Via Ferrata, an increasingly popular activity accessible to all.
Via ferrata (wire ropes) or via cordata (ropes) is a route built into a rock face, equipped with specific elements (ropes, cables, ladders, ramps, rungs, zip lines, monkey bridges, Himalayan bridges, Tibetan bridges, etc.) designed to facilitate progress. It's an intermediate activity between hiking, high ropes courses (PAH) and rock climbing.
Via ferrata climbs are graded for difficulty. We use the Hüsler system. See end of article.
Our Via Ferrata:
Located in Paguera, our Via Ferrata offers thrills for young and old alike, alternating between easy and difficult sections for beginners.
On the coast, you'll evolve on cliffs by the sea: from the lowest point a few meters from the water (about 1.5m above sea level) to the highest point about 45m high, you'll enjoy the sea air of this via ferrata. Whether ascending or descending, the guide will always be by your side, guiding you, reassuring you and advising you on the best practices.
Located on a west-facing cliff, you'll be in the shade all morning and part of the afternoon. Finally, for those who wish, a short jump from the initial and final platform will allow you to cool off and finish the activity in style in the Mediterranean Sea.
| SCALE | HÜSLER | GROUND | SAFETY | ABILITY | EQUIPMENT |
| A Easy | K1 | Flat to steep, mostly rocky or interspersed with rocks, exposed passages possible | Ropes, chains, iron clamps, individual short ladders. Ascent is largely possible without the use of safety devices. | Steady footing and a head for heights recommended. | Via ferrata equipment recommended. Experienced walkers may not require safety equipment. |
| B Moderately difficult | K2 | Steep rocky terrain, some small steps, exposed sites. | Ropes, chains, iron clips, stepping pins, longer, possibly vertical ladders. Difficulties without safety elements up to III (UIAA). | Steady footing and a head for heights, good condition, some power and endurance in arms and legs. | Via ferrata equipment recommended |
| C Difficult | K3 | Steep to very steep rocky terrain, mainly small steps, longer potentially very often exposed passages. | Wire ropes, iron clamps, stepping pins, longer or over hanging ladders. Clamps and pins can also be further apart. In vertical sections partly only wire rope. Difficulties without safety elements up to IV (UIAA). | Steady footing and a head for heights, good condition, power and endurance in arms and legs. | Via ferrata equipment strongly recommended, untrained children may have to take the rope |
| D Very difficult | K4 | Vertical, often overhanging terrain, mostly very exposed. | Wire rope, iron clamps and stepping pins are often far apart. On exposed and steep places often just a wire rope. | Enough strength in arms and hands, as longer vertical to overhanging areas and smaller climbing areas up to II /UIAA) possible. | Via ferrata equipment obligatory, even experienced via ferrata climbers may require the use of a rope. Not suitable for beginners and children! |
| E Extremely difficult | K5 | Vertical to overhanging, exposed throughout, very small steps or slab climbing. | Wire rope, iron clamps and stepping pins are often far apart. On exposed and steep places often just a wire rope. Often combined with scrambling. | A lot of strength in hands (fingers), arms and legs, increased level of condition, mobility. | Via ferrata equipment obligatory, rope teamwork is worth considering, especially when touring places without safety devices. Not suitable for beginners and children |
| F Extremely difficult | K6 | Primarily overhanging, exposed, very small steps or slab climbing. | Wire rope, iron clamps and stepping pins are often far apart. Combined with scrambling. | Good climbing technique is imperative, a lot of strength in hands (fingers), arms and legs, increased level of condition, mobility. | Via ferrata equipment obligatory, top rope climbing equipment recommend. Not recommend for people who cannot manage difficulty level E without problems. |
Source : https://ferrata.world/grades