Ice Climbing in Merano and Environs

Between boulder-block and icefalls
The surrounding area of Merano is renowned in the climbing scene for their boulder-spots that are accessible all year round. The most well known of these areas are placed in the villages of Lagundo and Scena. At the same time Merano and its surroundings offer numerous icefalls with various difficulty levels. This enables a variety of climbing forms that can be combined in one day.

The largest amount of waterfalls can be found in the Val Senales valley and also in the back section of the Val Passiria. The lengths of the routes differ between two and six pitches, and most falls can be climbed in just under a half an hour. There is a wide range of waterfall ice gradings that range between WI 3 and WI 6. Some routes are also mixed tours with ice gradings up to M5 suitable for beginners and also for the more experienced ice climbers. Safety is given through ice screws but there are also enough lowering occasions. The best time for ice climbing in the holiday region of Merano and its surroundings is from December to March.     

A special tip is the unique waterfall just above the village of Parcines nearby Merano. With its mighty 295 feet (90m) this waterfall happens to be one of the highest in the Alps. It is a truly pleasurable WI 4 route.

The Ice Climbing Tower
Another thing not to miss is the artificial ice climbing tower in Corvara in Val Passiria valley. The tower is big enough to offer space to more then ten ice climbers at the same time. Twice a week the night training takes place, with floodlights and great classic rock playing in the background.