Ascents in Höllenhund

Somewhat tricky start, especially for finding a good position for the belayer. Then easier but sustained, slightly sandy topout.

Überfall von Vg und Ausstieg über Perry-Variante.

#meisterweg

The first pitch (to 2nd ring) is one of the best climbs I've ever done

Quite the endeavour. Already some climbing involved to get to the big ledge, then an easy traverse to the arête where the actual climb starts. Always up a crack/dihedral, quite enjoyable, but getting gnarlier towards the end. It's not entirely clear where to leave the crack to the right and go for the rib. I think I went up too far and ended up in brittle terrain, also felt more difficult than V. The rib is then again easier and you reach the abseil ring after a short while to set up belay. This is where "Perry-Variante" branches from the original route and sets off into the south face; a brilliantly exposed traverse brings you to a short, steeper crack section and then easier climbing to the summit.

einer der besten Klassiker im Sandstein, absolute Ausdauertour aber auch technisch sind diffizile Stellen dabei

Maybe the best route of my cimbing life? a dream came true