Fleischbank

Fleischbank is a rocky summit in the Wilder Kaiser range and reaches an elevation of 2,187 meters. The peak presents itself as a steep limestone formation within the Northern Limestone Alps of Tyrol.

The first ascent of this summit happened in 1886 when mountaineers Schöllhorn and Widauer reached the top. The climbing route that developed later, particularly the East Wall, gained importance in Austrian Alpine climbing history after its first ascent in 1912.

The name Fleischbank comes from the reddish flesh-colored rock walls visible on the mountain. Visitors notice this characteristic coloring of the limestone faces, which gives the peak its distinctive appearance and name.

The approach to the summit starts from the Griesener Alm parking area with a hike of about 45 minutes. From there, different climbing routes with varying difficulty levels are available, allowing visitors to choose their route based on their skills.

The East Wall is known for its demanding passages with two traverses on this multi-pitch route. The roughly 15 pitches require careful attention when choosing correct branches, as some sections are hidden rather than well marked.