A climbing paradise in the heart of the Tyrolean Alps
Climbing Crags in the Karwendel and Wetterstein mountains
The Region Seefeld – Tirols Hochplateau is nestled between two of Tyrol’s most striking mountain ranges: the rugged Karwendel and the impressive Wetterstein mountains. It's a top spot for alpine climbing tours – offering everything from steep limestone walls and classic routes to quiet adventures in remote alpine settings.
The region’s climbing tradition dates back to 1922. Since then, renowned climbers like Bernhard Prommer, Reini Scherer, Heinz Zak and Bernhard Hangl have opened numerous routes and left their mark on the mountains in and around Region Seefeld.
In the villages of Scharnitz and Leutasch, you'll find a true climber’s paradise – surrounded by the wild beauty of the Karwendel and the dramatic backdrop of the Wetterstein range. Perfect basecamps for your next climbing adventure.
Recommended climbing guides
For the best tour planning, we recommend these three trusted guidebooks with detailed information on routes, difficulty levels, and protection:
Alpine Climbing Guide – Wetterstein South
A classic guide with detailed descriptions of the most popular routes around Leutasch.
Alpine Climbing Guide – Karwendel
Perfect for those looking for alpine climbs with spectacular scenery around Scharnitz.
Climbing Guide Tyrol / Sport Climbing in North Tyrol
A modern guide focused on well-protected sport climbing routes in the mid to advanced difficulty range.
Our climbing highlights in the Wetterstein mountains
These special spots in the Wetterstein are close to our hearts – offering climbing adventures full of character, history, and challenge:
Blogs about climbing in the Wetterstein mountains
- Ski & Climb in the Wetterstein: Ski touring and climbing – two sports that perfectly complement each other in the Wetterstein mountains. A day of spring snow and small crimps in the Schüsselkar.
- Milestone in the Wetterstein – “Locker vom Hocker”: First climbed by Wolfgang Güllich and Kurt Albert in 1981, this route is now a milestone of alpine free climbing – with an unmatched aura.
Climbing in the Karwendel
- Climbing classic in the Karwendel – The Lafatscher Chimney: A “must-do” alpine tour for experienced climbers.
- Climbing around the Halleranger Hut in the Karwendel: Climbing in the Karwendel is often said to be loose – but David Lochner shows that it's all about choosing the right walls and routes.
More stories and inspiration for climbing in Region Seefeld – Tirols Hochplateau can be found in the Climbers Paradise blog
Discover the climbing areas of the region here.