Leiterspitze, Mountain summit in Tirol, Austria.
Leiterspitze stands at 2,750 meters above sea level as the highest peak in the Lechtal Alps, located in the Austrian state of Tirol and characterized by its challenging climbing routes through rocky terrain.
The summit has maintained its status as a less frequented destination compared to other Alpine regions, with documented climbing routes dating back to traditional mountaineering expeditions in the Austrian Alps.
This peak represents the traditional Austrian mountaineering culture, serving as a challenging destination for experienced climbers who value solitude and technical climbing skills in the Lechtal Alps region.
The ascent requires approximately 9.5 hours of hiking time starting from Gramais at 1,321 meters elevation, with Grade I UIAA climbing sections and proper mountaineering equipment including sturdy footwear for loose rock terrain.
The mountain consists of two peaks separated by the Leiterscharte saddle, with the northern subsidiary peak called Kleine Leiterspitze and the southern main summit known as Große Leiterspitze.
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