Zeitungsreise: Living History
4 articles
An account in the Bote für Tirol details the preparations for the second ascent of the Similaun peak in the Schnals valley on 22 June 1840. In order to carry out barometric altitude measurements, the author engaged mountain guides from Schnals once again. An editorial note emphasizes the significance of the panorama and calls for further expeditions.
In the concluding part of his account, Franz Radi, a rural doctor from Algund, describes the descent, at times hazardous, from the Similaun across the Grafferner glacier into the Schnals Valley. He reflects on the physical after-effects of the high-alpine tour, recommends the most suitable ascent route, and commends the local mountain guides, cooperator Johann Egger, and local inns.
A travel account describes the ascent of the Similaun peak in the Schnals Valley on 27 August 1839 by the author and a party of local companions. The report outlines the route via the Leiter farm and the Kaaserer Marterle, as well as the changing weather conditions along the edge of the glacier.
The report examines historical traditions and records concerning the flight of Duke Frederick IV with the Empty Pockets through the Schnals and Ötz valleys in 1416. It focuses on the contributions of the Vorherr (Forcher) peasant family as well as relics and evidence preserved at the Fineil mountain farm and around the Schnals Charterhouse.
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