Edelrid and Canyoning: Why We Rely on Gear from the Allgäu Region

In the canyon, your rope, harness, and helmet literally save your life, which is why choosing the right equipment partner is no trivial matter. We chose Edelrid, the long-established mountaineering company from Isny in the Allgäu region, of which we are the official canyoning partner. Both companies are united by shared values such as quality and sustainability, plus the regional proximity of two Allgäu-based companies that keep logistics efficient. For you as a guest, this partnership means that a wetsuit, helmet, harness, and canyoning shoes from Edelrid are included in the price of every guided tour. We’ll introduce our partner and explain what’s behind this collaboration.

Our partner from the neighboring town has made history in the world of mountain sports, as Edelrid is considered the inventor of the core-sheath climbing rope—that design featuring a load-bearing core and a protective sheath—which remains the global standard in climbing to this day and has absorbed countless falls since its introduction. Innovation has been a hallmark of the Isny-based company ever since, and a significant portion of production continues to take place directly in the Allgäu region, combining short transport routes with reliable manufacturing quality and keeping supply chains significantly more manageable compared to production in the Far East. For our work in the canyons, it is precisely this combination that matters, because canyoning gear is subjected to greater stress from water, rock, and constant use than much other mountaineering equipment, and documented quality is not a luxury but a prerequisite. Sustainability rounds out the profile—understood as durable products and responsible manufacturing rather than empty promises—and thus aligns directly with our own philosophy of connecting with nature. The page about our philosophy and unique selling points shows how we embody values such as quality and mindfulness in our tour operations.

In practical terms, this partnership translates into three services that you’ll use on every tour. First, we fully equip you with Edelrid gear—your wetsuit, helmet, harness, and special canyoning shoes are all included in the tour price, so you don’t have to make any purchases or worry about sizing; our guides will help you adjust everything until it fits perfectly. Second, we continuously maintain and inspect the equipment, as documented maintenance is an integral part of our ISO 21101-compliant safety management system for adventure tourism; worn-out parts are replaced consistently and without question, and we continuously invest in new gear throughout the season. Third, independent canyoners also benefit from our commitment to quality, because anyone exploring a canyon at their own risk can find all the necessary gear for rent in Sonthofen—from descenders to helmets, harnesses, and shoes; the same applies to complete via ferrata sets. This means that certified professional gear is available to everyone, regardless of whether they’ve booked a guided tour. Our canyoning equipment rental in Sonthofen lists the complete rental selection with all available items.