
Spitzkoppe
Overview
Elevation:
1,728m
/
5,669ft
Continent:
Africa
Country:
Namibia
First ascent:
1904
Also known as:
Matterhorn of Namibia, Spitzkop
Description
Also known as 'The Matterhorn of Namibia', Spitkoppe is a highly technical climb located in the Namib desert. Its name is German and translates to 'Pointed Dome', with Namibia previously being German South-West Africa prior to the First World War. Bushmen artwork can be seen painted on rock in the Spitzkoppe area.