Mönch, SE Ridge

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Mönch, SE Ridge

Mönch, SE Ridge

On the SE Ridge of the Mönch in relatively snow free conditions (L - July 1989) and very snowy conditions (R - August 1997). Photos taken in very nearly the same place.
Photos by Fred Spicker.
Fred Spicker
on Feb 23, 2003 7:29 pm
Lat/Lon: 46.56670°N / 7.98330°E
Image Type(s): Alpine Climbing
Image ID: 17366

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Noah (Oregon)

Noah (Oregon) - Apr 17, 2003 2:30 pm - Hasn't voted

Ridge...

Is this shot of the ridge indicative of the whole route? I am curious because it might be an option for me this July if it is not too much harder elsewhere on the route (as I am solo). NOAH

Fred Spicker

Fred Spicker - Apr 17, 2003 3:51 pm - Hasn't voted

Re: Ridge...

The photos here are on a relatively gentle part of the ridge.



The more difficult passages on the ridge are several rock steps 3 to 4 meters high rated II - a couple are a bit awkward in the down climb - esp. wearing crampons. Also, there is a steep (about 45 degrees) snow / ice section of about two rope lenghts.

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