Via ferrata in the Galitzenklamm

A 700 metre steel cable, as well as 140 adhesive rock anchors have been installed for the Endorphin via ferrata route in Galitzen Gorge. The highlight is a six metre long ladder which is extremely exposed, but, with a little bit of courage, can be negotiated without much effort. At 400 metres altitude and with an ascent lasting around 1 ½ hours, this via ferrata route offers exciting sections across rock faces and smooth rock. Difficulty level for the ascent is C, while the descent is designated A/B.

A more difficult via ferrata route at the entrance to Galitzenklamm gorge which has an extreme variant -
'The masochist' – level E. The 250m climb is a steep cliff face and slab climbing area, with two rope bridges providing a bit of diversity.

The highlight of this via ferrata route is the 'Götterquergang' which provides views to all three waterfalls in the Galitzenklamm gorge and views into the distance. The difficult variant 'The masochist' is a steep, partly overhanging cliff passage – difficult level E. The descent is classified as an A/B ferrata with a few C sections.

The route requires significant levels of endurance and arm strength and is hard right to the last metre and is therefore only suitable for experienced, strong via ferrata route walkers.

Alternating between variety-packed face climbing and exposed summit climbing. Looking down into the depths presents a particular challenge, with the sound of the water a constant companion.