Overview
Grade: C
Total time: 2 hrs
Climbing time: 1 hour
Approach time: 30 mins
Exit time: 45 mins
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Length: 145m
Total elevation: 110m
Altitude: 685m
Climbing the Via Ferrata La Mina, graded C, was a truly memorable adventure. The journey began with checking our essential gear: harness, helmet, lanyards, and gloves. A quick safety briefing reinforced the importance of proper technique and staying clipped in.
The ascent itself was exhilarating. Grade C meant a good mix of vertical sections, using sturdy iron rungs and ladders, interspersed with traverses along exposed rock faces. The continuous cable provided a constant sense of security, allowing us to focus on the breathtaking views that unfolded with every meter gained. We navigated a few short bridges and felt the exposure, but the well-placed holds made the climb manageable and incredibly rewarding. The physical exertion was certainly there, especially on the longer ladders, but the adrenaline kept us going.
Reaching the summit was a moment of pure triumph. The panoramic vistas were spectacular, a just reward for our efforts. The return journey from Via Ferrata La Mina was typically a well-marked walking path, offering a different perspective of the landscape we had just conquered. It was a more relaxed descent, allowing for reflection on the exhilarating climb. Though our legs were a bit tired, the sense of accomplishment lingered. It was a perfect end to a thrilling mountain experience, leaving us eager for the next via ferrata.