Home Trends Climbing, trail running and hiking: the whole variety of mountain sports We need your consent to enable the rating function!This feature is only available when corresponding consent is given. Please read the details and accept the service to enable rating function.More informationAcceptRate BookmarkShare Author: Nadine Regel More on the topicOutdoor Trade fairs Checklist for exhibitors OutDoor by ISPO Download all information Know-How #Vanlife: The 10 Coolest Camper Vans with DIY Conversions All about OutdoorMountain sports are changing. The pure experience of nature is complemented by the idea of performance, which was previously only known at performance level or in endurance sports. Higher, faster, further: mountaineers compete with time - and also with the rock. Image credit: ArcteryxBut classical mountaineering also remains popular. The claim of the athletes is to carry light and safe equipment on the rocks, as well as during trail running, climbing and bouldering. Image credit: ArcteryxClimbing is booming. Thanks to the numerous climbing and bouldering halls in the country, many beginners can become familiar with the most popular of all mountain sports. Often their path leads from the gym to the rock. Image credit: Lafouche / PetzlBouldering, climbing at jumping height, is much more demanding out on the rock. First the athletes have to get used to the rock. Then you have to dare to make difficult moves, because among the climbers there are usually only crash pads (portable boulder mats), on which a fall is not particularly recommendable. Image credit: Black DiamondWhen climbing, however, you are secured to the rope. A common distinction is made between sport climbing on rocks and multi-pitch climbing, which in turn is roughly divided into alpine climbing and plaisir climbing. There is a trend on the rock. Image credit: Stubai SportWhat is central to all activities, whether indoor or outdoor, is the topic of safety. The semi-automatic belaying device in the picture is one of the most popular safety devices on the market. Image credit: Nils Beste / PetzlMountain sports and travel can also be combined perfectly, because attractive areas can also be found outside the Alps. The photo shows a climber in Kalymnos. Image credit: Red ChiliThe mountains have a special charm: The German Alpine Association has more than 1.2 million members. The boom is accompanied by increased interest in sustainability issues, which also play a major role in the industry. Image credit: HaglöfsThe great closeness to nature of mountaineering is an obligation. Environmentally friendly production processes are already standard in many companies, while optimization is still being driven forward in others. Image credit: Red Chili Page 1 of 9 Share article: Author: Nadine Regel Topics in this articleClimbingTrail runningGearMore on the topic OutdoorShow all Trade fairs Exhibitor checklist OutDoor by ISPO OutDoor by ISPO: Downloads Top TopicsAwardsMountain sportsBikeFitnessHealthISPO MunichRunningBrandsSustainabilityOlympiaOutdoorPromotionSports BusinessTextrendsTriathlonWater sportsWinter sportseSportsSportsTechOutDoor by ISPOHeroesTransformationFashionUrban CultureChallenges of a CEOTrade fairsSportsFind the BalanceProduct reviewsThis might also interest you 02/05/2024 How breakdancing will shake up the Olympic Games from 2024 10/31/2023 Future Fashion Trends: 7 Trends Shaping the Future of Fashion 10/05/2023 Pickleball’s Potential – from garden game fun to a billion dollar industry