Via Ferrata des Ammonites
Caire
Via Ferrata des Ammonites
All year round (except on weekends during the winter season through March 31)
Est - North-West
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Once you reach the summit, take a deep breath and take in the view: the Lure Mountain, the Céüse Massif, Grande Gautière, and Grand Vallon come together to create a magnificent panorama!
As an added bonus, you’ll have a direct view of the Grande Fistoire—so you can start planning your next hike!
As an added bonus, you’ll have a direct view of the Grande Fistoire—so you can start planning your next hike!
Description
This via ferrata offers a route designed for beginners, families, and children.
The highlight of this route: the continuous lifeline and safety systems on the vertical sections allow people weighing less than 40 kg to climb while being secured without needing to be roped up. In fact, the shock-absorbing lanyards traditionally used on via ferratas are not suitable for weights under 40 kg.
The route starts on the rock right in front of the via ferrata reception desk. The approach walk takes less than a minute! This is sure to delight the youngest visitors (and the not-so-young ones too?)!
A traverse leads you to the first bridge. Then two long vertical climbs take you to the next two footbridges.
After crossing “the slab of small steps,” you’ll make your way leisurely across terraces and ledges until you reach the final short vertical section. Take a break at the summit to admire the view.
From the summit, a narrow path winds down and leads you to the starting point of the 250-meter zip line.
The highlight of this route: the continuous lifeline and safety systems on the vertical sections allow people weighing less than 40 kg to climb while being secured without needing to be roped up. In fact, the shock-absorbing lanyards traditionally used on via ferratas are not suitable for weights under 40 kg.
The route starts on the rock right in front of the via ferrata reception desk. The approach walk takes less than a minute! This is sure to delight the youngest visitors (and the not-so-young ones too?)!
A traverse leads you to the first bridge. Then two long vertical climbs take you to the next two footbridges.
After crossing “the slab of small steps,” you’ll make your way leisurely across terraces and ledges until you reach the final short vertical section. Take a break at the summit to admire the view.
From the summit, a narrow path winds down and leads you to the starting point of the 250-meter zip line.
- Towns crossed : Caire
Recommandations
- WARNING! Requirements for this route: 7 years old and 1.30 m tall. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.
- Reservations are required for everyone at 04 92 68 40 39
- All information (route map, prices, list of guides, and much more) is available at viaferrata-alpes.com
- You may encounter guard dogs. Here are a few tips to ensure a peaceful encounter:
- IF I ENCOUNTER A GUARD DOG: WHAT SHOULD I DO?
Accessibility :
To reach the Via Ferrata in the town of La Motte-du-Caire (04250):
- From Aix-Marseille: Take the A51 highway, exit at Sisteron-Nord, then head toward La Motte-du-Caire (23 km away). Drive through the town to reach the village of Le Caire, located 4 km further north. The visitor center (pink building) and the Via Ferrata parking lot are located 1 km past the village on the right.
- From Gap or Barcelonnette: head to the Plaine de Théus intersection, halfway between Remollon and Espinasses. Follow signs for La Motte-du-Caire via Bréziers, Gigors, and then Faucon-du-Caire. The visitor center (pink) and the via ferrata parking lot are located 2 km past the village on the right.
- From Orpierre and Laragne: Take the Lazer road toward Monetier-Allemont. Cross the Durance River and head to the village of Claret. Continue to La Motte-du-Caire via Melve, then proceed to the village of Le Caire, located 4 km further north. The Via Ferrata parking lot is located 1 km past the village.
- From Aix-Marseille: Take the A51 highway, exit at Sisteron-Nord, then head toward La Motte-du-Caire (23 km away). Drive through the town to reach the village of Le Caire, located 4 km further north. The visitor center (pink building) and the Via Ferrata parking lot are located 1 km past the village on the right.
- From Gap or Barcelonnette: head to the Plaine de Théus intersection, halfway between Remollon and Espinasses. Follow signs for La Motte-du-Caire via Bréziers, Gigors, and then Faucon-du-Caire. The visitor center (pink) and the via ferrata parking lot are located 2 km past the village on the right.
- From Orpierre and Laragne: Take the Lazer road toward Monetier-Allemont. Cross the Durance River and head to the village of Claret. Continue to La Motte-du-Caire via Melve, then proceed to the village of Le Caire, located 4 km further north. The Via Ferrata parking lot is located 1 km past the village.
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