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Via ferrata on Eggishorn

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Klettersteig am Eggishorn
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Stephanie Owings
on the August 01, 2022

This v.f. was loads of fun. The bridges were challenging and ...

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Thrilling traverses, vertical passages and view points: this medium-difficulty via ferrata is a unique experience requiring sure-footedness, a head for heights and physical fitness.

moderate

Distance 1.4 km

3:00 h

145 m

2,869 m

2,724 m

The starting point of this tour is the mountain station of the Eggishorn cable car. Hike downhill to the Elsenlücke (ca. 30 mins) and continue to the start of the via ferrata. The route, which can also be tackled by those with relatively little via ferrata experience, leads across easy-to-grip surfaces and impressive rock formations. There are wonderful views of the sunny plateau throughout. Sturdy iron rungs make steep passages more manageable, while cables and railings mean you’re well secured even in the easier sections. Highlights include a Nepalese bridge (40m), a suspension bridge (30m) and a zip line (30m). The latter can only be tackled with a mountain guide, but it’s possible to skip it. After two hours of climbing and 305 metres of altitude difference, you’ll find yourself back at the starting point.

Difficulty: easy to medium (K2 – K3), no overhanging sections.
Tip: There’s an emergency exit after the first hour of climbing, just in case you feel like breaking off the tour.

Would you like to attempt the via ferrata but feel a little nervous? No problem, guided ascents with an experienced mountaineer are possible every Monday.

Status report
You can always check the status report to see if the via ferrata is open.

Author’s recommendation

Information boards, lounges and a view of the Great Aletsch Glacier: enjoy the Eggishorn circuit trail after tackling this impressive climb.

Every Monday you can do a guided tour with a mountain guide from the Aletsch mountaineering centre. More info here.

Author

Aletsch Arena AG

Update: July 05, 2022

Difficulty

C/D moderate

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Highest point

2,869 m

Lowest point

2,724 m

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Access

0:30 h

Climbing length

2:00 h

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Forested/wild trail

0.7 km

Path

0.1 km

Via ferrata

0.6 km

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Safety information

Summer sports report

Weather conditions: before setting off to tackle a via ferrata, it is important to check the weather forecast. Bad conditions can make climbing dangerous – particularly in stormy weather.

Rockfalls: because of the risk of falling rocks – usually caused by climbers higher up or by animals – all climbers are strongly advised to wear a helmet.

Safety: always leave sufficient distance between yourself and the climber ahead. There should never be more than one person between two anchor points.

Tips and hints

Aletsch Arena AG
Furkastrasse 39
CH-3983 Mörel-Filet
+41 27 928 58 58
info@aletscharena.ch
www.aletscharena.ch

Start

Eggishorn, top station of aerial cable car (2,867 m)

Coordinates:

SwissGrid

2'650'308E 1'141'973N

46.427221, 8.093119

DMS

46°25'38.0"N 8°05'35.2"E

UTM

32T 430320 5141916

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Destination

Eggishorn, top station of aerial cable car

Turn-by-turn directions

Eggishorn – Elsenlücke – Klettersteig – Eggishorn

Note

all notes on protected areas

Public transport

Public-transport-friendly

By train from Brig or Oberwald to Fiesch, then on foot to the valley station of the Fiesch-Eggishorn cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG). Take the cable car up to Eggishorn.

Getting there

Take Kantonsstrasse 19 to the Fiesch exit, then follow Furkastrasse to the valley station of the Fiesch-Eggishorn cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG). Take the cable car up to Eggishorn.

Parking

Large pay car park at the valley station of the Fiesch-Eggishorn cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG).

Coordinates

SwissGrid

2'650'308E 1'141'973N

46.427221, 8.093119

DMS

46°25'38.0"N 8°05'35.2"E

UTM

32T 430320 5141916

w3w

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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Book recommendation by the author

Get a free panoramic map at the cable car stations and info centres of the Aletsch Arena.

Author’s map recommendations

SwissTopo maps 1:25’000: 1269 Aletschgletscher

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Equipment

All climbers must wear a harness. Because of the risk of falling rocks along the route, a helmet is also essential. Ensure you have sturdy footwear and appropriate clothing, and bring a small rucksack with water and a snack. A suitable pair of gloves will protect your fingers and knuckles from grazes.

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Stephanie Owings

August 01, 2022 · Community

This v.f. was loads of fun. The bridges were challenging and the end, where the v.f. winds around and over rock pillars, was very well designed. Our thanks to the designers for creating such an excellent route. It is very well protected and is not just for kids!

When did you do this route? July 10, 2022

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Difficulty

C/D moderate

Distance

1.4 km

Duration

3:00 h

Ascent

145 m

Descent

145 m

Highest point

2,869 m

Lowest point

2,724 m

Public-transport-friendly Circular route Scenic Refreshment stops available

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