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Via ferrata of the Col de la Madeleine

Val-Cenis
Via ferrata from Col de la Madeleine to Val Cenis - G. Lansard - OTHMV
  • Via ferrata from Col de la Madeleine to Val Cenis - C.Brunet - OTHMV

Original via-cordata transformed into a fun and accessible via ferrata by adding a continuous lifeline. It is located on the old road that leads to the Madeleine pass, in the direction of Bessans. Level AD.

Description

It is a climbing route equipped with additional climbing aids and belaying elements.
Rope progression and knowledge of rope techniques are compulsory (length required: 25 to 30 m).
This is due to the sunny side of the valley, generally simple side passages with a few steep passages. Smooth on a trajectory above the road in the opposite direction.
Approach: 10 minutes
Via ferrata: 1h to 1h30
Return: 20 minutes

Equipment

  • Via ferrata

Environments

  • Mountain location

Rates

Free access.

Opening period

From 15/05 to 31/10 daily.

Subject to favorable weather.

Additional opening

  • Subject to favorable weather

Location

Animals

Pets allowed : No

Via ferrata of the Col de la Madeleine
Col de la Madeleine Lanslevillard 73480 Val-Cenis