Mountaineering in Austria

 
Austria is one of the great mountaineering countries. Since more than two thirds of its total area is occupied by the Eastern Alps and their outliers, it offers an almost inexhaustible range of climbs and rock climbs at all grades of difficulty. Mountain railroads operate in many places making it easier to reach the climbing areas.

It is essential to be properly clad and equipped.

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In particular it is important to have sturdy boots, well "broken in", giving support to the ankles. Proper climbing breeches are also to be recommended, together with some protection against the rain and covering for the head.

Inexperienced walkers should bear in mind that the body has to acclimatize to the different conditions before being able to function at its full potential. Alpine hazards such as rapid changes in the weather and rock falls should not be underestimated.

In case of emergency, despite having taken adequate precautions, help can be summoned by the Alpine distress signal.
Address: Österreichischer Alpenverein/Austrian Alpine Club, Wilhelm-Greil-Strasse 15, A-6010 Innsbruck, Austria

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