Alpinkletterkurs Beginner
Day or weekend course
Schedule overview:
Jeweils am Sonntag von Juni bis Oktober bzw. Samstag / Sonntag an ausgewählten Wochenenden
Experience the fascination of rock climbing against the impressive backdrop of the Alpspitze above Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Whether Climbing novice, indoor climber or boulderer - Our courses with state-certified mountain guides take your climbing and safety techniques to the next level.
In small groups and a relaxed atmosphere, we teach you the essence of modern rope and safety techniques in the best alpine limestone rock.
Our course formats at a glance
Choose the right workout for your goals:
- Day courses: Compact introduction to the basics of rock climbing. Ideal for gaining initial experience in the 2023 renovated course area.
- Weekend courses: Intensive training for more routine. In addition to climbing technique Meteorology, tour planning and mountain rescue techniques on the plan.
- Multi-pitch courses: Your jump into the wall. We train you in belay station construction, mobile belay devices and retreat methods for alpine plaisir tours. See also the VIVALPIN multi-pitch course Dolomites with Simon Gietl
Find your level
Our courses have a modular structure and prepare you specifically for alpine challenges:
| Course level | Target difficulty level (rock)* | Focus |
| Alpinkletterkurs Beginner | III - V | Basic techniques & basics |
| Alpinkletterkurs Advanced | IV - VI | Advanced securing & tactics |
| Multi-pitch Beginner | III - V | Alpine training & stand construction |
| Multi-pitch Advanced | IV-VI | Standplatzbau & Vorstieg |
| Trad Climbing | ab IV | Mobile Sicherungsmittel |
* Note on the level of difficulty: The levels of difficulty mentioned are in no way comparable to those in the gym. Climbing on natural rock requires more caution and different tactics than in the climbing hall. An alpine IV can be more demanding than a VI in the gym, especially when leading.
Why take a climbing course at Vivalpin?
- Learn from professionals: Training by qualified mountain guides.
- Top area: We use the training area of the Garmisch mountain guides, which was freshly renovated in 2023.
- Equipment included: For all courses we provide you with modern Rental equipment from EDELRID available free of charge.
- Theory & practice: In the weekend courses, we deepen the physical basics of belaying techniques in the evenings.
- Video Tutorials mit Simon Gietl findest du here.
- Ergänzende Literatur wie die Seil- und Sicherungstechnik von Christof Schellhammer, Simon Gietl und Wolfgang Pohl gibt es in jedem Buchgeschäft oder online im Bruckmann-Verlag.
Ready for the rock? Book your climbing course on the Alpspitze now and start your alpine adventure safely!
For all climbing courses, you will receive modern rental equipment from EDELRID.
Want to read on?
In our Blog you can find more information and stories about climbing:
- Climbing course with Simon Gietl: Climbing with the rock star
- The two founders of VIVALPIN on a retro tour: 40 years
- Learn to climb: From the hall to the rock
- The best climbing tour in the Alps? Spigolo Velo
- Kopftörlgrat - the most popular ridge in the Wilder Kaiser
- Insider tip in the Wetterstein: Path to the sun
- The longest climbing tour on the Zugspitze: Iron Age
- To the Matterhorn of the Dolomites: Cimon della Pala
- Comici on the Great Pinnacle: The climb of your life
- Climbing with David Göttler: In the Picos de Europa National Park
You can find even more great climbing courses and via ferrata tours here!
- Climbing courses and via ferrata for families, Alpspitze
- Via ferrata courses for beginners/advanced climbers
Are you missing equipment?
You can hire many items of equipment from us, for everything else you will receive a discount of 10% at bergfreunde.de
Here you will find important information on pricing and cancellation policies
If you are traveling with your camper, we may offer you the Pitch at the Wank in a wonderful panoramic location (€ 26,- per night).
For customers of our partner Hornung there are also free parking spaces.
Program and schedule
- Mountain guide:in with the appropriate qualifications
- Necessary EDELRID Alpine equipment on loan with helmet, climbing harness, quickdraws, belay devices, etc.
- Free participation in online training: Risk management rock (1 h)
- 10% discount code for your purchases at bergfreunde.de
With our weekend course additionally
- 1 x overnight stay on the Kreuzeckhaus
- Breakfast buffet
- Multi-course dinner menu (vegetarian or vegan on request, please note when booking)
Additional costs
- Cable car rides
- Snacks, drinks
- Arrival, possible parking fee
- Travel cancellation insurance of the alliance if required
Our guides are also always happy to receive a small tip if you enjoyed the tour/course.
Course content: Equipment know how for the appropriate belay technique, rappelling, self and companion belaying, improvement of personal climbing technique, top rope and lead climbing training, belay station construction, first aid, retreat technique, alpine hazards.
Location: Unter der Alpspitze findest du in den Klettrgärten “Durchbruch”, “Radelnde Hexe” oder Nodlwand ein perfektes Kursgelände. Die Auswahl trifft dein Bergführer in Abhängigkeit von Wetter und Verhältnissen vor Ort.
Daily rate
Meeting point at the valley station of the Alpspitzbahn, welcome by the guide and equipment check, training of the course contents in the Vivalpin course area
Weekend course
Day 1: Treffpunkt an der Talstation der Alpspitzbahn, Begrüßung durch den Guide und Ausrüstungscheck, Trainieren der Kursinhalte im Vivalpin Kursgelände, Theorie, Erste Hilfe, Bergrettung
2nd day: Repetition of what has been learned, climbing routes in the appropriate difficulty, abseiling, mountain rescue and retreat techniques in practice.
Note on program changes:
All courses and guided tours are conscientiously organized and carried out in accordance with the safety standards of the Vivalpin Mountain and Ski School with qualified specialists (e.g. mountain and ski guides, mountain hiking guides, etc.). The provisional tour program may be adjusted for safety-related reasons, such as bad weather, dangerous conditions, unforeseen natural events or inadequate conditions of the participants. The final program will be decided by the guide on site.
You don't need any specific previous experience for our climbing course. You can expect ascents into the course area of up to 300 m or 1 h. For the training you should be surefooted and enjoy the movement have. You will be on the road for a total of 4 to 5 hours in the practice area and you need to be in good physical condition.
You can find information on estimating altitude meters and difficulty information here. If in doubt, please call our office or send us an e-mail!
“What can you learn from a climbing pro who has climbed thousands of pitches and many kilometers on vertical rock?
The simple answer is: almost everything! From A for abseiling to Z for intermediate belay, there are endless facets that will make you a better climber. Try it out and you'll be surprised how quickly you make progress. No matter what level you're at.”
Daniel Wittmann
State certified mountain and ski guide
Enthusiastic alpine and sport climber
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