Overview
Grade: B/C
Total time: 20 mins
Climbing time: 10 mins
Approach time: 5 mins
Exit time: 5 mins
Length: 95m
Total elevation: 5m
Altitude: 151m
Climbing the "Tanösvény" (Tata) route, graded B/C, offers an engaging and accessible via ferrata experience in Tata, Hungary. This route is not a traditional free climb but rather a protected climbing path, utilizing fixed steel cables, ladders, and various holds to aid ascent. The B/C grading indicates a moderately difficult route; it's suitable for active beginners with some prior experience or those comfortable with heights and exposure. While not overly strenuous, it requires sure-footedness and a good head for heights, especially on sections with vertical ladders or traversing ledges. Climbers are secured by clipping into the steel cables with a via ferrata set. The path winds through interesting rock formations, offering scenic views of the surrounding landscape, including possibly Lake Öreg. It's an excellent opportunity to experience secured climbing in a beautiful natural setting, making it a popular choice for adventurers looking for a challenge beyond hiking but not quite a technical rock climb. Essential equipment includes a helmet, climbing harness, and a certified via ferrata lanyards.
