Schweifinen via ferrata - Route A

Ascent: From Zermatt station through Bahnhofstrasse. Shortly after the Zermatters' office, turn right onto the hiking trail towards Edelweiss and Trift. Follow it uphill, out of the village and towards the Trift gorge. Before the path leads to the bridge over the Triftbach, turn right to the start of the via ferrata (approx. 30 minutes).

Descent: At the exit, follow the path back to the village (approx. 20 min.)

The map also shows the ascent and descent routes.

Our recommendation:

• Good, suitable footwear
• Clothing appropriate to the weather
• Climbing harness, helmet, and via ferrata set
• Drink and provisions

Important! Recommended: surefootedness, no fear of heights, mountain experience

• Plan the route carefully and adapt it to your own conditions as well as to the weather and season. Do not enter the via ferrata in case of thunderstorm risk.
• Use complete and standard-compliant equipment.
• Assess your own ability well.
• The via ferrata can also be done with a mountain guide.
• Keep a sufficient distance from other users.
• Rappelling spot is to be used only with a mountain guide.

Note: Pay attention to the weather. A thunderstorm in a via ferrata with metal elements becomes a deadly danger.
For status inquiries, you can contact the Zermatters directly: +41 (0)27 966 24 66