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Guided via ferrata de Curalla

Via ferrata excursion with an experienced and qualified guide

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Chamonix
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Discover the Alps from a unique and exhilarating vantage point.

Via feratta is an exciting, but safe way to discover the alpine environment. In the hands of an experienced guide, traverse one of the Chamonix Valley's high mountain passes, with Mont Blanc as your backdrop.

Italian for "iron path", climb peg ladders and cross cable bridges and beams while safely clipped into the steel cable running alongside the entire route.

The via ferrata de Curalla is located in Passy, providing good acclimatisation to heights, whilst being entertaining and physical, allowing you to become familiar with the safety equipment required.

Level required : A little climbing or Via ferrata experience is recommended. 
Timing : depending on your level - approx 20 min walk to the start, 1h30-2h via ferrata, 45 min walkout
Meeting point : Curalla car park at the entrance of Plateau d'Assy (transfer can be organised from Chamonix)

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