Overview
Grade: E/F
Total time: 40 mins
Climbing time: 20 mins
Approach time: 5 mins
Exit time: 15 mins
Length: 45m
Total elevation: 45m
Altitude: 159m
Conquering the 'Costica Steig,' graded E/F, is an undertaking reserved for experienced and highly capable via ferrata enthusiasts. This isn't just a climb; it's an extreme test of physical strength, endurance, and mental fortitude. The E/F rating signifies relentlessly steep and exposed sections, often involving sheer rock faces equipped with minimal artificial aids, such as small pegs, thin steel cables, and demanding rope ladders that stretch for significant vertical distances. Negotiating the 'Costica Steig' requires not only powerful arms and legs but also an absolute head for heights and an unwavering focus. Every move must be precise, and the exposure is constant, offering breathtaking but dizzying views. Proper via ferrata equipment – helmet, harness, shock-absorbing lanyards, and gloves – is non-negotiable. It's a grueling ascent, but the sense of accomplishment and the panoramic vistas from the top are an unparalleled reward for those daring enough to face its challenges.
