Overview
Grade: C
Total time: 1 hour
Climbing time: 30 mins
Approach time: 10 mins
Exit time: 20 mins
Climbing Ferrata Dve veže, a grade C via ferrata, offers a unique and thrilling experience right in the heart of Trenčín, Slovakia. Unlike many mountain-based ferratas, Dve veže is an urban adventure, built directly on the rock face leading up towards the impressive Trenčín Castle. The 'C' grading indicates a moderately difficult climb. You can expect sections with significant exposure, requiring good arm strength and a steady nerve. The route features a series of steel cables for safety, robust ladders, and strategically placed foot pegs and handholds. As you ascend, the views become increasingly spectacular, offering panoramic vistas of the historic Trenčín Castle, the surrounding city, and the Váh river valley below. This ferrata is an excellent challenge for those with some prior via ferrata experience, or physically fit beginners who are comfortable with heights. It's not a walk in the park, but it's incredibly rewarding. The sensation of scaling the rock face with the ancient castle towering above and the bustling city stretching out beneath is truly unforgettable. After reaching the top, the return path is typically a marked hiking trail, leading you safely back down to the starting point, allowing you to reflect on the exciting ascent.
