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At the Schlossalm, you'll feel like a chamois perched on the edge of a cliff face.
As a child, was there nothing you loved more than climbing trees, clambering up one branch at a time, getting closer and closer to the top? And today, are you an experienced hiker who'd like to relive some of your childhood memories? If so, we'd suggest giving one of our local via ferrata climbs a go! As you carefully plot the best route, feel the cool rock under your hands and gradually improve the coordination between hands and feet, you'll barely be able to contain the intense joy you feel. Once at the top, you will be so proud. And you'll know immediately, this definitely won't be the last time you take on a via ferrata!
Not to worry, you don't have to be pro "rock jock" to give a via ferrata a try! At the Schlossalm, there are actually six different via ferrata climbs with a wide range of difficulty. We'd advise you to bring along a mountain guide from the Angerer Alpine School, especially if this is your first time on a fixed-cable climb. Plus, they'll be able to supply you with all your equipment needs. You'll learn from an expert how to handle a climbing harness and secure yourself correctly. With all the appropriate preparations made, you'll be ready to do your best impersonation of a mountain goat!
Each of the via ferrata climbs is rated according to difficulty. Based on your experience level, you'll then be able to choose the climb that's ideal for you. A stands for an easy climb, B for moderately difficult, C means difficult, D is very difficult and E is extreme, which means its only appropriate for climbers with lots of skill and experience!
Routes for first experiences on a fixed-cable climb, plus a difficult variant just for pros
Rating: A/B/C
Elevation gain: 30 m
Length: 40 m
Hike to the base: 15 min
Climbing time: 20 min
Descent: 15 min
Starting point: Schlossalmbahn summit station
Detailed description of the practice via ferrata (PDF)
Nice, small practice climb
Rating: Easy variants B/C
Elevation gain: 95 m
Length: 135 m
Hike to the base: 10 min
Climbing time: 20 -30 min
Descent: 10 min
Starting point: Schlosalmbahn summit station
Detailed description of the "Kleine Scharte" via ferrata (PDF)
Via ferrata with lots of variety, for experienced climbers
Rating: B/C
Elevation gain: 150 m
Length: 330 m
Hike to the base: 20 min
Climbing time: 1 hour
Descent: 20 min
Starting point: Schlossalmbahn summit station
Detailed description of the "Weitmoser" via ferrata (PDF)
Short, moderately difficult via ferrata
Rating: B/C
Elevation gain: 130 m
Length: 250 m
Hike to the base: 45 min
Climbing time: 50 min
Descent: 45 min
Starting point: Schlossalmbahn summit station
Detailed description of the "Mauskarspitze" via ferrata (PDF)
Fun and action, including rope bridges and a zipline!
Rating: B/C to D/E
Elevation gain: 125 m
Length: 300 m
Hike to the base: 15 min
Climbing time: 1 hour
Descent: 15 min
Starting point: Schlossalmbahn summit station
Detailed description of the "Hirschinger" via ferrata (PDF)
One of the toughest via ferratas in Gastein Valley
Rating: D/E
Elevation gain: 200 m
Length: 400 m
Hike to the base: 30 min
Climbing time: 1 ½ hours
Descent: 30 min
Starting point: Schlossalmbahn summit station
Detailed description of the "Hochalmblick" via ferrata (PDF)