A via ferrata suspension bridge above a green mountain valley.

All Swiss via ferratas

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Schönried, Saanen, Gstaad

Via Ferrata Hornfluh Left

Open
K2moderate
Via Ferrata Hornfluh Left
Via Ferrata Hornfluh is a short, approachable route above Schönried and Saanenmöser that suits anyone looking for a compact mountain experience rather than a long athletic outing. It is described as a good option for learning climbing technique, with a route length of about 100 metres and a very brief approach from Hotel Hornberg. The route faces east and is rated K2, so it is not especially demanding, but it is not meant to be done on your own. The page notes that it is accessible only with a mountain guide and includes elements that require special equipment, such as a tyrolienne. In return, the tour offers open views across the Saanenland.
Getting There
00:10 h - 00:15 h
On The Wall
00:10 h - 00:15 h
Getting Back
00:10 h - 00:15 h
Total Duration
00:30 h - 00:45 h

Links

gstaad.ch

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Elevation profile

Length
1.9 km
Ascent
194 m
Descent
194 m
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Via Ferratas in this area

Via Ferrata Hornfluh Right

Closed
K2moderate
00:49 h - 00:50 h

Via Ferrata Hornfluh Left

Open
K2moderate
00:30 h - 00:45 h

Weather

    1. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 17°C
    2. overcast 18.2°C
    3. very cloudy, intermittent rain 18.1°C
    4. very cloudy, intermittent rain 16.9°C

    1. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 9.8°C
    2. mostly sunny, some clouds 12.5°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 14.2°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 14.5°C

    1. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 10.3°C
    2. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 12.7°C
    3. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 14.3°C
    4. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 14.3°C

    1. sunny 11.1°C
    2. sunny 14.4°C
    3. sunny 16.5°C
    4. sunny 16.8°C

    1. sunny 13.4°C
    2. sunny 16.7°C
    3. sunny 18.6°C
    4. high clouds 18.4°C

    1. high clouds 14.3°C
    2. sunny 17.2°C
    3. sunny 18.6°C
    4. sunny 17.8°C

    1. sunny 13.2°C
    2. sunny 16.5°C
    3. sunny 18.8°C
    4. sunny 18.8°C

    1. sunny 12.8°C
    2. sunny 15.7°C
    3. sunny 17.7°C
    4. sunny 17.9°C

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Forecast updated: 15.09.2026 23:12
Source: MeteoSwiss