Via ferrata Gabi

2:30 h
375 m
222 m
1,205 m
1,427 m
222 m
Start: Gabi, Postbus stop
Destination: Gabi, Postbus stop

The via ferrata Gabi is located below Simplon Dorf in the Gondo Gorge. The short but sporty via ferrata is classified with difficulty T3-T4.

The adventure begins when you enter the Gabi gravel pit. Over the three-rope footbridge you reach the main rock, which first leads over the road tunnel and then horizontally in a natural gallery to the first emergency exit over the forest. This is where the vertical ascent of over 180 metres begins. The entire via ferrata "Gabi Simplon" is 750 m long and has a height of 250 metres. From the start back to Gabi it takes about 2.5 hours.

Via ferrata sets can be hired at the Arnold bakery in Simplon village for CHF 25 per day.

Climbing the via ferrata is free of charge; a voluntary collection is welcome.

Brig Simplon Tourismus AG

Pavements

Unknown

Trail

Via ferrata

Best to visit

suitable

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Directions

Gabi - Klettersteig - Fleschä - Gabi

Equipment

Equipment adapted to the weather is indispensable. For the via ferrata, it is essential to wear good, sturdy climbing boots. Climbing skills and the necessary equipment are a prerequisite.

Directions & Parking facilities

By Postbus or private vehicle to Gabi.

Parking is available in Gabi.

You can reach Gabi easily by Postbus from Brig or Iselle.

Additional information

More information on www.simplon.ch

Literature

You can obtain information at the tourist office in Simplon Dorf.

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Combine the via ferrata experience with a visit to Simplon village. The pretty village in Italian flair invites you to linger.

Safety guidelines

The use of the via ferrata is at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the climber. Climbing the climb at your own risk. In the event of accidents, any liability on the part of the Verein Klettersteig Gabi Simplon will be rejected.

Map

Hiking maps are available from the Simplon and Brig Tourist Offices.

Event

Place of interest

Tours