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EJNAR MIKKLSENS FJELD 3,308m
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Probably
the single most dramatic and impressive peak in the Arctic |
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Large
isolated alpine peak surrounded by huge glaciers on all sides |
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2000m
vertical height gain from basecamp to summit |
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Only
two previous ascents up to the turn of the Millennium (1970
and 1998) |
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Opportunities
for long and technical new snow and ice routes on a big peak |
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An
ascent of Borgetinde 3,338m can also be attempted during the
same expedition |
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Many
other first ascent opportunities on nearby unclimbed summits |
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Superb
opportunities for exploratory ski- touring |
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Ideal
time to visit - late April to May |
The
only route so far climbed involves a 1000m ascent up a steep side
glacier, involving the negotiation of a large icefall, followed
by 500m of a 40-50 degree snow and ice face to reach the exposed
summit ridge. Competent and experienced parties only.


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Unsuitable for mixed climbing due to poor basalt rock.
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Situated
approximately 30kms east of the Watkins Mountains. |






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