Climbing and via ferratas

Does the Jungfrau Region have via ferratas and climbing routes? Oh yes, it certainly does! And not just a few. Loads of them. And some superb views to match.

MÜRREN-GIMMELWALD VIA FERRATA

Mürren-Gimmelwald

Really? Yes, we’re serious. This via ferrata doesn’t go up, it goes down. Now that’s something different! And it’s not only the via ferrata that goes down – look down at the steep rockfaces on the way to Gimmelwald and you’ll see deep, gaping chasms.

Via ferratas

Grindelwald

A picture is worth a thousand words. With that in mind: no more words. The via ferrata requires maximum concentration, strength and endurance.

Safety

Safety advice

To tackle the via ferrata, you need to be physically fit, sure-footed and have a head for heights. You’ll also need suitable equipment and knowledge of how to behave on the mountain. If you don’t have much experience, it’s recommended to climb the via ferrata with a mountain guide. Only go on the via ferrata in good weather – and leave immediately if the weather changes or if there is a risk of a storm. One carabiner should always stay connected to the safety rope.