Mountain Climbing in Austria

Conquer the picturesque alpine scenery of rugged and rocky Austria

Mountain climbing in the heart of the Alps rewards you with an endless supply of mountains inhabiting land-locked Austria. This presents climbers with an incredible range of routes to ascend. Along the way you’ll find inspiration from the surrounding views of snow-blanked summits, restful great lakes, and the serene atmosphere. Visit in the milder months between June and September for ideal mountain climbing conditions.

Top mountain climbing trips | Austria:

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Climbing Großglockner with a guide

Andreas Gassner, IFMGA/UIAGM certified mountain guide and climbing fanatic, invites you to join him in this amazing climbing trip to the top of the Austrian Alps' highest mountain: the Großglockner.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 370

4.50

(7)

Climbing Grossglockner summit by the normal route

Daniel, an IFMGA certified guide, takes you to the top of the Grossglockner in this 2-day mountaineering trip in the Austrian Alps. The views are breathtaking!

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 295

5.00

(1)

2-day Ascent on the Grossglockner via the Stüdl Ridge

Join Stefan, a certified mountain guide on this 2-day mountaineering trip in Austria! On one of the most classic mountaineering routes in the Alps, you will climb to Austria's highest peak, Grossglockner.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 500

5.00

(3)

Summer mountaineering custom trips in Germany, Austria, Italy or Switzerland

Join Bernd, an IFMGA-certified guide, for a customized summer mountaineering trip, in Austria, Italy, Germany or Switzerland. He will design a tour suitable to your level, wishes and time available.

1 day

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 105

Grossglockner guided ascent, Hohe Tauern

Florian, an IFMGA certified guide, will take you to the summit of the mythical Grossglockner, the highest mountain in Austria.

1 day

Intermediate

Any

FromEUR 860

5.00

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2-day ascent to the Grossglockner (3790 m)

Join Mauro, IFMGA certified mountain guide, on this mountaineering trip in Austria. Reach the summit of the impressive Grossglockner with an expert!

2 days

Advanced

Fit

FromEUR 195

Climb the 3 highest peaks in Austria: Grossglockner, Wildspitze & Grossvenediger (7 days)

Don't miss this unique opportunity to scale three of Austria's most impressive summits in 7 days with the help of Stefan, a fully-certified mountain guide.

7 days

Beginner

Occasional

FromEUR 1800

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Climbing Großer Wiesbachhorn with a guide

The highly experienced climber and IFMGA/UIAGM certified mountain guide, Andreas Gassner, invites you to take part of this climbing expedition to the Austrian Alps to reach the summit of the amazing Großer Wiesbachhorn.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 220

5.00

(1)

Grossvenediger ascent with a guide

Climb up to the glaciated summit of the Grossvenediger, one of the most impressive mountains in Austria, along Florian, an IFMGA certified guide.

1 day

Intermediate

Any

Climb to the summit of Wildspitze (3770m) in 2 days

Come and climb to the sensational summit of the gorgeous Wildspitze peak in the Alps of Austria with IFMGA certified guide Rudi.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 290

Grossvenediger guided ascent by the West Ridge

Daniel, an IFMGA certified mountain guide, will take you in this 2-day tour to the Grossvenediger summit, in the Hohe Tauern mountain range.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 99

Climb Wildspitze (3,774m), the highest peak in Tyrol, 2 days

Bernd, an IFMGA-certified guide, takes you to the summit of Wildspitze in the Ötztal Alps, the highest mountain in Tyrol, a great 2-day mountaineering experience.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 240

Grossglockner ascent by the normal route

Climb Austria's highest mountain with this incredible 2-day Grossglockner ascent with IFMGA-certified mountain guide Cveto.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 475

3.00

(1)

The grand traverse Glocknerwand to Grossglockner

Follow Gernot, an IFMGA mountain guide, on this grand traverse from Glocknerwand to Grossglockner: an impressive mountain adventure in Austria!

2 days

Any

FromEUR 1000

Schareck Mountain, Austria, Guided Ascent

The Schareck peak is in the Goldberg group of mountains in Austria, and IFMGA certified guide, Gernot wants to lead you to its summit.

1 day

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 230

5.00

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Ankogel, Austria, Guided Ascent

Come and climb the stunning Ankogel mountain in the High Tauern range of the Austrian Alps with IFMGA certified mountain guide Gernot.

1 day

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 230

3-day traverse in Ankogel and other peaks of the High Tauern

Gernot, an IFMGA mountain guide based in Austria, takes you on a 3-day traverse climbing Ankogel, Hochalmspitze and Säuleckin, in High Tauern National Park.

3 days

Any

FromEUR 500

Mountaineering on Wildspitze: 1-week course on snow and ice in Tyrol

Get to the top of Wildspitze and improve your mountaineering skills on ice and snow on this 1-week course in Tyrol led by IFMGA certified mountain guide Tal.

7 days

Beginner

Fit

FromEUR 1150

Join a group

“Alpine semester” 12-day Mountaineering course in the Austrian Alps

Take part in this 12-day mountaineering course in the Austrian Alps and learn everything that you need to know to climb on rock and ice along with IFMGA certified mountain guide Tal.

12 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 2050

Join a group

Mountaineering Course with Wildspitze Summit

Join Tal, an IFMGA-certified guide, on this epic mountaineering course culminating with a climb up Wildspitze.

7 days

Beginner

Fit

FromEUR 1150

1.00

(1)

Climbing Grossglockner via the Stüdlgrat ridge

The Grossglockner (3789 m) is the highest mountain in Austria. Mathias, an IFMGA certified guide will take you up to the summit in this 2-day program.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 500

4-day alpine tour in the Zillertal Alps

Join IFMGA-certified guide Andreas on a 4-day alpine tour in the Zillertal Alps, which stretch across Italy and Austria, and climb through some fantastic scenery.

4 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 575

Zell am See guided mountaineering

This 3-day mountaineering workshop near Zell am See is perfect to learn the basics, staying at the Oberwalder hut. Join Andreas, IFMGA certified guide.

3 days

First Time

Fit

FromEUR 500

Climbing Grossvenediger with a guide

Andreas Gassner, IFMGA/UIAGM certified mountain guide and expert climber, invites you to join him on this fascinating adventure to the top of the Grossvenediger.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 200

4.50

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Grossglockner, Austrian Alps, Guided 2 Day Ascent

Climb to the top of the Grossglockner peak (3798m), the highest mountain of Austria, over 2 exciting days with Mathias, a local IFMGA certified mountain guide.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 250

5.00

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Grossglockner ascent in 2 days

Tomas, IFMGA certified guide, takes you to summit Grossglockner, in the Austrian Alps. He offers two routes so you can choose the most suited one for you.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 265

5.00

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Mt Triglav and Grossglockner 1-week guided climbing

An amazing mountaineering week in the Julian Alps. Rok, a local guide expert in climbing in the region, has planned the big challenge of reaching the summits of Mt Triglav and Grossglockner in a unique trip. Do you dare?

7 days

Any

FromEUR 1580

Grossvenediger 4-day climbing tour

A 4-day trip in company with the IFMGA mountain guide Stefan. He will guide you up to the top of the Grossvenediger, a challenging peak of the central-eastern Alps, in the Hohe Tauern National Park.

4 days

Any

FromCHF 777

Climbing Grossglockner in 2 days

Reach the summit of Austria’s most famous and highest mountain, the Grossglockner. Let Massimo, an UIAGM Mountain Guide, help you reach the top of this magnificent peak in Austria.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 550

Alps, 10 Day Guided Traverse

Enjoy a spectacular 10 day traverse through the gorgeous Alps mountain range with Ervin, an IFMGA certified guide, who will tailor make the perfect expedition for you.

10 days

Intermediate

Fit

Grossglockner hut to hut mountaineering tour

The certified and incredibly experienced mountain guide, Georg, encourages you to join him in this particularly amazing mountaineering trip visiting the high peaks of the Austrian Alps.

6 days

Any

FromEUR 320

There are many reasons for choosing Mountain Climbing in Austria

The collection of mountains that populate Austria present wonderful climbing opportunities for all levels. Whether you’re a first-timer, an intermediate, or a seasoned climber, there are routes that suit everyone. Although the majority of climbs are suited for either intermediates or seasoned climbers, there are pockets of routes ideal for beginners. The Austrian Alps provides something for everyone.

Good to know:

Country code

+43

Currency

Euro

Language

German

Best time to visit

Visit in the milder months between June and September for ideal mountain climbing conditions

What's the weather like?

An alpine climate dominates the country, given its largely mountainous terrain, and receives relatively high temperatures in the summer, averaging in the mid-20s

More info about Mountain Climbing in Austria:

The landlocked country of Austria lies in central Europe and is part of the European Union. It is bordered by Italy and Slovenia to the south, Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west, Germany and Czech Republic to the north, and Hungary and Slovakia to the east. Mountains largely dominate the territory within its borders, which is host to parts of the Central Eastern Alps, Northern Limestone Alps, and the Southern Limestone Alps

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