Alpine climbing
Watzmann East Face
Berchtesgaden Trail (III+)
Südtirolalpin
Certified Mountain Guide
IFMGA - Mountain Guides Associations
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Prices from
1.000,- €
ABOUT THE TOUR
Watzmann East Face – a massive line in the Berchtesgaden Alps.
Difficulty III+ · 2 days · Berchtesgaden Alps
Watzmann East Face: the longest wall in the entire Eastern Alps. 1,800 metres of face height must be climbed, with more than 2,000 metres of elevation gain in total from Königssee to the summit. A huge adventure for every alpine climber.
The difficulties of the route do not exceed grade III. For long stretches of the tour, sure-footedness and personal responsibility are essential. The greatest challenge is route-finding – but that is what our mountain guides take care of, so you can fully enjoy this truly unique experience in such an immense face.
Another special feature of the Watzmann East Face is the Eiskapelle. It is the lowest permanent icefield in the Alps. A tour packed with superlatives and highlights.
INFO
Services
Included in the price:
- Entire organization and guidance by a state-certified mountain guide
- All necessary reservations are made in advance
Additional costs:
- 1x boat ticket from Seelände to St. Bartholomä
- 1x overnight stay at the East Face Camp
- Parking fees
- Transfer to and from the meeting point
- Expenses (boat, overnight stay, parking) for the mountain guide
- Individual tips
* Rental equipment (€10 per piece of equipment)
Facts
Location:
Berchtesgaden Alps
Best time of year:
Mid-June - end of September
Duration:
2 days
Meeting point:
Parking at the entrance to the Wimbachtal
What you need
Requirements:
- Very good physical condition (total tour length 10-12 hours and 2,000 meters of ascent and descent)
- Climbing level Grade III (UIAA)
- Surefootedness
- Head for heights
PRICING
Participants:
1 person
Prices:
1 person:
1.000,- €
If you have any questions or need further information, please write them in the comment field of the inquiry form.
Before submitting your request: Please read the "important information" about risks in mountaineering carefully.
Dates:
upon request
PROGRAM
Day 1: Ostwandlager
We meet in the afternoon, around 3 pm, at the car park at the entrance to the Wimbachtal between Ramsau and Schönau. Here we leave one car and continue to Schönau am Königssee, where at the boat departure point on the lakeside promenade we get a ticket for the crossing to St. Bartholomä. Afterwards, we take one of the last crossings and head over to the Ostwandlager, where we spend the night.
▲ Ostwandlager
Day 2: East Face and descent
Thanks to our crossing the day before, we are no longer dependent on the ferry timetable and can set off on this long face early in the morning. That gives us plenty of time to experience this immense wall. Via the Berchtesgadener Weg, we ascend past the Eiskapelle and the bivouac straight towards the summit. From the summit we enjoy the view of the surrounding mountains. Via the Wimbachtal, we begin our descent and reach the car park where we left our second car.
Total time: 12 h | ↑ 2,100 m | ↓ 2,100 m | Difficulty: III+
Any changes to the program that may be necessary for various reasons (weather, conditions, accommodation booking situation, etc.) will always be made in consultation with the participants.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - (FAQs)
How difficult is the Watzmann East Face?
The route is in the III+ range, but the real challenge is the length of the tour and the route-finding in the face. If you already have solid climbing experience and are very sure-footed, that is the right foundation.
How is the tour organised?
We meet at the car park by the Wimbachtal, leave one car there, and continue to Königssee. From there we take the boat to St. Bartholomä, and then continue to the Ostwandlager. That way we can start on the face early the next morning and are no longer dependent on the ferry timetable.
What do I need to bring for the tour?
Most important are suitable mountaineering boots and a well-fitting rucksack. You will receive the detailed packing list with the confirmation email. Technical equipment can be rented for a small wear-and-tear fee.
