Kletterführer Konstein

Scope and coverage

Helmut Wundlechner’s Konstein is a focused sport‑climbing guide to the classic Altmühltal crags around Dollnstein, Konstein, Aicha, and the Oberland, with the compact Möhren quarry as a bonus. The main sectors are mapped clearly—Hintere Konsteiner Wand, Konsteiner Wand, Madonna, Dohlenwandl and the landmark Dohlenfels—plus smaller buttresses such as Försterfels, Dohlenturm, Bergspinnenturm, Lucky Luke, Braut & Bräutigam, Asterix & Obelix, and the “Vergessene Wand.” On the Aicha side, staples like Merltürme, Weiße Wand, Fensterlwand, Oberlandwand, and Aichaer Wand broaden the grade spread from friendly 4/5s to sustained upper‑grade testpieces.

Structure and usability

The book opens with concise, practical front matter: how to use the guide, grading, protection and rebolting, emergency procedures, nature protection, and food/lodging. Area chapters follow a consistent pattern—orientation map, public‑transport options, parking guidance, and short approaches. Aerial panoramas annotated with sector names, large overview photos, and clean topos make way‑finding intuitive. QR codes for every parking spot and crag, plus a three‑year Vertical‑Life topo download, remove the usual “which trail is it?” guesswork. A back‑flap overview map and a quick “Felsliste” index summarize height, aspect, route counts, and typical grade bands at a glance.

On‑the‑rock detail

Topo clarity is high: linework is legible, belays and descents are unambiguous, and route comments flag sandbag moments and rock quality. The author notes where spacing is traditional—e.g., Merltürme and parts of Konsteiner Wand—and where supplemental gear (nuts and slings) is useful despite modern anchors. Exposure notes (sun/shade), wind protection, and drying behavior are woven into crag intros, helping match the day’s conditions. Action and crag photography is purposeful rather than decorative, giving a realistic sense of angle and rock texture.

Responsible access

Konstein carries the “Naturverträglich Klettern” seal (DAV/IG Klettern/Naturfreunde) and backs it up with concrete guidance: stick to marked paths, heed seasonal restrictions, and consider the suggested ÖPNV approaches via Dollnstein and local buses. Occasional natural‑history callouts (e.g., sensitive flora on ledges) reinforce low‑impact habits.

Verdict

Accurate, field‑checked topos, thoughtful logistics (QRs, transit, parking), and balanced coverage of both modern sport and classic, slightly spicy lines make Konstein an excellent, confidence‑inspiring guide for first‑timers and returning locals alike. If you climb the Altmühltal—whether seeking long, varied pitches on Dohlenfels or sun‑lit slabs at Aicha—this is the guide to bring.

Details

Weight

400g

Pages

220

Publisher

Panico Alpinverlag