Via ferrata Allmenalp
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Whether it's the vertical wall directly after the start or the four thundering waterfalls of the Allmibach, the two Nepal bridges (three-rope bridge) or the Tyrolienne, on which you glide over the water, the via ferrata up to Allmenalp really leaves nothing to be desired!
Difficulty: KS4 (difficult, very exposed)
Walking time: 2 to 3 hours
Total length: 650 m
Height difference: 550 m ascent (via ferrata 370 m) Number of ladders: 4
Number of Nepal bridges: 2
Open: approx. end of May to approx. end of October
Requirements - my abilities: Sure-footedness, a head for heights, stamina for ascents of up to 3 hours
Variant "Freude herrscht"
The variant called "Freude herrscht" is categorised as KS4+ in the via ferrata scale. This means that this variant is very difficult to climb and is therefore only suitable for experienced and confident climbers. The variant is more exposed than the classic route and mostly on vertical rock. Technical data variant:
Difficulty KS4+
Walking time 30 to 45 minutes
Total length 240 m Height difference 150 m
Number of ladders 3
Year of construction 2020
After climbing, fortify yourself in the Allmen-Beizli with homemade alpine cheese, simple snacks and enjoy the magnificent panoramic view of the mountain scenery.
Descent to the valley by cable car or on foot on the hiking trail via Ryharts and Schneitböde (1 1/2 hours).
Further information is available from Kandersteg Tourismus or from the Allmenalp cable car.
Approach
Mit dem Auto via Spiez - Frutigen oder dem Autozug von Goppenstein nach Kandersteg.
Public Transport
Südlich der Lötschberg, nördlich das Kandertal: Für diesen Bahnhof zwischen Brig (38 Min.) und Bern (61 Min.) gilt der Stundentakt – eine ideale Basis für viele Ausflüge.
Parking
A limited number of parking spaces are available directly at the valley station of the cable car. Parking fee per day: CHF 5.00.
Directions
Ab Luftseilbahn Allmenalp gut markiert.
Safety Instructions
Die Begehung erfolgt auf eigene Verantwortung: Tourismus Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg übernimmt keinerlei Haftung bei der Nutzung von lokalen Routen.
Equipment
Climbing harness, via ferrata set, helmet and good footwear: only the consistent, correct use of equipment enables you to climb via ferratas safely. Take sun protection with you, possibly special leather gloves.
Via ferrata equipment can be hired in the sports shops in Kandersteg and directly at the valley station of the Allmenalp cable car. The hire charge at the cable car is CHF 25 per via ferrata set per day.
Tips
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