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Multi-pitch routes

Kopftörlgrat

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What to do in an emergency? Call emergency number

140 - Mountain Rescue (Bergrettung)
112 - European Emergency Number
133 - Police
144 - Ambulance

Many routes have rescue points at the hiking signs, which can be used as a clear location identification in an emergency.

The Alpine Club provides tips for optimal preparation for mountain hiking.

SOS EU ALP

SOS-EU-Alp App

The SOS EU ALP app allows you to determine your location (x,y coordinates) via your smartphone. In an emergency, this location data can be sent directly to the responsible control center (Tyrol, South Tyrol or Bavaria).

Description

The Kopftörlgrat ridge extends from the Kopftörl mountain pass in the east to the highest peak of the Wilder Kaiser, the Ellmauer Halt summit, in the west. This impressive mountain ridge is composed of six towers. In addition to the Kopftörlgrat ridge itself, which is one of the most rewarding ridge climbs in the Eastern Alps, there are some additional routes on the Ellmauer Halt summit. The Leuchsturm in particular is the most important climbing destination in this area. The Gruttenhütte mountain hut is the ideal basecamp.

The following are three example tours. For more tours, see the "Alpin Wilder Kaiser”...

Wall height from

160

Wall height to

250

Numbers of multi-pitch routes

3

Rocks

Kalk

Multi-rope length difficulty levels from

3+

Multi-rope length difficulty levels up to to

8+

Refreshments & infrastructure

A picturesque mountain landscape with tall peaks and a forest of coniferous trees. In the foreground stands a rustic building, nestled in nature.

Pasture / hut / mountain lodge

regional cuisine

Ellmau

Closed - opens tomorrow at 08:00 AM

A mountain-style house with a wooden facade and a large balcony. In the background, majestic mountains and a green meadow can be seen.

Accessible restaurants & huts

Pasture / hut / mountain lodge

+1

Ellmau

Closed - opens tomorrow at 09:00 AM

Current Weather

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2026-08-09

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Last updated at 08/09/2026, 02:00 PM

Contact

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