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Rigidalstock Via Ferrata

Rigidalstock Via Ferrata Rigidalstock 2593 m

Difficulty

K3
Ascent

1:30 h, 180 m
Mountain Experience

2 / 4
Power

2 / 4
Endurance

2 / 4
Psyche

2 / 4

There are many more famous, and much higher mountains in the Engelberg region than the Rigidalstock, with its modest 2593 m. Thus, until the turn of the century, the Rigidalstock was perceived as more of a satellite peak, when compared to the Engelberger Rotstock (2818 m) or the Wissigstock (2887 m) for example. That changed after Albin Amstutz and his colleagues gave the mountain its shiny iron skirt; the via ferrata. After an earlier attempt at an 'iron way' on Titlis - which was rather unsuccessful and ended with being dismantled - this via ferrata can be described as an absolute success; it is an ideal route for beginners, only moderately exposed and is well equipped. Since the summer of 2014, there has also been a second via ferrata on Rigidalstock. This runs through the southwest face of the summit and is a bit more challenging (K3) than the original route. The two can be combined to form a delightful circular tour.

Atmospheric ridge climbing on the Rigidalstock © Eugen E. und Hildegard Hüsler

At the start, view over to the via ferrata Rigidalstockwand. © Fabian Lippuner

At the start, right to the Rigidalstockgrat, left to the via ferrata Rigidalstockwand. © Fabian Lippuner

Take a break on the Rigidalstockgrat via ferrata. © Fabian Lippuner

Moderate terrain on the Rigidalstockgrat via ferrata. © Fabian Lippuner

Looking back shortly before the summit. © Fabian Lippuner

Done: on the Rigidalstock. © Fabian Lippuner

Overview Brunni via ferratas. © Fabian Lippuner

Route description

Approach

Rigidalstockgrat via ferrata.

A narrow ledge leads to the real start. Follow the cable up through a groove (crux) to gain the ridge. Climb along this (easy) to the base of the main summit wall. Ascend more steeply on compact slabs using iron rungs. Move diagonally left on scree (being careful not to loosen stones), make several small zigzag bends and reach the main summit ridge. Follow this to the summit cross of the Rigidalstock (2593 m).

Additional information

Character: Moderately challenging but very attractive tour, well equipped. Only descent option from the summit involves via ferrata (K2). Great views from the summit. Can also be combined with the ferratas at Brunnistöckli or Zittergrat.