Stars of the mountain world up close

Experience the fascination of mountain sports first-hand.

Immerse yourself in the world of alpine sports and meet inspiring personalities who share their passion and expertise at the Alpinmesse Innsbruck. Whether at the stands or during lectures, here you will meet the stars of the scene and hear their fascinating stories.

Alpine heroes 2026

Caro North

Caro North is a mountaineer, rock climber, skier, expedition leader, and paraglider. Her passion has taken her from Antarctica to Patagonia, the Himalayas, Alaska, Iran, and beyond. Highlights of her career include the first free ascent of Cerro Torre by an all-female rope team (2015), the second one-day winter ascent of the Walker Pillar on the Grandes Jorasses, and leading a three-month all-female expedition to Greenland (2022). As one of the few IFMGA-certified female mountain guides and with a degree in geosciences and environmental sciences, she combines professionalism with a sustainable vision for life in the mountains.

Nikolai Schirmer

Scarpa - Booth A0.82

Nikolai Schirmer grew up in Tromsø, Norway, and developed a deep connection to nature at an early age. As a freerider and filmmaker, he combines top athletic performance with visual art. His sustainable film projects have made a significant impact on the outdoor scene.

Meet & Greet
21.11.2026
from 4.20 p.m.

He is also a brand ambassador for
Skida (Mountainsnow AS) - Booth INNO-028
Samstag, 21.11.2026
2.00-2.45 p.m.

Svana Bjarnason

KletterRetter - Booth B1.62

She climbs 8c+ on rock and is raising awareness about endometriosis through her film, ANDY. Meet her in person at the Alpinmesse, and learn more about her journey in professional sports and how she manages her condition.

Meet & Greet
21.11.2026
2.00-3.00 p.m.