Overview
Grade: C
Total time: 3 hrs
Climbing time: 1 hour
Approach time: 1 hour
Exit time: 1 hour
Length: 325m
Total elevation: 200m
Altitude: 2,488m
The Vía ferrata Bony d'Envalira, graded C, offers an exhilarating climbing experience in the stunning Pyrenees, near the Envalira Pass, often associated with Pas de la Casa. This route is considered moderately difficult, making it accessible to those with some prior via ferrata experience or good physical condition and a head for heights. The ascent involves a series of well-secured iron rungs, ladders, and steel cables, guiding you up exposed rock faces. Climbers are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountainous landscape, often stretching towards Andorra and France. The exposure is significant at times, adding to the thrill, but the route is meticulously maintained, ensuring safety. The climb culminates in a fantastic viewpoint, after which a marked, often scenic, descent path leads you back to the start. Bony d'Envalira is highly recommended for its impressive views and the satisfying challenge it presents.
