Plattjen, Saas-Fee

Via Ferrata Mittaghorn

K311 Sept – 11 Sept
Duration
5 h 45 min
Ascent
+992 m
Descent −992 m
Length
8.9 km
Highest point
3'142 m a.s.l.
Approach1 h
Via ferrata1 h 45 min
Return3 h
Season11 Sept – 11 Sept

The Mittaghorn via ferrata is a high alpine ridge route that climbs to the summit of Mittaghorn above Saas-Fee. It is described as panoramic and, despite the exposed setting, suitable for experienced beginners looking for a long but straightforward mountain day. The route starts after an approach from the Morenia area and follows the northwest ridge over rocky terrain to the summit cross, with wide views toward the Saas and Rhône valleys and the surrounding four-thousand-metre peaks. The descent is longer and needs steady route-finding, especially in the steep east-facing section.

Nearby

Public transport

  • PlattjenLift stationon the route
  • Saas-Fee Mast 4Lift station199 m away
  • Saas-Fee Mast 4Lift station219 m away

Inns

  • Bergrestaurant Plattjen Terminus2'568 m a.s.l.13 m away
  • Vernissage Berghaus Plattjen2'409 m a.s.l.20 m away

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