--- title: "Gabi Via Ferrata" url: "https://www.brig-simplon.ch/en/tour/gabi-via-ferrata" description: "The adventure begins at the gravel pit entrance of Gabi. Over the three-rope bridge, you reach the main rock, which first passes over the road tunnel and then continues horizontally in a natural gallery to the first emergency exit above the forest. There, the vertical ascent of over 180 meters starts. The entire \"Gabi Simplon\" via ferrata is 750 m long and has 250 meters of elevation gain. From the start back to Gabi, it takes about 2.5 hours. Via ferrata sets can be rented at the Arnold Bakery in Simplon Village for 25 CHF per half day. The via ferrata is free to use; donations are welcome. More information" language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2834511/309c1e4189fc7dfb19a54c63571db6d4c98de7c48e15fc614d73fb935f870965/klettersteig-gabi-via-ferrata-gabi.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Brig-Simplon > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Gabi Via Ferrata ================ - 375 m long - Difficulty: medium - Condition: medium - Via ferrata Klettersteig Gabi / Via Ferrata Gabi Klettersteig Gabi / Via Ferrata Gabi Klettersteig Gabi / Via Ferrata Gabi Klettersteig Gabi / Via Ferrata Gabi Klettersteig Gabi / Via Ferrata Gabi Klettersteig Gabi / Via Ferrata Gabi Klettersteig Gabi / Via Ferrata Gabi Klettersteig Gabi / Via Ferrata Gabi Klettersteig Gabi / Via Ferrata Gabi Klettersteig Gabi - 2:30 h - 375 m - 222 m - 1,205 m - 1,427 m - Difficulty: medium - - Start: Gabi, post bus stop - Destination: Gabi, post bus stop The Gabi Via Ferrata is located below Simplon Village in the Gondo Gorge. The short but sporty via ferrata is rated with difficulty T3-T4. The adventure begins at the gravel pit entrance of Gabi. Over the three-rope bridge, you reach the main rock, which first passes over the road tunnel and then continues horizontally in a natural gallery to the first emergency exit above the forest. There, the vertical ascent of over 180 meters starts. The entire "Gabi Simplon" via ferrata is 750 m long and has 250 meters of elevation gain. From the start back to Gabi, it takes about 2.5 hours. Via ferrata sets can be rented at the Arnold Bakery in Simplon Village for 25 CHF per half day. The via ferrata is free to use; donations are welcome. Read more Brig Simplon Tourismus AG Good to know ------------ Pavements Unknown (9%) Trail (15%) Via ferrata (76%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Gabi - Via Ferrata - Fleschä - Gabi Read more Equipment Weather-appropriate equipment is indispensable. Good, sturdy mountain boots are urgently required for the via ferrata. Climbing skills and the necessary equipment are prerequisites. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**By post bus or private vehicle to Gabi. Read more **Parking**Parking is available in Gabi. Read more **Public transportation**You can easily reach Gabi by post bus from Brig or Iselle. Read more Additional information More information at Read more Literature Information is available at the tourist office in Simplon Village. Read more Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Combine the via ferrata experience with a visit to Simplon Village. This charming village with an Italian flair invites you to linger. Read more Safety guidelines Use of the via ferrata is at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the climber. Ascending the route is at your own risk. In case of accidents, any liability is rejected by the Gabi Simplon Via Ferrata association. Read more Map Hiking maps are available at the Simplon and Brig tourist offices. Read more Contact 3907 Simplon Download GPX file - - - -