Der Bergmandl Klettersteig erfordert Können, Kraft und Konzentration. | © Martin Fülöp
Climbing Hochkar
Dizzy Heights and lots of Mountains

Climbing & Via Ferratas at Hochkar

On the way in the Ybbstal Alps

You are way up high, the valley is far away. In front of you there is a steep rock-face. Around you only mountains. That’s climbing Hochkar! A great climbing terrain, featuring two via ferratas from easy to difficult.

“Bergmandl-via ferrata“ and“Heli-Kraft-via ferrata“ are ideal for both families and expert climbers.

Learn more about the two via ferratas high up Hochkar Mountain!

Bergmandl Via Ferrata

Climbing Adventure for the Family

You have never … but would like to try? Bergmandl via ferrata is perfect for first-time climbers and families. Degree of difficulty is B/C and ascent takes about 45 minutes. Take the forest road to the via ferrata.

Dates and Facts:

  • Length: 280 m
  • Duration: 45 min
  • Suitable for families
  • Suitable for first-time climbers
  • Difficulty B/C

Heli-Kraft Via Ferrata

Only for Experienced Climbers

You really have to work to earn the view on top! Heli-Kraft via ferrata at Hochkar asks for stamina and some experience!

Dates and Facts:

  • Length: 320 m
  • Duration: 60 min
  • challenging
  • for experienced and expert climbers
  • Difficulty D (partly discontinued)
  • Only with full equipment

Mountain huts at Hochkar

Running low on your Energy and need a quick Boost?

Take off your helmet, release the climbing rope and relax at one of the Hochkar on-mountain huts!

Five huts serve delicious local food!