Over this glacier field you reach the highest peak of the Dachstein massif. I climbed this summit four years ago. You must be equipped with a ferrata set. Now in winter this tour is only for extreme climbers. Therefore I turn left and intend to reach the alpine hut at the edge of the mountain.
The small "ants" in the picture - these are ski tourers, who want to reach the top edge of the glacier and then take a downhill ride. That is a risky project because there are glacier clefts, which could be just superficially covered with snow. The crevasses are therefore not visible and you could fall through.
Just leaves my eyes wide and mouth agape - what fabulous scenery - you've caught it so well with the light and textures bringing out every detail. I try to visualize standing there what it would feel like. Including the ski tourers really helps you feel the tremendous size of this glacier field. Fav
Jaw dropping - I am no good with heights so to me to climb up there would be terrifying. I meant to ask you if you climbed up personally or used a cable car when taking your pictures but you've answered my question in this one. I take my hat off!
I have spent a little time in snow and on mountains; not very much, but enough that I am really impressed by this shot. I am also blown away by how good the weather is -- no cloud!
Fantastic textures in the snow.. the mid third of this gorgeous image contains some amazing patterns and light/shade. both the foreground and middle lead the ye to the majestic and magnificent rocks reaching out from the glacier.. a stunningly beautiful but very dangerous environment.. i think you are a wise man, knowing when to, gracefully, bow out is honouring one's self..
It has all been said.
Your love affair with this mountain shows through in your photography. Every picture so carefully composed and exquisitely executed to show the beauty, might, sensitivity and power of the environment that surrounds. I will never tire of these scenes.
Oh my gosh Jerome, you've done it again. Fabulous shot, once again reflecting your knowledge and love of these mountains, and excellent camera work. Pardon my ignorance, what's ferrata?
@helenhall Dachstein - my beloved mountain. Helen... Thank you so much for your kind words....
I wish I am appropriate to him when I show a picture. At least a bit.
I try and hope ...
@golftragic
Thank you, Marnie, for your kind comment!
Thank you for your inquiry about "ferrata"! "Via ferrata" is a climbing path. You move in the natural rock, which is secured with metal pins and steel ropes. The "ferrata set" consists of a harness (hip belt) with a rope brake, two ropes with a carabiner and a helmet. In the event of a fall, an energy absorber cushions. Climbing shoes and gloves are advisable. Via ferratas are classified into different degrees of difficulty.
@jerome Thank you very much for all that information Jerome. I have no ambition to go climbing, not my cup of tea at all, but do like to know what different terms mean. Thanks to you I'll know what it is next time I see it.
Your love affair with this mountain shows through in your photography. Every picture so carefully composed and exquisitely executed to show the beauty, might, sensitivity and power of the environment that surrounds. I will never tire of these scenes.
I wish I am appropriate to him when I show a picture. At least a bit.
I try and hope ...
Thank you, Marnie, for your kind comment!
Thank you for your inquiry about "ferrata"! "Via ferrata" is a climbing path. You move in the natural rock, which is secured with metal pins and steel ropes. The "ferrata set" consists of a harness (hip belt) with a rope brake, two ropes with a carabiner and a helmet. In the event of a fall, an energy absorber cushions. Climbing shoes and gloves are advisable. Via ferratas are classified into different degrees of difficulty.
More detailed information can be found at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Via_ferrata
Thank you, Catherine, for your kind visit!