Overview
Grade: A/B
Total time: 40 mins
Climbing time: 15 mins
Approach time: 10 mins
Exit time: 15 mins
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Length: 150m
Total elevation: 60m
Altitude: 1,070m
The Familien Klettersteig Kleinarl truly lives up to its name, offering a fantastic introduction to the world of via ferratas, perfectly suited for a family-friendly adventure. Graded A/B, it's considered easy to moderately difficult, making it ideal for beginners, children, and anyone looking for a relaxed yet engaging outdoor experience.
Located in the picturesque surroundings of Kleinarl, Austria, the Klettersteig boasts stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The route is exceptionally well-secured with continuous steel cables, stable footpegs, and occasional ladders, ensuring a high level of safety and confidence, even for first-timers. The ascent isn't overly strenuous, featuring gentle traverses mixed with short, slightly steeper sections that provide just enough challenge without being intimidating. It's a wonderful opportunity for children to learn basic climbing techniques in a safe environment.
Expect to spend around 1-2 hours on the Klettersteig itself, depending on your group's pace. The overall experience, including the approach and descent, can comfortably fill a half-day outing. The return path is typically a comfortable hiking trail, bringing you back to the starting point or a nearby accessible area, allowing for a pleasant cool-down after the climb.
This Klettersteig is highly recommended for families looking to share an active outdoor experience, enjoy breathtaking alpine scenery, and build confidence on secured climbing routes.