At the summit

Via Ferrata

From green pastures to vertical mountains

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Une équipe est arrivé au sommet de la via ferrata de Charmey et se tapent dans les mains

Experience adrenalin on the via ferrata in Charmey!

Our via ferrata, featuring the very latest equipment technology, offers visitors a choice of routes up to expert level. In addition to the various cliff and forest passages, you'll find an incredible 66 m long footbridge on the descent route.

Once at the top, enjoy a breathtaking view of the Gastlosen, the Moléson and the magnificent Fribourg region.

The routes

Our two itineraries, each with different levels of difficulty, include a number of variants.

At the summit, there are several zones where you can sit back and enjoy the view in complete safety. The via ferrata continues with a downhill section where you'll have the opportunity to take a 66 m footbridge, which you can bypass. At the end of the route, take the footpath back to the top of the lifts.

For the best and safest experience , take time to assess your abilities, as the full-vacuum route is aptly named and particularly demanding.

The foothills

Quite difficult

Level	K3 - Quite difficult
Elevation gain	180 m.
Weight	40-120 kg
Minimum height	1.40 m.
Cable length	600 m.
Cable car Summit approach	15 min.
Return to the cable car	40 min.
Total activity time	2-4 h.

For larger groups, allow about 1 hour more. All times are approximate and should be taken into account to ensure that everything runs smoothly

Good physical condition
Suitable equipment
Experience recommended
Can be adapted for via ferrata novices if accompanied
A varied route with rest zones
The sensation of emptiness is present, but in a moderate way
2 short variants to test the K4 level

Square vide I

Very difficult

Level	K5 - Very difficult
Elevation gain	160 m.
Weight	40-120 kg
Minimum height	1.40 m.
Cable length	660 m.
Cable car Summit approach	15 min.
Return to the cable car	40 min.
Total activity time	2-4 h.

For larger groups, allow about 1 hour more. All times are approximate, so please bear in mind the following to ensure that everything runs smoothly

Very good physical condition
Suitable equipment (+short tether)
Good via ferrata experience
For experienced climbers who are not afraid of overhanging sections
Few rest zones and very steady passages
The sensation of emptiness is omnipresent

Square vide II

Extremely difficult

Level	K6 - Extremely difficult
Elevation gain	160 m.
Weight	40-120 kg
Minimum height	1.40 m.
Cable length	620 m.
Cable car Summit approach	15 min.
Return to the cable car	40 min.
Total activity time	2-4 h.

For larger groups, allow about 1 hour more. Please note that all times are approximate

Impeccable physical condition
Suitable equipment (+short lanyard)
Very good via ferrata experience
For experts with very good arm endurance
Almost the entire route is overhanging
The sensation of emptiness is omnipresent
Perhaps the hardest in Switzerland

Once you've reached the top, the adventure isn' t over , as the descent from the summit to the end of the via ferrata is part of the itinerary. It requires concentration and physical effort.

Via Ferrata Video

Informations

Practical info

The via ferrata can only be accessed from Charmey by gondola or on foot. The road is private and not accessible.
For rental, we offer a continuous lifeline belay system. This prevents any handling errors and drastically reduces any risk associated with this activity
A brief explanation will be provided to those renting the equipment
Standard via ferrata equipment can be used
To guarantee the maintenance and quality of the via ferrata, we ask for a contribution of CHF 4.00, payable at the cable car reception desk or via Twint before the start of the course
The start of the course is a 15-minute walk from the gondola arrival point. Follow the white arrows!

We accept no liability for accidents.

Safety instructions

Access under the sole responsibility of the user
Access reserved for those not prone to vertigo, who are sure-footed and in good physical condition
Appropriate equipment (harness, via ferrata lanyards, helmet) must be worn
Difficult to turn back once people have started on the route
Need to know how to use via ferrata properly
No access in the event of thunderstorms, rain, snow or ice
Accessible only to people over 1.40 m tall and weighing between 40 kg and 120 kg
For greater comfort, we strongly recommend wearing gloves

Rates

Child pack*	31.-
Senior/Young Pack	36.-
Adult Pack	39.-
Course only	4.-
Equipment rental only	18.-

Prices in CHF.

The via ferrata package includes equipment rental, the route and the return gondola ride. *Only children over 1.40 m and 40 kg are allowed to use the via ferrata with our rental equipment.

Gift voucher

Equipment rental

Monday to Thursday: at the reception desk at the foot of the gondola until 2:30pm
Friday: at the reception desk at the foot of the gondola until 3:30pm
Saturday: at the top of the gondola until 4pm
Sunday: at the top of the gondola until 3 p.m

We reserve the right not to rent out equipment if weather conditions do not permit use of the via ferrata. The last gondolas go down at 6 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday. On Fridays and Saturdays, equipment must be returned by 8 p.m. at the latest.