4 Vallées

Via Ferrata des Gentianes - Androsace

Duration

2 h 15 min

Ascent

+201 m

Descent −201 m

Length

1.4 km

Highest point

3'038 m a.s.l.

Approach20 min

Via ferrata1 h 15 min

Return40 min

Androsace is the more demanding of the two Gentianes via ferratas, set in a high alpine environment above 3,000 metres. The route is short but athletic, with a sustained red-grade character, exposed sections, cable bridges and a final ridge finish to the summit area. It is best suited to confident, sure-footed climbers who are comfortable with height and have enough strength for steeper, more open passages. The setting is spectacular, but the location is also serious: choose a stable weather window and treat the route as a true mountain outing.