Via Ferrata Alberfeldkogel - Feuerkogel

Helmet and climbing harness with via ferrata safety set is absolutely essential.


Route description:

Set off from the Feuerkogel Bergstation (mountain station); firstly, take the hiking trail towards Alberfeldkogel peak. After approx. 45 minutes of walking, fork right (eastward) on very steep sloping terrain onto the climbing tracks.
WARNING: This is not a secured climb.
Please put on your climbing harness and helmet before embarking on this part. After approx. 300m you will reach the entry point beneath the Ostgrad of the Alberfeldkogel. The main difficulties are found in the lower section of the via ferrata; these diminish in the upper section. WARNING: In the upper part of the climb, you move directly above the entry; do not kick away any stones.

Climb-through:
410 climbing metres

Level of difficulty C

Helmet and harness with via ferrata safety set is absolutely essential!

Liability:
The builder, the market town of Ebensee, the land owner and the operator do not accept any liability for the safety of the facility and/or its usage. Any ascent is undertaken voluntarily and requires thorough planning and self-evaluation. Preparation, training and fitness are fundamental requirements. This via ferrata is not a beginner's course; it is a demanding tour of an alpine nature and therefore encompasses alpine hazards such as rockfall and adverse weather. Rescue is extremely difficult. Mobile phones only work at a few points.