Kellerspitzen

Kellerspitzen is a mountain summit in the Carnic Alps along the Austria-Italy border. The peak rises to about 2,770 meters and consists of limestone rock that forms part of a larger alpine massif in this remote border region.

Paul Grohmann made the first recorded climb to the summit in 1868, following the western ridge route with his guides. This early ascent established the mountain as a recognized peak in the Alps and opened it to mountaineering exploration.

The summit holds traces of military presence from the world wars, when soldiers used the high position to watch over the border landscape. These remnants tell the story of how people relied on mountain peaks during times of conflict.

Climbers need technical skills and proper gear to reach the summit safely, as the rock sections demand concentration and experience. The warmer months offer the best conditions for an attempt, with clear trails and stable weather patterns.

Just below the northern face lies the Eiskar glacier, one of the most southern glaciers in Austria and a rare ice formation at this latitude. The proximity to this glacier makes the summit a special destination for those interested in alpine ice formations.

Location: Kötschach-Mauthen

Location: Paluzza

Elevation above the sea: 2,774 m

GPS coordinates: 46.60925,12.90018

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:23