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Fürenwand Via Ferrata Fürenalp 1845 m

  • Difficulty
    K4-5
  • Ascent
    2:30 h, 520 m
  • Mountain Experience
    2 / 4
  • Power
    3 / 4
  • Endurance
    3 / 4
  • Psyche
    3 / 4

Without such a generous helping of ironmongery, most aspiring via ferrata goers would only look up from below and weep. Despite such a generous helping of ironmongery it is still a big challenge - especially for the psyche. Although the iron steps are solid and safety is ensured, thanks to the half a kilometre of air under the soles of your feet you are guaranteed a buzz. It is not only a matter of nerves; the rope ladder, free hanging and right at the top of the wall (you've already climbed 500 m to get here), demands good fitness and stamina. After all, the tour should be fun, right? If you have these attributes, you will not only enjoy the climbing but also have the capacity to take in the scenery. This deserves much more than just a fleeting glance. The view extends from the Schlossberg (3132 m) in the east to the Hutstock (2676 m) in the west, a rocky phalanx with gloomy rock chimneys casting enchanting shadows, rising 2 kilometres above the stone village and into the sky. The two biggest eye catchers here are the rock claw of Spannort (3198 m) and the mighty Titlis (3238 m).

Route description

Approach
Fürenwand Via Ferrata
Steel cables lead rightwards to a striking corner, then it becomes uncompromising: the only way is up! T-shaped iron bars facilitate the ascent, iron rungs continue towards a ladder. You'll barely touch the rock surface. Through varying degrees of exposure you climb, on and on. After some time you'll reach the lightly wooded terrace of the Jägerband, where a comfortable bench is waiting! Above the green terrace, the route leads back into steep terrain (after rainfall receive a free shower). On iron bars climb out into a vertical world. Words like 'deep' and 'bottomless' spring to mind here; you won't be the first to hesitate before stepping into the void. More iron rungs (like giant staples), interrupted by airy traverses, lead higher and higher over the compact limestone rock. Grandiose views open out onto the rocky backdrop of the innermost Engelberg valley. Then comes the final challenge: the almost 20 m high, mildly rickety rope ladder. The last climbing metres in comparison are a pleasant romp, and are followed by a nice trail through the meadows to Fürenalp (about 1840 m, 3 hours).
Descent

Additional information

Character

Challenging, not to be underestimated 'sporty' via ferrata with some extremely exposed passages. Extensively equipped, so little rock contact. The second section is a little more difficult. If you feel overwhelmed, you can escape via the Jägerband and continue to Fürenalp over steep meadows. Special feature: the iron rope ladder, 19 meters high and very airy!

 

Due to the southwest exposure of the wall, the route is in the shadow in the morning. In late autumn, it may already be icy in places.

Time

Total time: 3 hours. Approach: ½ hour. Via ferrata: 2½ hours.

Signalisation

Approach marked with white-blue-white paint.

History

A previous via ferrata here had to be dismantled after a just a short time. Rockfalls and mud slides destroyed the fixings again and again. A shame, but the new route seems to be much more sustainable ... and safer. Another, safer route on offer is the one from Jochpass via the Hintere Titlisjoch and the Nordwestgrat of Klein Titlis.

Author

Eugen Hüsler

Eugen E. Hüsler is a Zurich born author and photographer. He has written around 70 via ferrata, hiking and cycling guides and illustrated books. His many publications on via ferrata have led to the nickname “Klettersteig-Papst“ (Via Ferrata Pope).

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