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Via ferrata del Peco is a short and simple trail, ideal for introducing children and inexperienced first-timers to this sport. It has been rated a K1/F difficulty as it isn’t very steep and there are plenty of steel rungs and natural placements to use your hands and feet on.
One thing to note is that although the steel cable is in good condition, it is a bit thin compared to more difficult via ferratas and is attached to bolted anchor plates. This is fine for children or smaller-framed people but not really what you would want protecting a full-sized adult in the case of a hard fall.
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Put this file into your GPS device, navigation app or smartwatch to follow our track.
Get detailed step-by-step directions. Scan the QR code with your smartphone to follow our trail in the Wikiloc app and give us a follow while you’re at it!
Alltrails users, scan this QR code with your smartphone to follow this route on the AllTrails app. Also, give us a follow!
Download this PDF map of the area and print (A3 scale) or save it to your smartphone.
This route presents an easy blend of light excitement and scenic beauty, allowing climbers to navigate short vertical sections with a variety of obstacles as well as an opportunity to practice rappelling.
About halfway up, you’ll see the option to move horizontally towards the left or the right and then back around to the main vertical section of the trail. It is a bit strange, but for more experienced climbers, this may be a good spot to take photos of the other climbers if you wish to do so. The final stretch before the end is equipped with a few artificial holds such as what you find in climbing gyms.
Once at the top, you can rappel (25m) or walk down, following a path that circles the mountain. Taking the return path takes about 50 minutes walking to get back down. We chose to rappel down and go back up a few times before hiking along the return path.
At the rappel/belay station, there is plenty of room to stand and set up your rappel. If you continue on a bit you will see another belay station that has been set on the rock wall. Here are some pertinent details about the rappel:
Alternatively, you can continue on at the top and follow the path back around to the parking area.
Overall, Via Ferrata del Peco is an easy route to climb and could be an excellent choice to introduce children or adult beginners to the concepts and techniques of via ferratas with little risk. It allows users to practice and build confidence in both ascent and rappel.
Despite its positive aspects, we feel that this via ferrata is probably not worth doing on its own, as it is quite short and doesn’t provide a real challenge for more experienced climbers. Fortunately, there are many paths and trails in and around the area that can be combined with this short via ferrata to make a full day outdoors.
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Are you ready to tackle the excitement of a via ferrata but don’t have your own gear? No problem! Renting via ferrata equipment from local shops is the perfect solution. Not only does it offer you the opportunity to experience the thrill without the commitment of buying expensive gear, but it also supports local businesses. Below, we’ve gathered a list of rental shops in the area where you can find quality gear. Click the links and let the adventure begin!
Are none of these close enough? Check out this post titled Where to Rent Mountain Sports Equipment in Spain where we’ve put together a list of all the equipment rental shops in Spain that we are aware of. Don’t let anything stop you!
Easy, good for children but I felt it was a bit too short. Thx for the maps and gpx files.
Response from Sherpacabras
Glad you had a chance to try it out, John!
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Warning: Mountain sports are inherently dangerous and a mistake can get you seriously hurt or worse! The information we post in this blog is only meant to be a guide, and should by no means be considered professional advice. If you lack the skills or are unsure about what you’re doing, hire a professional guiding service to teach you hands-on. We will do our best to provide links to trained professionals in the area wherever possible.
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