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Multi-pitch routes

Wall height from: 2100

+5

Locker vom Hocker

One of the great classics of the Northern Alps. In 1981, the route was first climbed by the legendary rope team Güllich/Albert, and it still shouldn’t be underestimated today. Before the first rope length, make sure to warm up well to avoid the very common "cold pump." There are many ways to set up mobile anchors, but you need to be skilled and physically and mentally prepared for the challenges. Otherwise, before you reach the first fixed nut, there's a high risk of a ground fall. The second rope length, although moderately difficult, is not to be taken lightly and is often wet. The fourth rope length requires a good sense of the right sequence of moves for foot and hand placements and careful stepping off the first drilled hook. You must avoid falling until you pass the second bolt, or you will likely end up on the webbing. Often, climbers descend using the webbing. If you’re not in a hurry, you should also tackle the upper rope lengths. They might not have the rock quality of the first five, but they are still worth climbing.

For equipment, you should carry two sets of Friends up to size 2.

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Features & Characteristics

Wall height from

2100

Wall height to

2400

Numbers of multi-pitch routes

1

Rocks

Kalk

Multi-rope length difficulty levels from

5+

Multi-rope length difficulty levels up to to

8