Multerkarwand, Wilder Kaiser: multi-pitch routes for beginners

It was that time again in June: the Climbing with Respect Action Day 2024 took place throughout Tyrol. One stop was at the Wilder Kaiser on the Multerkarwand below Treffauer, where the program included multi-pitch climbing for beginners as well as a workshop on respectful interaction with nature.

The meeting point was just below the Wegscheid-Hochalm in Scheffau, from where we were divided into two groups of 8 people each. The aim of this day was not only to show the diversity of climbing throughout Tyrol, but also to achieve a more respectful and, above all, more conscious approach to the environment. This awareness should begin on arrival and should not be neglected when climbing on the rock. Because if everyone makes a small contribution, we can continue to enjoy beautiful and, above all, clean climbing areas in the future.

The basics of multi-pitch climbing

At the beginning, some of the group went straight to the wall with mountain guides Stefan and Herbert. There, the basics of multi-pitch climbing were explained and tried out. Everyone was able to practise setting up belays with their partner and climbing with subsequent abseiling was also practised. On the other hand, the more experienced climbers were also able to benefit from the mountain guides' insider tips on how to handle ropes and belays more quickly and practically. Knots were refreshed and tips were given on special equipment. The two mountain guides took their time and answered every question in detail.

At lunchtime, we ate, laughed and talked together. Everyone got delicious products such as cheese, yogurt and apple juice from the sponsor "Bio am Berg" and enjoyed them in the sun. After this break, we continued with Sigi, who introduced us to the history of the earth and the flora and fauna of the Kaiser Mountains. As a mountaineer, it is particularly important to know the types of rock and Sigi went into great detail. He illustrated the vast quantities of ice that covered the entire Kaiser during the Ice Age, apart from a few isolated rocky peaks, and left the limestone as it is today. Using a magnifying glass and salt solution, we examined individual pieces of rock and were able to determine their lime content. The Kaiser Mountains themselves have been a nature reserve since 1963 and are therefore still very rich in flora and fauna. Sigi showed us a variety of flowers and explained to us what they are good for and, above all, whether they are poisonous or not.

The action day was a complete success for all participants and not only helped them to become more aware of and experience nature, but also to move around safely in the Tyrolean mountains. Everyone was able to take away new knowledge that will be very helpful on many climbing tours in the future! We are delighted that this day was such a success and that everyone was so interested and had so much fun!

More about the spot: Multerkarwand All details & free topos can be found here! You can find all the guidelines for "Climbing with Respect" here

Text & photos: Jana Scheiring