Ameiserennen, Gerstenegg

6a (5b) / 17 pitches / 3–3:30 h / 757 m / Gear: 2x50m or 1x50m, 12 draws

New, well-protected route at Gerstenegg in the Grimsel area. This monster climb consists of 17 very nice pitches with two crux boulder problems deciding the grade. Climbing time is about 3 hours if you’re fast and simul-climb the middle easier lenghts.

Special thanks to Karl Stransky for awesome pictures.

Logistics

Parking

Approach

  • Route location: 46.59550, 8.31675; around 20 minutes from the parking lot.

Descent

  • The descent on foot is via the Bächlitalhüttenweg.
  • Alternatively, it is possible to abseil as all anchors are prepared for it.