The Laserzwand near Tristach is composed of the Cima Schöttnerspitze (2,614 m a.s.l.), the main peak with its summit cross and book and the 2,568-m high Kleine Laserzwand, a highly appreciated peak for climbing tours.

The Karlsbader Hütte mountain hut at its foot was built between 1887 and 1888, whereas the via ferrata was set up shortly after. A well-known mountain tour starts at the mountain hut and leads towards north before reaching Monte Laserzwand on the southern wall.

The via ferrata Laserz (difficulty level D) is accessible via the Rudl Eller-Weg path which runs along the 400-m high walls of the Kleine Laserzwand. From the summit you can enjoy impressive panoramic views of the main Alpine ridge.