CopenHill in Copenhagen stands out as the tallest climbing wall in the world at 80 meters, a feat accomplished by Walltopia in collaboration with architect Bjarke Ingels’ firm, BIG. This ambitious project balanced architectural aesthetics with climbing functionality, achieving a design that both complements the Amager Power Plant’s beautiful architecture and provides an emmersive climbing experience to visitors. Walltopian Vasil Sharlanov, who led the design, says:
“The wall design was a challenge as we were striving to find the right balance between appearance and functionality – the goal was to create appearance matching the impressive building architecture while designing wall topology that offers supreme climbing experience.”

Constructing CopenHill was a technical marvel, incorporating 55 tons of steel for the climbing wall support structure, 24 tons of fiberglass, and large-scale plexiglass panels that allow light to penetrate the building while standing up to the region’s challenging weather. The installation of the tallest climbing wall in the world required Walltopia’s team to work at high altitudes and in strong winds, while route-setting had to wait for spring due to harsh winter conditions. Despite these obstacles, the team’s dedication has turned CopenHill into a world-renowned landmark for climbers and visitors alike.

Dive deeper into the story behind CopenHill’s creation here.