The 1991 UIAA Climbing World Championships, the first edition, were held in Frankfurt, Germany from 1 to 2 October 1991.

It was organized by the Union Internationale des Associations d'Alpinisme (UIAA).

[1][2][3] François Legrand and Susi Good were the first ever Lead World Champions.

Legrand climbed efficiently and topped the final route.

[4] Hans Florine and Isabelle Dorsimond were the first ever Speed World Cup Champions.