Fixed rope routes

Via ferrata Evolène

Via Ferrata von Evolène

Evolène

1/8°

The via ferrata of Evolène consists of several scenic variants and impresses with views of the glaciers of Dent Blanche and Pigne d'Arolla.

Difficulty

Difficult

Length

2.24 km

Duration

2:30 h
Via Ferrata von Evolène

Description

The via ferrata of Evolène is divided into three parts. The starting point is at the exit of the village of Evolène, at the parking lot for paragliders. A quarter-hour walk leads you directly to the foot of the rock and to the start of the via ferrata. At the beginning of the ascent, an overhang takes your breath and your first strength. The middle part is a horizontal path, suitable also for families with children. The last part with impressive overhangs is reserved for experienced climbers!

Turn-by-turn directions

Go to the via ferrata information board slightly above the parking lot and follow the zigzag path through the forest to the start. After two small overhangs, further vertical climbing sections follow until you climb through the "Grand Mur" at the end of the route. Two intermediate exits are available along the way. The descent leads to the right towards the village of Villa, where you can return to Evolène on the marked hiking trail.

Start

Parking lot at the exit of Evolène towards Les Haudères (1387m)

Destination

Parking lot at the exit of Evolène towards Les Haudères (1386m)

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Author's recommendation

Do the via ferrata of Evolène in the evening and enjoy a beautiful sunset in the Val d'Hérens.

Technical information

Altitude

1712m

1386m

Ascent

+380m

Descent

-366m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

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Tags

  • Scenic
  • Round trip
  • Completely cable-secured
Getting there
Information

Public transport

Train connections to Sion with subsequent hourly bus connection to Evolène.

Approach

Access via the A9 motorway to Sion to exit 27 (Sion-Est). Continue on Route d'Hérens towards Val d'Hérens. From Sion, you reach Evolène in about 25 minutes.

Parking

Parking lot at the exit of Evolène towards Les Haudères

Equipment

A climbing harness with a via ferrata set for self-protection is mandatory for doing a via ferrata. Due to the risk of falling rocks, wearing a helmet is also a must.

Pay attention to good footwear, suitable clothing, and sufficient provisions. Gloves provide additional protection to fingers and joints and prevent abrasions.

Safety information

Weather: If you are on via ferrata routes, you should consider the weather forecasts. A sudden onset of bad weather can be life-threatening. Via ferrata routes must be avoided in case of thunderstorms.

Risk of falling rocks: Via ferrata routes pose the risk of falling rocks, mostly triggered by preceding climbers or wild animals. Protect yourself with a helmet.

Securing: When doing a via ferrata, make sure to always keep enough distance from the climber ahead. Only one person should be in a securing section at a time.

Additional information

Equipment rental:

  • in the local sports shops

More information about the destination can be found here:

Literature

Eugen E. Hüsler, Daniel Anker: The Via Ferratas of Switzerland 

Maps

SwissTopo national maps 1:25,000: 1327 Evolène

Source

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