Ice lettering in the Tirolean Oberland

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The Tirolean Oberland, a region straddling three countries and home to Nauders and the Kaunertal, is a real highlight thanks to its numerous climbing opportunities. Small but excellent granite crag areas offering lower Levels of Difficulty in an alpine setting are a special feature of Tirol. As well as Beginners, families in particular enjoy climbing here. But don’t worry – there’s plenty for experts too. Exciting sport climbing routes and Via Ferrata/Iron Ways, multi-pitch routes, Ice Climbing, 1 forest rope park and 4 Family Friendly Rock Climbing Areas make the Tyrolean Oberland region a special holiday experience.

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Nadelöhr - Kaunertal

Place:Kaunertal / Nauders - Tiroler Oberland - Kaunertal

Pflanzgarten | Pfunds

Place:Pfunds / Nauders - Tiroler Oberland - Kaunertal

Tips for spectacular ice climbing routes

Due to the high altitude, there are countless waterfalls in the Tirolean Oberland – and particularly in the Kaunertal – which are ideal for Ice Climbing in winter. The routes are all challenging due to their distance. Here are the four most spectacular Ice Climbing routes in the Tirolean Oberland:

Steinbruch

  • Icefall height: 220 m
  • Level of Difficulty: WI 6
  • Access: approx. 10 minutes
  • For ambitious Ice Climbing enthusiasts

Angst vor Lust – Kaunertal

  • Icefall height: 130 m
  • Levels of Difficulty 3 to 6
  • Freely hanging icicle
  • Mentally challenging climb
  • First ascent from the bottom without bolts

Der gelbe Fluss – Kaunertal

  • Icefall height: 100 m
  • Level of Difficulty WI 5
  • A short, physically demanding route

Der Zwirn – Kaunertal

  • Icefall height: 160 m
  • Level of Difficulty: WI 6
  • Challenging climb
  • Descent possible by abseiling down ice anchors or bolts