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PEAK 17

Climbing tower at RPTU
Latest news

New hours of operation from October 2026 through April 2027

Starting in October 2026, we’ll have new opening hours. You can visit Peak 17 during the following times:

Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 12:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.

Holidays and Christmas break:

  • November 1, 2026: Closed
  • December 19, 2026–January 3, 2027: closed

We look forward to continuing to welcome you during our new opening hours and hope you have a great time climbing!


Climbing courses 2026

Peak 17 has something for everyone!
Discover our wide variety of climbing courses and improve your technique, strength, and safety—whether you’re a beginner or already have climbing experience.

You can find the current courses and dates under Courses and Groups.
We look forward to seeing you!

At the Peak 17

Autobelay & Toprope

At Peak 17 you can also climb toprope and autobelay in addition to lead climbing. You can see which lines currently have an autobelay or toprope available for you under Autobelays & Toprope.
The quantity may vary due to weather conditions, maintenance and re-bolting work.

In the Route Overview you can see which routes are available for you where on Peak17.

To the Route Overview

In our event and route construction calendar you can find out about any restrictions in operation.

To the calendar

Making of

 

How was the tower built?

 

To the Making of Peak 17

Video: Peak 17

Events 2026

Check out our calendar of events to see what we have planned!

Go to the calendar

Please note that restrictions and closures may occur in connection with events.


Arrival

Address
Peak17 - Kletterturm der RPTU, Paul-Ehrlich-Straße 17a, 67663 Kaiserslautern

Public transport
If you are traveling by public transport, you can use the bus stop "Universität Sporthalle". From here you can reach Peak 17 in 5 minutes on foot.

Car
If you are traveling by car, it is best to park in Paul-Ehrlich-Straße in the parking spaces in front of buildings 22-24. From here you can reach Peak 17 in 2 minutes on foot.



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