Enjoyable Alpine Climbing in the Lech Valley
Three varied days: the Rockspitze South Pillar, climbs around the Hermann-von-Barth hut and the Lechtalblick route on the Gehrenspitze.
Overview
- Difficulty
- intermediate
- Participants
- 1–2 participants
- Duration
- 3 days
- Best season
- October
- Price
- from €645 per person
About this tour
The Lechtal and its surrounding mountains offer an impressive variety of alpine climbing routes on excellent limestone. From the scenic south pillar of Rockspitze and the diverse climbs around Wolfebner to the steep south face of Gehrenspitze, you'll experience exciting multi-pitch routes and spectacular mountain scenery. Autumn is a particularly rewarding time to explore these mountains, as the summer crowds disappear and the valleys grow quiet. Over three days, we'll discover some of the region's finest alpine climbs together. This trip is ideal for experienced climbers looking to explore classic routes with a local mountain guide.
Photos from the tour
Itinerary
Rockspitze South Pillar
We meet in Zürs am Arlberg and walk through the particularly beautiful, quiet Pazüeltal at this time of year, first on a forest track and then off trail towards the beginning of the Pazüeljoch.
The south pillar offers enjoyable UIAA grade 3 climbing in a magnificent setting: an ideal warm-up. After the climb we descend from the summit on the north side into the Pazüeltal and return to Zürs.
Wolfebner Climbs – Hermann-von-Barth Hut
We meet in Elbigenalp and walk up to the Hermann-von-Barth hut. Around 30 minutes from the hut, the south and west faces of the Wolfebner offer numerous routes of all grades, with 150–350 metres of climbing. Options range from Helle Schicht (UIAA 4+) to Barthgeier (UIAA 7−).
The Hermannskarturm, reached in about an hour, is home to Via Jonas: one of the Lech Valley’s finest enjoyable guided climbs, with nine pitches up to UIAA grade 6.
Lechtalblick
We meet in Wängle near Reutte and approach via the Gehrenalpe to the Gehrenspitze’s south face. The approach takes about two hours.
The modern Lechtalblick route offers six to eight pitches on excellent rock. Its official UIAA 7− grade refers to a single move that can also be climbed A0 using the bolts. The remaining climbing ranges from UIAA 4 to 5+.
We descend via the normal route and finish our climbing days with a relaxed stop at the Gehrenalpe.
Another excellent option is a climb on the Freispitze’s south face, especially rewarding for experienced alpine climbers. Discover the Freispitze and enquire individually.
Accommodation between climbs
You arrange your own accommodation between the climbs.
Requirements
This three-day programme is for more experienced climbers with knowledge of alpine and multi-pitch climbing. You have at least sport climbing experience and are sure-footed on approaches through alpine terrain. You can confidently second UIAA grade 5 and reliably belay a lead climber.
Equipment
You will find the required equipment in my equipment list for guided climbing tours. We will discuss everything before the tour so that you bring neither too much nor too little. If you have questions about equipment or the availability of loan equipment, please contact me via WhatsApp.
Dates
Booking and enquiry
Choose an available date and book this tour for yourself or your own group.
Book this tourPrefer a different date? You can also enquire about this tour individually.
Individual enquiryPrices & services
- 1 participant€1,290.00 per person
- 2 participants€645.00 per person
Included
Planning and guiding of the climbs
Loan equipment where required
Not included
Individual accommodation
Any cable car and public transport costs for you and your mountain guide
The mountain guide’s expenses
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.
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.
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