The most spectacular ascent is on the Via Ferrata 3, which is very well-equipped with steel cables and iron footholds. The via ferrata provides an impressive path through the north-west facing rock face. It is difficult to turn back during the climb.
Region | Switzerland / Bernese Oberland / Vaud |
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Year of Construction | 2002 |
Built by | Mountain guides and Bergbahnen Destination Gstaad AG |
Valley village | Rougemont La Videmanette valley station |
Highest point | 2285 metres above sea level |
Starting point | Mountain station of the La Videmanette gondola |
Duration | Ascent: 5 minutes For the climb itself: 1 hour 15 minutes Descent: 45 minutes |
Difficulty | K5- |
Length | 400 m |
Exposure | West |
Please note | The via ferrata is accessible from approx. July to October. The via ferrata can be reached along a hiking trail from Saanen or Rougemont in approx. 4 hours. |
Hire equipment | No rental in summer 2020 at La Videmanette |