Climb
around the Wilder Kaiser
For summit climbers, beginners & panorama lovers
The St. Johann in Tirol region offers everything a climber’s heart could wish for: steep walls, spectacular rock formations, and via ferratas for every skill level. Between the Kitzbüheler Horn and the Wilder Kaiser, varied climbing tours combine stunning views with real challenges for body and mind. In St. Johann, Oberndorf, Kirchdorf, and Erpfendorf alike, countless routes await your ascent.
New: Via Ferrata on the Kitzbüheler Horn
Attention, climbing enthusiasts: At St. Johann am Kitzbüheler Horn, two new via ferratas are waiting to inspire you.
Ambitious climbers will discover challenging routes with multiple C-ratings, while beginners can get comfortable on a practice via ferrata – with a safe entry, a short loop, and impressive views.
The Facts at a Glance:
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Starting point: Harschbichl mountain station
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Practice via ferrata: approx. 20 minutes’ walk towards Horn
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Loop: over 100 m long, difficulty C, leads back to the starting point
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Summit via ferrata: 350 m length, 150 m elevation gain, multiple C sections, with ridge passages
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Reward: Stunning views of the Großglockner
The path to the summit follows the Ludwig-Scheiber-Steig and culminates in a panoramic view you won’t soon forget – spanning the Wilder Kaiser, Loferer and Leoganger Steinberge, and reaching deep into the heart of the Alps.
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