Ice climbing in the Pitztal
Showing winter your teeth
The Tyrolean Pitztal is a true Eldorado for climbing enthusiasts and those who want to become one. Here you can learn to climb from scratch or safely consolidate what you have learned in the climbing gym. Practice tours, certified climbing gardens for families and challenging via ferratas - this 40 km long valley in the Tyrolean Oberland, just 60 km from the provincial capital of Innsbruck, offers all this and much more. From beginners to experienced climbers: the Pitztal offers outdoor adventures for every taste - including stunning views!
All ice climbing spots
45 cool ice climbing tours in Pitztal
When Father Frost has the Pitztal firmly in his grip, it's time to unpack your ice axe and crampons. Icy glacier walls and ice pillars are waiting to be conquered. In Pitztal, you are spoilt for choice between no less than 45 icy tours in the cold season - here are 4 of the most popular:
- Hexenbesen
The Hexenbesen, also known as the Shark, in the rear Pitztal is a treat for real experts: an extremely difficult, narrow icefall with mixed climbing. - Emergency route fall
Also located in the rear Pitztal valley is the Notwegfall - 3 high alpine, beautiful icefalls that are always worth a day trip. - Taschachschlucht ice climbing garden
In the Taschachschlucht gorge, also in the rear Pitztal valley, less experienced climbers will also get their money's worth: close to the glacier lift, there is a varied ice climbing garden with easy tours that are also suitable for beginners. On the mixed routes secured with bolts, you can make your first attempts in the icy world. - Havana route
The Havanna route is a real natural spectacle: a 35 m high, free-standing ice pillar near Neurur in the central Pitztal valley. The ascent is extremely difficult and reserved for experienced ice climbers.
