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Gorge-Alpine

The adventure tour takes you through the gorge between Saas-Fee and Saas-Grund. Using Zip Line, rope bridges, ladders and ropes to traverse the Fee Gorge. Imagine canyoning without water!

  • Difficulty

    medium, B/C

    Difficulty : medium
    B Steeper rocky terrain with exposed passages. Safety elements include cables, chains, iron rungs and ladders. A sure foot and a good head for heights required, as well as good physical condition and strength in arms and legs. Via ferrata equipment recommended
    C Steep to very steep rocky terrain with many/long exposed passages. Safety elements include cables, iron rungs, pegs and longer or overhanging ladders. A sure foot and a good head for heights required, as well as good physical condition and sufficient strength in arms and legs. Via ferrata equipment necessary, along with safety ropes for people with little experience

  • Length

    4 km

  • Duration

    3:45 h

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The Fee Gorge between Saas-Fee and Saas-Grund was equipped as a special adventure parcours. Highlights of the trip are the exciting cable pulleys and the swinging gait. After the end of the tour you reach Saas-Grund in a short walk. Can only be undertaken with a mountain guide!

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Gorge Alpine via ferrata in Saas-Fee

Gorge Alpine Gorge Experience. A gentle adventure in the deep gorge between Saas-Fee and Saas-Grund....
From 80 CHF
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The Gorge Alpine experience

This adventure is a real thrill! Three ropeways, pendulums and suspension bridges await you with the need to abseil down in some places. A fluttering stomach and weak knees are quickly forgotten at the sight of the incredible environment.

The varied via ferrata leads from Saas-Fee to Saas-Grund. For centuries, people only dared a cursory glance into the depths of the Gorge Alpine, Fee Gorge. Today you fish your way from wall to wall with the greatest of fun. The versatile gorge is crossed dry-footed on steel cables, iron pins, ladders, swinging suspension bridges and in an airy pendulum seat. Safe fun and thrills are not neglected. This is an action-packed adventure! Three ropeways, pendulums and suspension bridges await you. At some points you will also have to abseil down. A fluttering stomach and weak knees are soon forgotten at the sight of nature.

The coolest via ferrata in Switzerland

From 300 CHF
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The coolest via ferrata in Switzerland! A natural spectacle between rock, water, wind and air. The varied gorge via ferrata leads from Saas-Fee to Saas-Grund. For centuries, people only dared to gaze in awe at the depths of the Gorge Alpine. Today you shimmy from wall to wall with the greatest of fun. The versatile gorge is crossed dry-footed on steel ropes, iron pins, Nepalese ladders and swaying suspension bridges. Safe fun and some thrills are not missed out. Become an active holiday explorer with the mountain guides of Activedreams. We offer you a unique experience with lasting memories. Also suitable as a company event!

Mini via ferrata Gorge in Saas-Fee

Mini via ferrata Gorge in Saas-Fee
From 65 CHF
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Great cinema for young and old. Treat yourself to a view of the Gorge Alpine in Saas-Fee. This racy but rather short climb offers everything for newcomers and the highlight a 50m cable car experience.

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Turn-by-turn directions

From the bus station in Saas-Fee, it’s just a few minutes’ walk to the start of the via ferrata. The itinerary begins with a descent through the tower of the “La Gorge” restaurant, followed by a first zip wire and a wobbly suspension bridge. Throughout, you are accompanied by the thundering Feevispa River. Later on, you reach a high suspension bridge, 80 metres long. At the end of the route, you glide down another zip wire straight into a gaping cavern; you climb out again via a rope ladder. A path then leads to the small village of Unter den Bodmen, 10 minutes from Saas-Grund. From the campsite, climb the Chapel Trail (Kapellenweg) to return to Saas-Fee.

Start: Bus station Saas-Fee (1804 m)
Destination: Bus station Saas-Fee (1804 m)

Technical information

  • Altitude

    1804 m 1577 m

  • Ascent

    230 m

  • Descent

    236 m

  • Technique

    Bewertung: .0 von 5.0 Punkten

  • Stamina

    Bewertung: 3 .0 von 5.0 Punkten

  • Experience

    Bewertung: 5 von 5.0 Punkten

  • Landscape

    Bewertung: 4 .0 von 5.0 Punkten

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  • Geological highlights
  • Insider tip
  • Round trip
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Completely cable-secured

Public transport

Trains from whole Switzerland to Visp. From there (southern exit of the train station), take the busses running to Saas-Fee.

Approach

From Basel/Zurich: Motorway A1 until Bern, A6 until Spiez, towards Kandersteg; Car transport Kandersteg-Goppenstein; towards Gampel - Visp - Saas-Fee. From Geneva: Motorway A1 until Lausanne; towards Sion/Sierre - Leuk - Visp - Saas-Fee.

Parking

Saas-Fee is a car free destination. Use the parking at the entry of the village.

Equipment

All climbers must wear a harness. Because of the risk of falling rocks along the route, a helmet is also essential. Ensure you have sturdy footwear and appropriate clothing, and bring a small rucksack with water and a snack. A suitable pair of gloves will protect your fingers and knuckles from grazes.

Safety information

Weather conditions: before setting off to tackle a via ferrata, it is important to check the weather forecast. Bad conditions can make climbing dangerous – particularly in stormy weather.

Rockfalls: because of the risk of falling rocks – usually caused by climbers higher up or by animals – all climbers are strongly advised to wear a helmet.

Safety: always leave sufficient distance between yourself and the climber ahead. There should never be more than one person between two anchor points.

Additional information

Opened: can only be undertaken with a mountain guide. In summer the whole gorge is opened, in winter only the lower part of the gorge is accessible.

Rental: at the local sports shops

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Maps

SwissTopo Maps 1:25'000: 1329 Saas