Climbing & Via Ferrata Routes in the Wipptal Valley
A climbing vacation in the Tyrolean Wipptal Valley has it all—from family-friendly via ferratas and sunny climbing gardens to alpine multi-pitch routes and dry tooling. Home to two mountaineering villages, the region is a true climber’s paradise: unspoiled, diverse, and surprisingly accessible. If the weather isn’t cooperating, the basecamp climbing and training center in Matrei offers the perfect indoor alternative.
The Perfect Training Location
The Stafflacher Wand in the mountaineering village of St. Jodok is much more than just a tourist destination—it is an ideal training site. The climbing areas cover a wide range from easy to difficult, and the multi-pitch routes teach alpine rope-team climbing, and the dry-tooling area provides specific preparation for the ice-climbing season. All of this is enhanced by the wall’s south-facing orientation: longer hours of sunshine, earlier accessibility in the year, and pleasant conditions even on cooler days.
Equipment rental
You can rent via ferrata sets and climbing helmets at the Steinach Tourist Office during business hours (Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–12:00 PM and 2:00 PM–5:00 PM) or at basecamp Matrei.
Frequently Asked Questions About Climbing in the Wipptal Valley
- Who is the climbing experience in the Wipptal suitable for? The Wipptal offers climbing opportunities for all skill levels—from absolute beginners to experienced alpine climbers. The Links climbing area on the Stafflacher Wand is considered one of the most family-friendly climbing areas in Tyrol, with over 20 easy routes. For advanced climbers and professionals, there are challenging multi-pitch routes, the difficult Epikur’s Garten climbing area (up to 8/8+), and alpine classics like the Fußstein North Face.
- How many climbing routes are there on the Stafflacher Wand? The Stafflacher Wand offers over 140 equipped routes—spread across three climbing gardens (Left, Center, Epikur’s Garden), the Wasserplatte, four multi-pitch sectors, and a dry-tooling area. This makes it one of the most diverse climbing areas in Tyrol.To the topos of the Stafflacher Wand
- How do I get to the Stafflacher Wand? The Stafflacher Wand in the mountaineering village of St. Jodok is particularly easy to reach by train—the starting point for all routes is just a 15-minute walk from the St. Jodok train station (Innsbruck–Brenner S-Bahn).
- Can I go dry tooling or ice climbing in the Wipptal? Yes. The Stafflacher Wand has its own dry tooling area, as well as a dry tooling section in the Links climbing garden—both of which are ideal for preparing for the ice climbing season. In winter, natural ice formations occasionally form on the Wasserplatte.
- Are there climbing courses or mountain guides in the Wipptal? Yes, local mountain guides are available in the Wipptal who offer courses and guided tours on the Stafflacher Wand and other locations. With its comprehensive training facilities—a climbing wall, belay station, and rappelling station—the Stafflacher Wand is an ideal location for courses.Find mountain guides in the Wipptal
- What’s a good alternative when the weather is bad? When it rains, the basecamp Climbing and Training Center in Matrei am Brenner offers the perfect indoor alternative—with a climbing wall and professional facilities, just a few minutes from the Wipptal valley.
