. The early ascent established the path that mountaineers continue to use today.
The mountain name Große Schlenkerspitze reflects the local Alpine nomenclature, indicating its status as the larger peak among the Schlenker massif.
The main route ascends the north ridge from Galtseitenjoch and requires intermediate climbing skills. The climb from the saddle takes roughly two hours, with route options to suit different fitness levels.
The massif displays vertical rock strata that create numerous rocky pinnacles and columns. This striking geological arrangement makes the formation geologically distinct from neighboring peaks.
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