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The Widderstein (2533 m; 8310 ft) is a mountain in the Austrian state of Vorarlberg. With both its compact and rocky silhouette as well as its height the mountain is dominating the Austrian region of Kleinwalsertal. In terms of geology the mountain belongs to the group of the Northern Limestone Alps.

Deviation of the mountain's name is propably historically affected. Whereas the modern German term of "Widder" (= ram) may contribute to the rocky appearance of the mountain, a contineous process of temperation of the term "Witter" (= weather) seems to be more likely.

The Widderstein may be climbed within a day trip from both, the Kleinwalsertal as well as the Hochtannberg. No special equipment for climbing is required. Both options combine nearby the Widdersteinhütte, a mountain hut (2009 m; 6591 ft) easy to get to for those being in good condition. From there the summit is accessible within 2 hours. Ascend requires freedom from giddiness. Due to the nature of landscape a skilled and solid routine in rocky terrain is obligatory. In total ascend to the Widderstein may be described as easy to moderate up to Widdersteinhütte. Final ascend however is physically exhausting and advised for the experienced only as indicated by recommendations of the German Alpine Club.