Via ferrata Klamml via ferrata

Ellmau

1:15 h

110 hm

- Short, crisp via ferrata on the Wilder Kaiser - Exit possible before the D crux - Two-rope bridge as a highlight

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Short but tough via ferrata on the south side of the Wilder Kaiser. Located directly above the Klamml path, which connects the Gaudeamushütte and the Gruttenhütte (nearby). The ferrata is divided into two sections. The first, lower section with difficulty level C is relatively moderate. This is followed by a two-rope bridge over a deep abyss, which requires some courage. Then it is possible to exit and begin the second section in grade D. Very steep passages, only recommended if section 1 has been mastered well. The entire route requires surefootedness, stamina and a head for heights. Very well secured, but only a few footholds in places. Guided tours once or twice a week between May and October.

Information

Requirement: D
Duration: 0:45 h
Duration: 1:15 h
Elevation difference: 110 hm

Topography

Klamml via ferrata

Approach

Start at the Wochenbrunner Alm and take trail no. 812/822 following the signs to the Gaudeamushütte. Here you turn onto trail no. 813/824 heading towards the Gruttenhütte via Klamml and follow this till you reach the via ferrata.

Descent

There are 3 descent routes: from the Gruttenhütte on hiking trail no. 825 to the Wochenbrunner Alm; on the Gruttenweg trail 14a and then on trail no. 822 past the ‘Ellmauer Steinkreis’ (stone circle) to the Wochenbrunner Alm; and on the Klammlweg trail no. 813/824, a section of which runs directly below the via ferrata, to the Gaudeamushütte and then on trail no. 812/822 to the Wochenbrunner Alm.

Walking time descent

1:30 h

Best time of year

January
February
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May
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December

Route description

The Klamml via ferrata on the south side of the Wilder Kaiser mountain range is situated between the Gaudeamushütte and the Gruttenhütte mountain huts. The via ferrata is short but crunchy and consists of two sections: a lower section (difficulty level B/C); and an upper section (difficulty level D). It is possible to exit after the lower section. A spectacular two-rope bridge connects the two sections.

Notes on using via ferratas:

Climbing ist only allowed from bottom to the top!
Helmet, climbing harness and via ferrata set are obligatory!
Surefootedness, a good head for heights and good fitness levels are essential!
Avoid causing rock falls, which pose a danger to other hikers!
Only enter the upper section if you’ve coped with the lower one with no difficulty!
A maximum of 1 person on the two-rope bridge!
Leave the exit as soon as you’ve crossed!
Using the via ferrata is at your own risk!

TIP:
Thursdays (May-October) & Fridays (July-August) - guided tour with a state-certified mountain guide.
Inform yourself about details, dates and registration.

Getting here

Arrival by public transport
The free hikers’ bus runs daily in summer between the Ellmau Dorf/Bauhof bus stop the trailhead of the hike to the Wochenbrunner Alm Alpine hut. Passengers can change to/from the KaiserJet and regular buses at the Ellmau Dorf/Bauhof bus stop. More information at: www.wilderkaiser.info/mobility
Parking
Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m) - pay & display
Contact
Klettersteig Klamml

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