Plattspitzen

Plattspitzen is a mountain with three distinct summits in the Wetterstein range straddling the German-Austrian border. The peaks, all above 2600 meters, display sharp limestone ridges and steep faces that characterize this Alpine region.

Hermann von Barth made the first recorded ascents of all three summits in 1871, establishing the route that climbers follow today. The massif has long served as a natural boundary between Bavarian and Tyrolean regions.

The mountain, previously named Wetterschrofen, stands as a natural border marker between Bavarian and Tyrolean territories in the Northern Limestone Alps.

The route to the eastern summit requires about five hours from Knorr Hut and involves steep climbing sections. Visitors should have rock climbing experience and proper equipment before attempting this ascent.

The southern face drops steeply nearly 700 meters toward the Gais valley with dramatic limestone cliffs. This contrasts sharply with the gentler slopes on the northern side toward the Zugspitze.

Location: Mieming

Location: Ehrwald

Location: Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Elevation above the sea: 2,680 m

GPS coordinates: 47.39581,10.99035

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:32