Via Ferrata Rochers de Naye or a hike, Montreux, Vaud, CH (1 993m)
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We are going for a via ferrata near Montreux (90-120 min. from Geneva by car). You can also hike up if you do not want to do the Via ferrata climb. For those who want to take it easy there is also a train which can take you up.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY TO THE END!
YOU WILL NEED VIA FERRATA EQUIPMENT and a head torch!!!
This via ferrata is NOT suitable for beginners.
The walk to the wall takes around 1 hour and the climb takes around 1.5 - 2 hours to reach the top and around 2 hours to descend.
You will need a head torch for the descent as we will be going through a cave.
This Via Ferrata is rated as ED (extremely difficult), but is not as hard as it sounds, I would rate it TD (très difficile).
You can arrange a car share on the WhatsApp link bellow. Please keep in mind that if you reserve a spot in the car, you are taking a space of another person who will not be able to attend as spaces are limited. Therefore bear in mind that cancelling one day before or on the day is not very considerate towards others. The trip is 108 km one way. That is 216 km and 3-4 hours drive. The cost of a car driving one km is around 0.50 - 0.70 CHF per km. If we take an average price 0.60 CHF the car journey will come to around 130 CHF. The cost should be shared between all the people sharing the ride including the driver.
Regarding equipment, you can hire harnesses, via ferrata lanyards and helmets at Cactus sports in Carouge
Or you can buy via Ferrara equipment in a sport shop or Decathlon
You will need the following:
*Via ferrata set (is two connected, energy-absorbing lanyards with two carabiners attached)
- Sling and Screw-Lock Carabiner (length: 60 cm, a Resting Sling makes it easy to rest at any moment, highly recommended)
*Climbing harness (is a must) - Helmet (bicycle one can be used)
*Gloves (not necessary, but it helps) - Hiking shoes or trainers with good grip
*Small light rucksack/backpack - Bottle of water
*Head torch
We set the time for 7:00 PM return, but it really all depends on how fast or slow we are. You should think of bringing a small "lunch", snacks, water and something to keep you warm in case the weather changes or if it is cooler at the top (which it often is)
For those who intend to join us directly at the via ferrata:
The easiest way to get there is to type into Google maps: "Restaurant le Manoïre, Col de Jaman"
Access:
By car: parking at Restaurant le Manoïre, Col de Jaman
By train: Montreux- Rochers de Naye, with the Golden Pass train http://www.goldenpass.ch/fr/
Approach: 30 minutes’ walk from Jaman station
50 minutes from the parking of Col of Jaman
We will be at the Col de Jaman car park at around 10:30 am. If you can't find us, give us a call or text/whatsapp on 078 656 8518 and let us know you are part of the meetup.
For those with a vehicle and would be happy to take passengers and for those looking for a ride, please let us know via the whatsapp group.