Multi-pitch routes in the Tirolean Oberland

Tours, some of which are high-altitude alpine in nature
Zwei Personen klettern mit Ausrüstung auf einen Berg.
Zwei Personen klettern mit Ausrüstung auf einen Berg.

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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Fernergries | Kaunertal

Difficulty:difficulty: 5a - 5cPlace:Kaunertal / Nauders - Tiroler Oberland - Kaunertal
To the climbing area: Fernergries | Kaunertal

Kleiner Dristkogel

Difficulty:difficulty: 5a+ - 6c+Place:Kaunertal / Nauders - Tiroler Oberland - Kaunertal
To the climbing area: Kleiner Dristkogel

Madatschtürme - Kaunertal

Difficulty:difficulty: 5a+Place:Kaunertal / Nauders - Tiroler Oberland - Kaunertal
To the climbing area: Madatschtürme - Kaunertal

Schweikert - Kaunertal

Difficulty:difficulty: 3 - 6bPlace:Kaunertal / Nauders - Tiroler Oberland - Kaunertal
To the climbing area: Schweikert - Kaunertal
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Multi-Pitch Climbing tips for varied climbing

The 20 multi-pitch routes in the Tirolean Oberland offer varied and diverse climbing experiences on the finest Urgstein rock. The following five routes are the most popular:

North Face of Piz Lad – Nauders

  • ‘Sonja Claudia’ route
  • 10 pitches
  • Levels of Difficulty mainly 3 to 5-
  • Key section at Level of Difficulty 6-
  • North-facing limestone face
  • Textured rock
  • Belay stations each equipped with two bolts
  • Intermediate anchors with a few bolts and standard pitons
  • Friends and nuts recommended

Madatschtürme – Kaunertal

  • Three multi-pitch routes
  • ‘A Summer’s Dream for Thomas’
    • 7 pitches
    • Level of Difficulty 3a to 5c
  • ‘The Aunt on the Edge’
    • 11 pitches
    • Level of Difficulty 3a to 5c
  • ‘West Side Story’
    • 7 pitches
    • Level of Difficulty 3a to 5b

Schweikert – Kaunertal

  • “Wiesa-Jaggl” route
  • 12 pitches
  • Levels of Difficulty 3a to 6a+
  • Exhilarating climbing on ancient rock
  • Access from the Verpeilalm: approx. 30 minutes
  • Recommended: 10 quickdraws
  • A double rope with a distance of at least 50 m is required

Schweikert via the Gsallgratl (north ridge) – Kaunertal

  • Newly renovated route via the north face of the Schweikert
  • Climbing predominantly at Level of Difficulty 3.
  • A few sections at Level of Difficulty 4
  • Few technical difficulties
  • Exposed sections with a high-alpine character
  • Route via the Gsallgratl (north ridge)

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