Rock climbing on the Dientnerweg (Hochkönig’s south face), from Birgkar

Join Klaus, an IFMGA-certified mountain guide, for an incredibly scenic but challenging day of climbing to the summit of the Dientnerweg via the Hochkönig south face, near Salzburg, Austria.

Private

Alps

1 Day

Jul - Oct

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Combine rock climbing and hiking for a great day out of doors.
Take advantage of climbing on excellent quality limestone.
Enjoy Austria's stunning scenery.

Description

Sitting just an hour south of Salzburg, the Hochkönig south face of the Dientnerweg is a fun and challenging way to spend the day rock climbing in this beautiful part of Austria!

Starting early in the morning from the Birgkar parking lot, we will make the fairly easy approach, hiking for 2.5 hours until we reach the base of the limestone massif. There will be parts that require a bit of scrambling along the way.

From here, we will follow the climb ramp system, which is located in the center of this impressive rock face, all the way to the top of Hochkönig, which is mostly rated as UIAA 4+, with a possible exit variation rated at UIAA 6.

After seven to eight hours of this climbing, we will reach the summit, where we can spend a bit of time enjoying the spectacular views before hiking back down to the parking lot.

So what are you waiting for? Book now for this gorgeous, challenging and fun day of rock climbing to the top of the Dientnerweg via the Hochkönig’s south face!

If you like the look of this trip then I think you will also enjoy my 1-day rock climbing expedition to the top of the Dachstein’s Southface, also near Salzburg!

Price includes

Guiding fee

Equipment you will need to bring

Harness

Backpack

Helmet

Sunglasses

Comfy climbing shoes

About the guide

Klaus

4.8

(5)

Mountain Guide

Growing up in Salzburg's Lungau, Austria, my enthusiasm for the mountains has been rooted in me since childhood.

In winter, I passionately lead my guests on ski tours or show them the best runs while skiing off-piste. In later season I’m guiding in Norway (Lyngen/Senja). And another great passion is ice climbing on frozen waterfalls.

In summer I like to be out and about on rocks and ice in my local mountains but also abroad.

I look forward to go on tour together with you!

Languages

Italian | German | English

Certificates

IFMGA

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What people are saying about Klaus

Odelya

The guide was a great person, with wide knowledge and professional. We tried to reach the peak in one day during November and unfortunately we couldn’t. I suggest to start the climb at 4:00am to ensure reaching it before dark

Francois

We initialy planned to climb the grossvenediger but the weather conditions were not great. Klaus was very kean to find a good alternative for the group considering our technical level. We climbed the mosermandl and it was beautiful, the whole group loved it, view was amazing and challenge was also there. Klaus was very fun and engaging we definetly would recommend him to any group or friends !

Rick

Klaus was epic and challenged us to get out of our comfort zone. Due to really unfortunate circumstances we had to change guide last minute, which left us in the dark as to whether the trip would go ahead. Explore share did sort the issue but it felt like it took a lot of pestering and communication could have been better.

john

Klaus was an incredible guide. He knew exactly what he was doing. And he was great fun to talk to. I can only but recommend him! 5/5. Thanks for the great adventure Klaus!