Mountainmaniac

The Lugauer (2217 m / 7273 ft) is one of the most striking peaks in the Ennstal Alps, often nicknamed the "Styrian Matterhorn" for its distinctive, pyramid-like silhouette that dominates the skyline above the Radmer valley. Standing as the fifth-highest summit in the Ennstaler Alps, it is a beloved destination for mountaineers and scramblers alike, rising dramatically from the surrounding landscape of the Gesäuse National Park in the heart of Styria, Austria. The mountain actually has two summits: the main peak at 2217 m (7272 ft) and the slightly lower East Summit at 2206 m (7237 ft). The traverse between the two is the highlight of the route, a narrow, airy ridge with scrambling up to UIAA I that demands sure-footedness, a head for heights, and a taste for adventure.   The start and finish of the Lugauer crossing are not the same, but are about 4,5 km (2.8 mi) apart. Those who want to make the downhill return to the starting point easier after an already demanding tour can,...