Kletterfelsen bei Prunn Travel Guide

The Kletterfelsen bei Prunn, located in the Altmühl Valley near Riedenburg, have been a prominent climbing destination in Germany for decades. The area's climbing history began in the early 1900s, with routes steadily increasing since the 1980s due to the introduction of bolts. The area gained popularity after the establishment of 'The Face' route, which attracted many young sport climbers.The climbing area features several distinct sectors, each offering a unique climbing experience :* **Prunner Turm (Prunn Tower):** One of the most striking rock towers in the area, offering slab climbing routes.

* **Prunner Wand (Prunn Wall):** A popular sector in the Altmühl Valley.

* **Mühltor:** A somewhat intricate rock formation.

* **Felskirchl:** A classic summer destination in Prunn, primarily shaded.

* **Triangelturm (Triangle Tower):** Offers vertical to slightly overhanging endurance climbs.

* **Steinerne Stadt (Stone City):** Features the Spielwiese and Spiderline sectors.

* **Friedrichsruh:** The climbing area's furthest sector.The climbing style is primarily slab climbing with few overhangs. Older, classic lines can often be optimized with mobile safety devices. The area is family-friendly, with mostly flat wall areas.