Via Ferrata Kandersteg - K4+


Details
Planning to do the K4+ Allmenalp via ferrata near Kandersteg.
Anyone else interested in joining?
Read the ferrata details carefully here:
https://www.allmenalp.ch/en/experience/climbing.html
This Via ferrata is a K4+ and is for experienced climbers, comfortable with heights and good stamina. There is a lot of exposure, with iron pegs on a vertical rock face, cable bridges and traverses over a waterfall.
Climbing times: ca. 3 hrs
excluding eating break, approach and descent.
My plan is to go back down with the cable car after stopping for refreshments at the resturant at the top; nonetheless bring enough snacks for your needs, it's a long way up. ;-)
Please familiarise yourself with the info provided in the official website.
Meeting point: on the train or at Kandersteg Train station at 10:40
Train connection for those coming from Zurich:
08:32 - 09:28 Zurich HB - Bern
09:39 - 10:40 Bern - Kandersteg
Kandersteg - Allmenalp talstation: 20 mins walk
Return to Zurich (depending on finish time)
xx:14 - xx:22 Kandersteg - Bern
xx:31 - xx:28 Bern - Zurich HB
Quick checklist:
- via ferrata gear (helmet, harness, set)
- proper mountain footwear
- layered clothing
- enough water and snacks for the day ( note that the restaurant at the top may be closed)
- sunscreen and protection
- good vibes :)
I will create a whatsapp group to facilitate communication on the day;
don't rely on MeetUp to send messages, as I have found it unreliable and I may miss messages.
Should the weather turn not favourable, I will cancel the event.
Attention: note that this is not a guided tour, I'm not a mountain guide.
I am simply looking for people with similar interests and experience in the mentioned activity.
Participation is at your own risk! By joining you acknowledge that you are voluntarily participating, have made your own independent research and assessment and are fully aware of the inherent risks involved with this type of activity.

Via Ferrata Kandersteg - K4+