Tyrol and climbing - these two words simply belong together. The Innsbruck region in particular offers a wide range of climbing routes. The numerous via ferratas leave nothing to be desired for beginners or climbing pros - rugged rocks and steep walls create the ideal conditions for a breathtaking experience in Tyrol. Have we whetted your appetite for climbing? We reveal our four via ferrata tips.
Climbing in Tyrol
Our 4 via ferrata tips for young and old
Ehnbach Gorge, Zirl
The Ehnbachklamm gorge has always been a favourite excursion destination for us Tyroleans. Whether alone, with friends or with the family, the 130 routes offer something for everyone. The ascent takes you through the idyllic gorge, through which water has carved its way over thousands of years. Take a few breaks during the 30-minute ascent and enjoy the natural beauty of the Karwendel. Once you reach your destination, short and long, easy and difficult climbing routes await you to the right and left of the stream. Due to its diversity, we particularly recommend the Ehnbachklamm to climbing families with children. After climbing, the wide banks invite you to enjoy a picnic together and entice children to play in and around the water.
Innsbruck via ferrata, Innsbruck
For a breathtaking view over Innsbruck, we recommend the Innsbruck via ferrata. After a short ascent with the cable car, you head directly to the Hafelekar. After a few minutes on foot, the two-part ascent begins, high above the rooftops of the Alpine metropolis of Innsbruck. The first part, which leads from the Hafelekar to the Langer Sattel, is difficulty level C. After an airy view down to the city 2,000 metres below, less experienced climbers can descend to the middle station of the Nordkettenbahn cable car. Breathtaking views and thrills await the more daring who take on the second, more challenging part of the route. Cross a suspension bridge to reach the Frau-Hitt saddle with a difficulty level of C/D.
Family via ferrata Mayrhofen, Schwaz
Our tip for young climbing enthusiasts is the Mayrhofen family via ferrata near Schwaz. On this child-friendly via ferrata, the safety heights are adapted to children and offers marvellous viewpoints and a varied route. The via ferrata consists of four stations
which alternate between difficulty levels A and B and require skill, courage and strength. A constant alternation between classic via ferrata terrain and challenging high ropes course elements guarantees variety for your little adventurers. On the family via ferrata, however, mastering challenging sections is not a must - children can bypass them at any time via a via ferrata directly on the ground or rock. Other highlights include two flying foxes that allow young climbers to glide across the forest floor.
Family via ferrata Mayrhofen, Schwaz
Our tip for young climbing enthusiasts is the Mayrhofen family via ferrata near Schwaz. On this child-friendly via ferrata, the safety heights are adapted to children and offers marvellous viewpoints and a varied route. The via ferrata consists of four stations
which alternate between difficulty levels A and B and require skill, courage and strength. A constant alternation between classic via ferrata terrain and challenging high ropes course elements guarantees variety for your little adventurers. On the family via ferrata, however, mastering challenging sections is not a must - children can bypass them at any time via a via ferrata directly on the ground or rock. Other highlights include two flying foxes that allow young climbers to glide across the forest floor.
