We meet in the morning at the Gimpelhaus car park in Nesselwängle in the Tannheim Valley. After a brief equipment check, we begin the hike to the Gimpelhaus, reaching the hut after approximately one hour and taking the opportunity for a short break. The approach to the start of the Gimpel West Ridge takes another hour and leads to the “Judenscharte” col between the Rote Flüh and the Gimpel. At the foot of the route, we put on the rope and discuss all the important details of the climb ahead. The route begins with two pitches through stepped terrain along the distinctive ridge, followed by a short gully and one pitch at upper UIAA grade III. We then reach the key section, known as the “Johann”: a slightly overhanging step around two metres high that can be climbed using a foot sling or A0 aid if necessary. Once the Johann has been completed, two more beautiful pitches at grade III lead to easier terrain and finally to the summit of the Gimpel. After a well-earned summit break, we descend via the normal route, pass beneath the Gimpel’s south face and return to the Gimpelhaus before continuing comfortably back into the valley.