Overview
Grade: B/C
Total time: 55 mins
Climbing time: 15 mins
Approach time: 20 mins
Exit time: 20 mins
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Length: 35m
Total elevation: 20m
Altitude: 717m
Climbing the Klettersteig auf dem Hackelstein, graded B/C, is a truly engaging experience nestled in the picturesque Waldviertel region. This via ferrata takes you up impressive granite formations through a beautiful forest setting. The B/C grading signifies a good mix of challenges: while many sections are moderately steep (B), providing good handholds and continuous wire rope, there are also more demanding parts (C) that require greater arm strength and precise footwork, with vertical to slightly overhanging sections and smaller rungs. The ascent is well-secured, utilizing robust steel cables, iron pins, and occasionally short ladders. As you climb, you're rewarded with increasingly stunning panoramic views over the rolling hills and dense forests of the Waldviertel. It’s an ideal route for those with some via ferrata experience or fit beginners looking for a bit more of a thrill beyond basic routes. The sense of achievement at the summit is immense, making it a highly recommended adventure for anyone visiting the region.
