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Via Ferrata Switzerland

<p>It wasn't so long ago that Switzerland was a blank spot in the via ferrata Eldorado. For a long time, people were rather skeptical about the construction of via ferratas. However, with the inauguration of the "T&auml;lli" in 1993, the first real via ferrata on the rugged southern precipices of the Gadmer Flue, the "ferrata virus" has also taken hold in Switzerland.</p> <p>The majority of via ferratas in Switzerland largely follow Alpine mountain routes. They offer a successful combination of walking, climbing and panoramic enjoyment. The routes themselves are - compared to the via ferratas in France - not quite as well secured, so you can still enjoy being in contact with the rock.</p> <p>The Rother via ferrata guide "Via ferratas Switzerland" describes all via ferratas in Switzerland as well as the most beautiful secured routes, including a 5-day tour. The routes are precisely described and provided with detailed maps. A precise difficulty rating makes it easier to make a quick selection, while clear tour information on starting points, altitude differences and walking times, requirements and support points help with planning and orientation.</p> <p>The spectrum of routes described is extremely varied and ranges from easy to very difficult: from action-packed gorge routes (Gorge Alpine in Saas-Fee, Gorner Gorge near Zermatt) to panoramic routes up a three-thousand-metre peak (Jegisteig) and from high alpine (Salbit-H&ouml;henweg) to sport-oriented (F&uuml;renwand via ferrata) or even hair-raisingly athletic (Via ferrata San Salvatore). The Bergsee, Fruttli, Gemmiwand, Farinetta and Obere Bielenl&uuml;cke via ferratas are brand new. The Bernese Oberland and Valais are the most heavily represented regions, but the Lucerne Alps have also developed into a via ferrata Mecca. For the fourth edition, "Klettersteige Schweiz" has been comprehensively updated and expanded.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>