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Via Ferrata Larix

Area:
Merano
Peak:
Grade:
C
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Total Time:
3½ hrs
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Orientation:
Southeast
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Description

The "Larix" via ferrata (Latin for larch), located at the foot of the Rio Senales waterfall, winds over several rope bridges, a sky ladder, a rope slide, and sections of climbing that are partially challenging. In the first section, the via ferrata leads over and along a small stream, providing lots of adrenaline, interrupted by short walking sections. In the upper part, from the Rotkofelsee lake, the ferrata has short, rather flat walking sections. A successful combination of hiking in the mountains and a fun via ferrata, it is especially popular with beginners and families with young climbers.

Access & starting point

To the right behind the Roter Kofel chairlift, at the foot of the large Kurzrasbach waterfall

Approach

Route

The hiking trail "Alpin Trail" (marked with red signs) runs parallel to the via ferrata. For example, families can split up, with some members climbing the via ferrata while others take the scenic hiking route. This ensures fun for all levels — even experienced climbers will find challenges on the more technical sections.

Technical Details

Length: 1.8 km

Descent

Above the Teufelsegghütte hut (unmanaged)