Swiss Via Ferrata in early May

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A traveler named Ksav7561 is planning a trip to Switzerland from April 30 to May 9 and wants to know if any via ferrata hikes will be available during that time. They are looking for information on the accessibility of these hikes.

Key takeaways:
  • Most via ferrata hikes will likely be inaccessible in early May due to seasonal conditions.
  • The climbing season for many via ferrata routes, such as the one in Mürren, typically starts in June.
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  • Anna
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    Reply 1 of 1 • 7 March 2020 at 19:54:00 #931256

    Hi Ksav7561,

    I think most of the via ferrata hikes would still be inaccessible in April and early May. For instance for the Via Ferrata in Mürren, the climbing season only starts in June.

    Please have a look at this for more information about hiking in Switzerland: http://www.myswissalps.com/hiking

    And this link may be useful too: http://www.myswitzerland.com/en-ch/experiences/summer-autumn/adventure-sports-summer/mountain-sport-adventure/via-ferrata-and-rope-parks-search/viaferrata/

    Regards,

    Anna

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