Climbing

Experience thrills at dizzy heights

The Hohe Tauern National Park is a varied destination for climbing, with options suitable for both beginners and experienced climbers. From easy via ferratas to indoor climbing facilities, the region offers a wide range of possibilities.

The Blausee via ferrata near Neukirchen am Großvenediger lies at the entrance to the Obersulzbach Valley, below the Großvenediger. Rated A/B, with a short section reaching grade B, the route is well suited for beginners and children.

In Uttendorf/Weißsee, several routes are available. The “Kristall-Klettersteig”, rated E, is considered one of Austria’s most difficult via ferratas, with a length of 400 metres and a 150-metre elevation gain. Those looking for something easier can try the “Kronprinz Rudolf” via ferrata, rated B/C and around 300 metres long.

Indoor options include the climbing wall at Berghotel Rudolfshütte. There is also a 200 m² bouldering area at the Gletschersonne hall and an outdoor boulder park near the swimming lake.

Woman in a pink shirt climbing a via ferrata on a rock face with safety gear. | © Tourism Association Taxenbach
Alpine reservoir with turquoise water surrounded by glaciers and mountains. | © VERBUND Tourism GmbH

The via ferratas in the Taxenbach Kitzlochklamm are selective and creatively designed and offer a challenge for experienced climbers. The Klammblick via ferrata is a great experience for families who already have experience and knowledge of climbing. The via ferrata is doable with a length of 150 metres and a difficulty level of B/C. The Kitz via ferrata in the Kitzlochklamm is a modern and sporty challenging climbing experience (not for families with children or beginners). With a length of 300 metres, the via ferrata runs continuously in the publicly accessible Kitzlochklamm gorge and offers a selective and creative adventure.

In Kaprun there is the unique Staumauerklettersteig and the Höhenburg via ferrata arena. A state-certified mountain guide ensures the necessary safety on the guided tours.

In the Grossarltal there are a total of 4 via ferratas and several climbing routes for climbing fans. The via ferrata "Kupfergeist", "Gletschergoaß" and "Franzl" in Hüttschlag as well as the via ferrata "Bella Cascinaia" on the Saukarkopf offer