A via ferrata for all levels awaits you in Charmey, in the heart of a breathtaking panorama!
The via ferrata of Charmey welcome you from May to October, right next to the cableways station. Surrounded by beautiful pre-alpine landscapes, a fun and safe course awaits participants.
This via ferrata offers diverse routes (The Foothills and Square Vide I + II), captivating and suitable for different levels of expertise:
The Foothills:
This route is rated K3/K4, fairly difficult, but still accessible to intermediate ferratists.
Square Vide I:
This route is reserved for experts (K5).
Square Vide II:
It is suitable for "super experts" (K6) due to its extreme difficulty and overhanging sections.
Before heading onto any of the via ferrata routes, take the time to assess your abilities!
For more information on the routes and necessary equipment, click here.
Course and equipment
| Course | 4.- CHF |
| Equipment hire (lanyard, harness and helmet) | 18.- CHF |
Via ferrata package (equipment hire, route, cable ways return ride)
| Adult (25-63 years) | 39.- CHF |
| Senior (from 64 years) | 36.- CHF |
| Young (16-24 years) | 36.- CHF |
| Child* (6-15 years) | 31.- CHF |
Total activity time: 2 to 4 hours
Difference in altitude: 180 m
Weight: 40 to 100 kg
Minimum height: 1.40 m
Classic via ferrata equipment can be used
A continuous lifeline belay system can be hired. It prevents any handling error and drastically reduces any risk linked to this activity.
To guarantee the maintenance and quality of the via ferrata, a contribution of CHF 4.- is asked, payable at the reception desk of the ski lifts or on the course.
The start of the course is 15 minutes from the arrival of the cable car.
TéléCharmey SA
Les Charrières 3
1637 Charmey
+41 (0)26 927 55 20
