Great Daubenhorn via ferrata

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The Daubenhorn via ferrata is the longest in Switzerland, graded K5 (extremely difficult). The itinerary leads almost entirely along vertical rock faces, and features many memorable highlights including a cave with a waterfall.
The highly impressive and extrem difficult via ferrata offers the visitor the opportunity to enjoy the unique panorama of the Valais Alps. After 8 hours or so of climbing a good 1,000 metres you finally arrive at the Daubenhorn summit (2,941 metres above sea level)
Last Modified : 07. December 2023
Overview
  • Grosser Daubenhorn Klettersteig
  • Difficulty level
  • Distance 9.2 km
  • Duration 08:00 h
  • Ascent 1246 m
  • Descent 1246 m
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Scenic Geological highlights Fauna Insider tip Summit route Round trip Cultural/historical interest Cableway ascent/descent Completely cable-secured Classic via ferrata

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