Are you passionate about climbing and curious about how to make it more sustainable and inclusive? Join us for the GreenClimb international training in Austria and become part of a growing community of women shaping the future of outdoor sports. This unique Erasmus+ Sport mobility brings together participants from different countries for a hands-on learning experience in the Austrian mountains, combining climbing, environmental awareness, and empowerment.
- Date: 24. – 26. April 2026 (Friday evening and Sunday afternoon are for travel)
- Location: Hohe Wand, Austria
- Infopack
- Registration: https://forms.gle/z3urED7Auvvhd4VAA
GreenClimb is an international initiative that aims to encourage more women to participate in climbing while promoting environmentally responsible outdoor practices. The project focuses on:
- Supporting women in discovering and developing climbing skills
- Promoting eco-friendly behaviour in outdoor sports
- Creating inclusive and supportive climbing communities
- Strengthening cooperation between organisations across Europe
Who Can Apply?
We are looking for women participants who:
- Have basic to advanced climbing experience
- Are interested in sustainable and eco-friendly practices
- Are motivated to learn, share, and engage in an international group
- Are open to participating in follow-up or dissemination activities
- Even with basic climbing experience, participants need to know how to belay!
What will participants learn?
Over the course of the training, participants will take part in practical climbing sessions in the Austrian mountains while also engaging in discussions and group reflection. The learning process is built around both experience and exchange.
Participants will explore topics such as sustainable behaviour at climbing sites, waste reduction, responsible use of climbing equipment, and the environmental impact of outdoor sport. The programme also addresses gender-specific challenges in climbing and looks at how to create more supportive and inclusive spaces for women. Alongside this, the international setting offers a valuable opportunity for cultural exchange, teamwork, and mutual learning.
Practical Details:
- Accommodation: Participants will stay in double rooms in Gasthof Mohr. Towels and bed linen are provided.
- Food: Fully covered by the organisers with support from the Erasmus+ Programme.
- Travels: Participants will travel to the venue from Vienna by train and replacement bus, followed by a short walk to the accommodation. More information on how to get to the venue is in the Infopack. As the final part of the journey includes walking, we recommend travelling with a backpack instead of rolling luggage.
- Reimbursement of travel expenses: Participants are required to keep all tickets and after the training hand them over to the organiser or send upon return home.
- Insurance: Please note that selected participants will be asked to arrange their own insurance covering outdoor climbing and other mountain sports activities, including rescue and emergency medical assistance.
How to apply?
- Register for the training here: https://forms.gle/z3urED7Auvvhd4VAA
- Registrations are collected until March 27th.
- Afterwards, you will get contacted by ACTIVE Austria team and get further instructions.
- Plan your travels and send us your travel plan for approval.
- Wait for confirmation of your travel plan and joint the event!