Multi-pitch routes in the Tyrolean Oberland

Tours with partly high alpine character

The three-country region of the Tyrolean Oberland with Nauders and the Kaunertal valley impresses with its numerous climbing opportunities. Small but fine granite climbing gardens in the lower levels of difficulty with an alpine ambience are a special feature in Tyrol. In addition to beginners, families in particular enjoy climbing here. But don't worry - professionals won't miss out either. Exciting sport climbing routes and via ferratas, multi-pitch tours, ice climbing, 1 forest rope park and 4 family-friendly climbing gardens make the region in the Tyrolean Oberland a special vacation experience.

Multi-pitch tips for varied climbing

The 20 multi-pitch routes in the Tyrolean Oberland offer varied and diverse climbing experiences in the best Urgstein rock. The following 5 tours are the most popular:

  • Piz Lad north face - Nauders
    The "Sonja Claudia" route on the north face of the Piz Lad consists of 10 pitches, most of which are between grade 3 and 5. Only one crux is a 6-. The north-facing rock consists of limestone, which is quite untypical for this region, but provides a structured rock surface. The belays are equipped with 2 bolts each, the intermediate protection is secured with a few bolts and normal pitons. You should always have a basic assortment of friends and wedges with you.
  • Madatsch Towers - Kaunertal
    3 multi-pitch routes of similar difficulty await climbers on the Madatsch Towers: "A Summer Dream for Thomas" with 7 pitches ranging from 3a to 5c, "The Aunt on the Edge" with 11 pitches from 3a to 5c, and "Westsidestory" with 7 pitches from 3a to 5b.
  • Schweikert - Kaunertal
    The "Wiesa-Jaggl" on the Schweikert in the Kaunertal is an airy climb on primary rock with a total of 12 pitches ranging in difficulty from 3a to 6a+. The start can be reached from the Verpeilalm in half an hour. You should definitely have 10 quickdraws and a double rope at least 50 m long with you.
  • Schweikert via the Gsallgratl (north ridge) - Kaunertal
    Newly renovated route via the north side of the Schweikert on the Gsallgratl. The climbing is not very demanding and is mainly in the 3rd difficulty range with a few 4th class sections. However, the partly exposed sections give the tour a high alpine character.