Freispitz South Face – Schreck Heel: Roped climber on a steep rock wall.

Freispitz South Face – Schreck Heel

Superb limestone climbing in one of Tyrol’s wildest and most remote settings.

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Overview

Difficulty
advanced
Participants
1–2 participants
Duration
1–2 days
Best season
July to October
Price
from €520 per person
Location
Bach, Lechtaler Alpen

About this tour

The Freispitze, with its mighty south face in the heart of the Lechtal Alps, is a true climbing gem. At its highest point, the wall rises almost 500 metres — a vertical sea of excellent limestone. The routes are traditional alpine climbs with elegant lines and mostly natural protection. The great classic is the “Schreck-Heel” route. Once the demanding second pitch, graded UIAA 7-, has been completed— it can also be climbed with A0 aid or some assistance from the rope — you can look forward to enjoyable climbing in the upper fourth and lower fifth grades. The alpine descent and the atmosphere of this remote setting make the tour an exceptional experience. Even with support from an e-bike or car, climbing the Freispitze’s south face as a day tour makes for a long and demanding day. I therefore also offer it as a two-day tour, including a bivouac at the foot of the wall.

Photos from the tour

Freispitz South Face – Schreck Heel: Roped climber on a steep rock wall.
Freispitz South Face – Schreck Heel: Climber above a grey rock slab.
Freispitz South Face – Schreck Heel: Distinctive limestone runnels with a climbing rope.
Freispitz South Face – Schreck Heel: View along a climbing rope across steep rock slabs.
Freispitz South Face – Schreck Heel: View along a climbing rope across steep rock slabs.
Freispitz South Face – Schreck Heel: Two smiling helmeted climbers at a belay.
Freispitz South Face – Schreck Heel: Sunlit rock wall above a mountain valley.

Itinerary

As a day tour:

We meet early in the morning in Bach in the Lechtal Valley. From there, we cycle into the Madautal Valley and leave our bikes at the Memminger Hütte car park. We then begin the three-hour approach to the foot of the route. The scenic hike is an experience in itself, taking us past the Schafgufel as the impressive wall gradually draws closer. The climbing begins on excellent rock, with water-worn grooves and slab climbing alternating with steeper sections featuring excellent holds. At the end of the route, we traverse above the wall and make two abseils into the col between the Freispitze and Heelzapfen. The descent from the col back to the foot of the wall requires full concentration once again.

As a two-day tour:

We meet in Bach in the early afternoon on the first day and hike to the foot of the wall, where we find a suitable place to bivouac. The rest of the tour follows the same itinerary.

Requirements

For this tour, you need a good level of fitness and should be confident climbing lower UIAA grade VI on rock as the second climber.

You should already have completed a few shorter climbing tours at this level, either with or without a mountain guide. You also need to be sure-footed, comfortable with exposure and confident moving through loose terrain during the descent.

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Equipment

You can find all the important information in my equipment list for guided climbing tours.

If we bivouac, we will need some additional equipment. We will discuss the details before the tour. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

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Booking and enquiry

Would you like to do this tour on your own or with your own group of up to 2 people? Send me a no-obligation request with your preferred date.

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Prices & services

  • 1 participant
    €1,040.00 per person
  • 2 participants
    €520.00 per person

Included

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

Not included

Accommodation for you and your mountain guide
Any cable car and lift pass 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.

Freispitz South Face – Schreck Heel: Distinctive limestone runnels with a climbing rope.

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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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