Rumer Spitze

Rumer Spitze is a limestone summit in the Northern Limestone Alps rising sharply above the Mühlau valley near Innsbruck. The rock face displays the pale gray character typical of these mountains and features ridges that offer several demanding climbing routes.

The area became a protected region in the mid-20th century to preserve the limestone landscape of the region. Protection status has kept it under government management focused on conservation over the decades.

Local mountaineering groups regularly organize guided climbs to Rumer Spitze, teaching traditional Alpine climbing techniques to new generations of climbers.

Visitors should expect technical difficulty and steep sections, especially on the common routes from the south and west. Good weather and daylight hours are essential, as narrow rock passages require careful navigation and descent becomes difficult in darkness.

From the summit, climbers can see an extensive panorama across numerous other mountain peaks in the region on clear days. The view results from the mountain's prominent position, which makes it a strategic vantage point within the limestone ranges.

Location: Tyrol

Elevation above the sea: 2,454 m

Made from material: limestone

GPS coordinates: 47.32058,11.42611

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:00