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Via Ferrata Britannia
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/ Route am Hinner AllalinPhoto: Saastal Tourismus AG -
/ Auf dem KlettersteigPhoto: Saastal Tourismus AG
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/ Blick hinunter zur BritanniahüttePhoto: Saastal Tourismus AG
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/ Aussicht auf den MattmarkseePhoto: Saastal Tourismus AG
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/ Es geht nach obenPhoto: Saastal Tourismus AG
The trail to the start leads from the Britannia Hut in the direction of the Glaciertrail/Mattmark. The first challenge starts right at the start, where it goes up on the rock and over individual climbing aids to an easier traverse in the rock. With a view of the Britannia Hut, the track then climbs again and doesn't get boring. After about two thirds of the via ferrata, the rock forms a small "plain" that invites you to take a breather. After this "plain ", the track leads through the most spectacular part to the ridge of the Hinner Allalin. Here the spectacular view opens up on all sides.
The blue-white-marked descent goes down to the Hohlaub glacier and back to the Britannia Hut. There may be snowfields in some places at any time.
Author’s recommendation
Safety information
- Pay attention to the weather conditions.
- Plan enough time.
- Check with the mountain guide offices about any special features and take a guide if you have no experience in via ferrata.
Tips and hints
Saastal Tourismus AGObere Dorfstrasse 2
3906 Saas-Fee
Phone: +41 (0)27 958 18 58
E-Mail: info@saas-fee.ch
www.saas-fee.ch
Britannia Hütte SAC
CH- 3906 Saas-Fee
Phone: +41 (0) 27 957 22 88
E-Mail: info@britannia.ch
www.britannia.ch
All information about the via ferratas in the Saas-Fee/Saastal: www.saas-fee.ch/klettersteige or www.klettersteig.ch
Start
Destination
Turn-by-turn directions
From the Britannia Hut to the entrance, via the via ferrata up to the ridge of the Mittel Allalin and back to the Britannia Hut.
Note
Public transport
Take the SBB to Visp and change there to the post bus in the direction of Saas-Fee (bus 511). From the Busterminal, walk to the AlpinExpress or Felskinn cable cars and ride to the Felskinn station. From here you hike to the Britannia Hut.Getting there
Saas-Fee/Saas Valley can easily be reached by car from all directions, whether from Switzerland or abroad. From the north you can reach us via Bern via the Lötschberg car transport. From the east you come over the Furka Pass or the Furka car transport. From the south you can reach us via the Simplon Pass or Simplon car transport and from the west you drive via Lausanne along the Rhône valley to Visp and from there towards Saas-Fee.From Visp, drive south in the direction of Saas-Fee. At the "Killerhof" roundabout after Stalden, take the second exit towards Saas-Fee. In Saas-Grund, turn right after the church in the direction to Saas-Fee.
Parking
You will find parking spaces in the car park directly at the entrance to Saas-Fee.Coordinates
Equipment
We recommend:- Via ferrata equipment
- Good footwear
- Outdoor clothing
- Weather-dependent clothing: always carry a waterproof jacket with you
- Headgear
- Sun protection
- Tea/water bottle
- Binoculars (optional)
- Photo camera
- Hiking poles (optional)
- Map/ printout of the trail (click on "Print" to download)
- First Aid Kit
Basic Equipment for Via Ferratas
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Hiking socks
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
- Sunglasses
- Hiking poles
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Blister kit
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
Technical Equipment for Via Ferratas
- Via ferrata set
- Climbing harness
- Climbing helmet
- Via ferrata or hard-wearing safety gloves
- Positioning lanyard / personal anchor system with screwgate carabiners for resting
- Via ferrata belay kit if required (when accompanying beginners and / or children)
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
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