Kreuzspitze, Mountain summit in Hinterhornbach, Austria
Kreuzspitze is a mountain summit in the Allgäu Alps that rises to about 2367 meters and marks the border between Bavaria and Tyrol. The peak features limestone formations and steep slopes that shape its distinctive character.
The first documented ascent occurred in 1865 when Franz Senn and Cyprian Granbichler established the initial climbing route to the summit. This early exploration marked the beginning of regular mountaineering activity on this peak.
The mountain's name refers to its cross-shaped outline visible from certain viewpoints, reflecting how Alpine communities named peaks based on their appearance. This naming tradition shows how closely local people observed and described their surrounding landscape.
Hikers reach the summit via marked trails from Hinterhornbach or Bad Hindelang, with the main season running from June through September. During these months, conditions are most favorable and the routes most manageable.
The mountain contains several small glaciers that create distinct microclimates and support rare Alpine plants. These glacial areas allow visitors to observe plants specially adapted to extreme high-altitude conditions.
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