Karwendel
The Karwendel was first opened up to climbers as early as 1843, and since then mountain sports history has been written there more than once. Four mountain ranges, crisscrossed by imposing pinnacles and embrasures, stretch for kilometers from west to east in the Karwendel. A total of 125 peaks with more than 2,000m above sea level form the silhoutte of this impressive natural area. Brittle and unattractive is often said of climbing in the Karwendel. For a long time, the attribute karwendelig was even considered a synonym for brittle in the climbing scene. But the true experts know that if you know the right walls and routes, you will be rewarded with terrific challenges, wonderful crack systems and smooth rock faces. The Halleranger area is an absolute insider tip here. Located virtually behind the gates of the city of Innsbruck, this jewel for ambitious climbers can be reached from the urban city center within a very short time.
Parking in Absam: Since spring 2012, the entrance to Halltal has attracted visitors with a large, free parking lot. Parking for about 135 cars on two levels. Parking in Scharznitz: Parking lot no. 2 at the entrance to the Karwendel valleys, daily parking fee: 6€.
Maria Jenewein
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