Safe on the mountain: Alpine climbing

License for climbing in large walls. Whether it's well-protected sport climbs, popular rock classics, or rarely traversed adventure routes in wild surroundings: risk-aware, self-responsible alpine climbing in large walls requires not only a good deal of experience but also comprehensive technical and tactical knowledge that must be continually updated. This textbook provides exactly that. It presents the various forms of alpine climbing, explains climbing styles and difficulty scales, vividly conveys different climbing techniques, and showcases the necessary equipment and its use. A comprehensive chapter is dedicated to rope and belaying techniques. A guide to proper behavior in emergencies rounds out this extensive instructional material. Tips: The most important recommendations from the mountain sports experts of the Austrian Alpine Club. All safety-related aspects, as well as the latest safety recommendations and equipment standards, are clearly illustrated with photos and precise graphics. It is easy to understand due to compact texts, logical structure, and a focus on the essentials. Maximum up-to-date information is ensured through regular revisions every two years. Basic knowledge for beginners and in-depth know-how for advanced climbers.