A via ferrata suspension bridge above a green mountain valley.

All Swiss via ferratas

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Wengen, Grindelwald

Via Ferrata Eiger-Rotstock

Open
K2moderately easy
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The Eiger-Rotstock via ferrata is a short but atmospheric line on the edge of the Eiger North Face. It mixes modern security with an older mountain path, so the route feels varied rather than purely athletic. The crux comes right at the start, and the descent on slabby terrain can also ask for care, especially when the rock is wet or glazed with snow. Rockfall is possible in the Eiger area, so stable weather and surefootedness matter more than brute strength. From the approach on the Eiger Trail, the route climbs in about 1¼ hours, with the whole outing taking roughly 2¾ hours. It is best suited to experienced via ferrata climbers and confident, exposure-proof mountain hikers with the right equipment.
Getting There
00:45 h
On The Wall
01:15 h
Getting Back
00:45 h
Total Duration
02:45 h

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Elevation profile

Length
3.9 km
Ascent
799 m
Descent
476 m

Via Ferratas in this area

Via Ferrata Eiger-Rotstock

Open
K2moderately easy
02:45 h

Weather

    1. sunny 11.1°C
    2. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 12.2°C
    3. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 12.8°C
    4. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 12.8°C

    1. sunny 13°C
    2. sunny 14.8°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 16.1°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 16.6°C

    1. mostly sunny, some clouds 15°C
    2. mostly sunny, some clouds 16.2°C
    3. sunny intervals, chance of thunderstorms 16.7°C
    4. sunny intervals, chance of thunderstorms 16.6°C

    1. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 13.4°C
    2. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 14.9°C
    3. sunny intervals, chance of thunderstorms 15.4°C
    4. overcast, slightly stormy 15.3°C

    1. sunny 13.4°C
    2. sunny 15.2°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 16.3°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 16.2°C

    1. sunny 13.6°C
    2. sunny 15.5°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 16.5°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 16.3°C

    1. sunny 13.8°C
    2. sunny 15.5°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 16.5°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 16.3°C

    1. sunny 13.5°C
    2. mostly sunny, some clouds 14.7°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 15.3°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 15.2°C
Forecast updated: 06.08.2026 17:48
Source: MeteoSwiss