Greitspitze

Greitspitze is a 2,871-meter peak on the Austria-Switzerland border, equipped with steel cables running along its ridge for secure passage. Multiple climbing routes of varying difficulty cross the mountain, allowing different skill levels to reach the summit.

The mountain has marked the border between Austria and Switzerland since territorial boundaries were established in the Alpine region. This location remains strategically significant as a natural boundary point that has remained unchanged for centuries.

The summit serves as a meeting point where climbers from both Austria and Switzerland gather to celebrate their successful climbs. People stop at the summit cross to mark their achievement and connect with others who share the passion for mountain climbing.

Cable cars from both Ischgl and Samnaun provide access to the mountain without needing to walk from the valley floor. Guided climbing tours are offered during summer months for those who prefer support during their ascent.

The summit has two distinct high points: the visible cross where climbers typically stop and the actual highest point, which sits slightly to the south. This difference reveals how tradition and geography do not always align in mountain climbing.

Location: Samnaun

Location: Ischgl

Elevation above the sea: 2,871 m

GPS coordinates: 46.97011,10.33401

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:03