Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller: Two helmeted mountaineers on a snowy summit.

Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller

The perfect preparation for big north face tours.

Request this tour

Overview

Difficulty
intermediate
Participants
1 participant
Duration
1 day
Best season
December and January
Price
from €540 per person
Location
Heiterwang, Tiroler Zwischentoren

About this tour

The Thaneller, above Heiterwang in the Tyrolean Zwischentoren region, is one of the most striking mountains in the area. While in summer the ascent from Berwang is a rewarding hike and the approach from Heiterwang via the Rietzlersteig offers a varied mountain tour, in winter the north side of the Thaneller turns into a true playground and ideal training ground for winter mountaineering and north face climbing. With around 1,400 metres of elevation gain, climbing sections up to grade three, steep firn and snow passages, and short ice steps, the face is a real alpine challenge in every respect. It offers countless possibilities to choose a more or less demanding line to the summit — individually adapted to the current conditions. And best of all: at this time of year, you often have the mountain almost entirely to yourself. The tour can also be perfectly integrated into a multi-day winter mountaineering programme. With the Rubihorn North Face, the Geierkopf North Face, or a winter ascent of the Eisenzeit on the Zugspitze, the surrounding region offers many additional and more demanding options.

Photos from the tour

Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller: Two helmeted mountaineers on a snowy summit.
Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller: Snow-covered rocky mountainside beneath a blue sky.
Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller: Snow-covered rocky mountainside beneath a blue sky.
Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller: Mountaineer climbing over snow-covered rock.
Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller: Tracks in a narrow snowy gully.
Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller: Ascent tracks beside a snow-covered rock tower.
Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller: Snow-covered rock slope with a narrow snow gully.
Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller: Mountaineer ascending snowy rocky terrain.

Itinerary

We meet early in the morning at the Karlift car park in Heiterwang and begin the approach into the Thanellerkar — first along a forest road, then further along a trail. At the tree line, the Thanellerkar opens up and we continue our ascent.

This is where the climbing begins, alternating with walking passages. We choose the line flexibly, adapting it to the current conditions and in a way that allows you to gain as much as possible from the tour. Roughly, we follow the line of the Rietzlersteig.

About halfway up the face, there is the option to ascend directly to the summit via the so-called “Gipfelrinne”, which is also a demanding ski descent in winter. Alternatively, we stay further left in more rocky terrain.

From the summit, we descend southwards to Berwang or Rinnen and round off the tour with a relaxed beer. Afterwards, we return to the starting point in Heiterwang by public transport.

Requirements

For this tour, you need good fitness and should already have experience using crampons on high alpine tours.

You feel comfortable rock climbing up to grade 3 in summer. Ice climbing experience is not strictly necessary.

beginner
intermediate
advanced

Fitness

Technique

Experience

Equipment

Please refer to my equipment lists for guided ice climbing tours and high alpine tours to see what you need for this tour.

We will discuss the required equipment in detail before the tour. The equipment we need depends strongly on the current conditions. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.

Open equipment list (PDF)

Booking and enquiry

Would you like to do this tour with me? Send me a no-obligation request with your preferred date.

Request this tour

Prices & services

  • 1 participant
    €540.00 per person

Included

Planning and guiding by a state-certified IFMGA mountain and ski guide
Any required rental equipment

Not included

Individual overnight stays for you and your mountain guide
Any additional costs for cable cars and lift passes for you and your mountain guide
Any expenses incurred by the mountain guide

Frequently asked questions about this tour

What happens if I need to cancel my tour?

Please note that a tour becomes binding once both parties have confirmed it. In the event of a cancellation at short notice, I reserve the right to charge a percentage of the guiding fee as a cancellation fee. You can find detailed information in my cancellation policy. Payment is usually made by invoice after the tour.

What happens if the weather does not cooperate?

Together, we will find an alternative in another region or postpone the tour. There are no additional costs for you in this case.

Is rental equipment available?

Yes, I can provide the technical equipment you need, such as a climbing harness, helmet, crampons or avalanche safety equipment. The relevant tour description and equipment lists explain exactly what is required and what you may need to bring yourself. If you are unsure what you need, simply get in touch – I will be happy to advise you.

Winter Mountaineering on Thaneller: Snow-covered rocky mountainside beneath a blue sky.

Ready for winter mountaineering on Thaneller?

Request this tour

Unsure?

It is especially important to me that the tour suits you – both your fitness and your experience. If you are unsure, please get in touch! In a short phone call, we can work out together whether this tour is right for you. This gives us the best foundation for a safe and enjoyable mountain experience.

0043 (0) 66475109630

More ice climbing and north face tours for you

Mountaineers with headlamps ascending through a snowy mountain landscape.

Instagram

You can also find insights into my tours and special moments in the mountains on Instagram.

View Instagram profile