Mining in the blood: Thomas Huber celebrates Watzmann-Revival with sons

Mining in the blood: Thomas Huber celebrates Watzmann-Revival with sons

In the picturesque landscape of the Berchtesgaden Alps, Thomas Huber Senior tells with visible pride and joy of his adventures in the mountains, who have accompanied him since childhood. "I had a bomb condition at the time. I just ran everything by bike," recalls the 85-year-old. The mountains, especially the Berchtesgaden Alps, have always had a special attraction for him. He undertaken his first attempts to climb in the vicinity of his home town of Palling, where the view of the majestic peaks inspired him. He also passed this passion on to his children.

A striking experience shaped his youth: alone and without equipment - not a ropes, no accompaniment - he discovered the challenges of nature. "I didn't have anything with me," he reports about a particularly risky moment in a vertical column on the Häuselhorn, which made him think about his decisions. These experiences formed his view of the mountaineering, which for him not only meant sport, but also a way of life.

a reunion in familiar places

The return to familiar places, such as little Watzmann, is more than just nostalgic for Thomas and his son Alexander, who accompanied him a few weeks earlier. Over 40 years after their first climbing tour together, they spend time again in the beloved mountains, where the course of the roles is remarkable - the son secures the father. "It was a great experience," says Thomas Senior and confirms that it is always a pleasure to spend time in the mountains.

The Huber family not only climbed the mountains, but also lives the passion for nature and sports climbing. Daughter Karina also carries mountain fever, even if she does not choose extreme climbing, but pursues a regular profession. Nevertheless, she created many mountainous experiences with her father, especially tours of the Matterhorn, which are shaped by the family tradition.

Thomas Huber likes to remember his first big mountain tour by bike to Berchtesgaden, which regularly led him to the mountains. "I had to join the Alpine Club," he explains, to find like -minded and valuable resources. This community was crucial for his development in climbing and enables him to have many unforgettable memories.

memories and future plans

With a view to the Watzmann-Eastwand, another place of longing for Thomas, he thinks back of all the people and adventures that have enriched his life. "I have crossed the east wall so often that a three -digit number is not enough," he says with a laugh. It is the memories of the time with his sons, which he particularly appreciates - family holidays in the Alps, where the family often used the holidays for common mountain tours.

But mountaineering also brings risks. Thomas Huber has experienced ups and risks up close, among other things when his son Alexander in the north wall of the Great Zinne managed one of the most demanding routes in free climbing. These challenges are constant companions, but Huber is certain that security should always be the top priority. "Security and experience proceed," he emphasizes, while referring to the training of his sons to become a state -certified mountain guide.

The Huber family is already planning the next adventure holiday in Italy, where they will travel to the mountains again and enjoy nature. "The tent comes along. I prefer to sleep much than in a normal bed," he says with a smile. His unbroken joy and passion for the mountains is unmistakable and exudes an admirable vitality.

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