Matterhorn 03

	Clear day and very strong wind were our companions en route to Hoernli hut.
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The hut was still closed, but the winter room could accommodate all 16 of us, who have pretended to climb Matterhorn the next day. Here, Andreja getting ready.
	Lower part of Hoernli ridge is fragile, unpleasant and a bit tricky navigation-wise. You need to be fast and considerate to the others. Arockfall on thet very morning has injured two australians.
On some parts, the route follows the SE ridge itself. We can enjoy in nice and exposed climbing.
	Snow is scarce in the summer below the altitude of 4000 metres. We had to deal with a few patches and a snow slope above the Shoulder. Later this summer the snow's reportedly gone.
The most demanding part of ascent and descent is the barrier just above the Shoulder.
	Italian summit.
Andreja, exiting the winter room prior our descent, the day after the accident in which she injured her ankle. .
	The Matterhorn gave us a good kick this time. This was my 3rd time on the mountain and every time I experienced a much different welcome. This last one was something like a all-inviting-hospitability with a kick in the ass for goodbye. Okay, we took the lesson.