Description
The Roc de la Tovière via ferrata offers a progressive climb in three sections, allowing each person to choose how far to go based on their level and motivation. From the edge of the forest to the panoramic summit, it crosses suspension bridges, rock walls and airy ridges with breathtaking views over Val d’Isère.
Each section has an exit option: the first is accessible to sporty families, the second intensifies with technical traverses, and the third is for the most experienced, with steep sections and a challenging return.
Allow 3 hours for the full itinerary.
Keep your harness on—it may be needed on the descent. Mountain shoes are essential.
Via ferrata description
- 1st section D (Not Very Difficult/Difficult):
A short wall, an ascending traverse, a footbridge and a pillar. Exit possible in 20 min through the forest.
- 2nd section TD (Very Difficult):
Aerial traverse, trail, footbridge, 30 m athletic section, suspension bridge and a series of small walls. Intermediate exit, return in 40 min.
- 3rd section ED (Extremely Difficult):
Large 40 m footbridge, “Lizard Slab” pillar, exit via the “Hanging Garden”. Steep and technical return to La Daille.
Technical details
- Difficulty: progressive (easy to very athletic)
- Total length: 1400 m
- Total elevation gain: approx. 450 m
- Maximum altitude: 2360 m
- Duration: 3 h (full itinerary)
- Approach time: 5 minutes
- Return time: 20 to 40 minutes depending on the exit
- Orientation: south / southeast
- Exposure: high, many traverses and aerial bridges
- Rock type: limestone
- Equipment: secured (cables, footbridges, rungs)
- Recommended for: sporty climbers, adults, motivated teens; exit options based on level
