With over 45 four-thousand-metre peaks, including the famous Matterhorn, and a multitude of via ferratas, the Valais in the south of Switzerland is a paradise for climbers. A breathtaking mountain landscape awaits you here with majestic peaks, imposing glaciers, spectacular gorges and breathtaking views. The via ferratas in Valais guarantee you incomparable challenges and adventures.
The Via Farinetta near Saillon is an action via ferrata for experienced climbers. The difficult via ferrata tour in the middle of the narrow Salentes gorge includes exciting passages, vertical rock faces, tricky overhangs and exposed traverses.
This via ferrata is divided into three sections, where the difficulty varies from average to challenging. The first section of the via ferrata is accessible to ferratista with basic skills, while the second section requires courage and strength.
The third section is only suitable for experienced climbers. These new via ferratas, around 5. A gripping action via ferrata for bold and courageous ferratista along the vertical rock faces of the narrow Salento Gorge. Breathtaking panoramic views await you on the via ferrata, including the Mischabel massif and the Bernese Alps. You start climbing to the summit at the Kreuzboden middle station, which you reach after about an hour's walk from the Hohsaas mountain railway.
Via ladders you reach the ridge of the pre-peak. To overcome a gap between the pre-peak and the main peak, there is a three-rope bridge and a climbing net. From here you have a fantastic panoramic view of 18 four-thousand-metre peaks. The starting point is in the idyllic forest below Nax at 1, m. This via ferrata tour takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes and leads directly to the village of Nax. On the via ferrata, you overcome relatively demanding passages and cross the rock on a climbing-free section.
