The via ferrata „Ölberg“ in Afens in Pfitsch, with about 550 m climbing length, requires surefootedness and a head for heights. After the village Wiesen near the town of Sterzing, directly after the tunnel in the direction of the Pfitsch valley, there is a parking possibility.
Difficulty / Equipment
On the difficulty scale from A to E (from easy to extreme), the Ölberg via ferrata is at B / D, in the middle range. Here, a large part of the route can be assigned to the B range. Several variants offer the difficulty level D, while the easier options are at B / C. Thus, the Ölberg via ferrata is ideal for experienced via ferrata enthusiasts. For children who already have climbing experience, a minimum height of 1.30m is recommended.
Climbing length and duration
230 meters in altitude and 550m climbing length.
Ascent approx. 2 ¼ hours
- with descent to the starting point a total of approx. 3 hours
- With descent via Afens about 3 ¾ hours.
Starting point
From the parking lot after the tunnel next to the old Pfitscher road to the start of the via ferrata about 15 minutes walk.
Descent
Either via Afens or directly back to the starting point at the parking lot.
Recommended season
May, June, July, August, September, October
Contact
Stadtplatz 3
39049 Pfitsch Valley
info@sterzing.com
T +39 0472 765 325
