Difficulty
K3-K4
Very difficult via ferrata
K3-K4
Valais Alps
Jegihorn-Klettersteig
Jegihorn-Klettersteig is a K3-K4 via ferrata in Valais Alps. Plan route status, GPX, weather, transport, and sources on VFOS.
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Current status
Open
Currently reported open
Checked 5 h ago
Total time
5 h 30 min
Approach + via ferrata + descent
First via ferrata check
Not marked as a first-route candidate
This route has features that may make it unsuitable for a first via ferrata: higher grade, exposure, sustained effort, route complexity, or incomplete safety data.
For a first route, use a , Via ferrata set glossary definition
Via ferrata setTwo lanyards with an energy absorber made for via ferrata.A certified VF set is designed to reduce force in a fall on fixed cables.Do not substitute slings or ordinary climbing quickdraws for a VF set.,
Harness glossary definition
HarnessA climbing harness that connects you to the VF set.Use a properly fitted climbing harness compatible with your VF set and body size., and go with a qualified guide, instructor, course, or an experienced
partner who understands the risks.
Helmet glossary definition
HelmetHead protection for rockfall and impacts.A climbing helmet is strongly recommended on via ferratas because other parties, loose rock, or slips can create impact hazards.
K4: More strenuous and exposed, with harder sections that normally require prior VF experience.
Equipment rental
Rental TBC
VFOS has not linked a rental source for this route yet.
Last lift down
Check Valais Alps timetable
Approach / VF / Descent
Segment timings and vertical stats from the current VFOS dataset.
Total: 3 h 8 min
Approach
Access- Duration
- 1 h 30 min
- Distance
- TBC
- Ascent
- 480 m
- Descent
- 40 m
- Elevation
- TBC
Via ferrata
K4- Duration
- 2 h 45 min
- Distance
- 900 m
- Ascent
- 450 m
- Descent
- TBC
- Elevation
- 2,855 m
Steel cables lead around a rock bluff and over staggered terrain to the base of a prominent groove. Continue the gradually steepening ascent (caution not to kick loose stones down!), then enter the main rock face. Climb the wall (cables, iron bars, ladders) nearly vertically and reach a shoulder. Cross another ladder to reach the subsidiary peak (3150 m). Now bear left onto a ledge and make a short descent to the start point of the large three-cable bridge. Cross the bridge to reach a steep climbing section (use the bolted-on stones for your feet!) which brings you back to the bypass. The bypass leads over exposed terrain past the western subsidiary summit and down into a saddle (3093 m) right below the Jegihorn. Continue, mostly just left of the ridge over to the final summit tower. On solid rock, climb up the progressively steeper and more exposed summit tower, with one section bringing you directly next to the edge of the ridge (Iron bolts). Eventually, the steepness eases and you can trundle over the last rocky steps to the spacious main summit (3206 m).
Descent
Exit- Duration
- 1 h 30 min-1 h 45 min
- Distance
- TBC
- Ascent
- 530 m
- Descent
- 530 m
- Elevation
- TBC
Descend the normal route to the footpath junction at P 2738. Continue on the path, then bear right and follow the Triftbach-stream down to Kreuzboden, or traverse over to the Weissmieshütte.
- Total duration
- 3 h 8 min
- Total distance
- 900 m
- Total ascent
- 450 m
- Total descent
- TBC
Escape points
No escape point details are recorded yet.
Route map
Download GPXZoomable topographic map showing available approach, via ferrata, descent, start, finish, and parking geometry. The Download GPX link near the route map heading provides the same route geometry as a file.
Annotated route info/map available from bergsteigen.com.
Transport
Plan around the trailhead, parking, and public transport links.
Last lift down
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Route feel
VFOS editorial ratings on a 1-5 scale.
Variety
How much the route changes in movement and terrain.
TBC TBC
Complexity
Route-finding and technical problem-solving beyond pure grade.
TBC TBC
Beauty
Scenery, setting, and overall aesthetic quality.
TBC TBC
Exposure
Airiness and exposure independent of technical difficulty.
TBC TBC
Sustained effort
How continuous or relentless the physical effort feels.
TBC TBC
Crux tags
No crux tags are recorded yet.
Route description
Jegihorn-Klettersteig is a K3-K4 via ferrata in Valais Alps. Plan route status, GPX, weather, transport, and sources on VFOS.
Safety notes
Check current local information before setting off.
Emergency
In Switzerland, call Rega on 1414 for mountain rescue. European emergency number: 112.
Mobile signal
Cell coverage can be patchy in gorges, valleys, and behind ridges. Download route notes and tell someone your plan.
Storms
This route is flagged as exposed or high-grade; avoid thunderstorms, wet cables, and fast-changing alpine weather.
Sources & data Attribution, source priority, and field-review status for this route.
Referenced sources
- ferrataguide:382Reference
https://ferrataguide.com/ferrata/Jegihorn-Klettersteig
Last scraped: 4 Jun 2026 · Source used for attribution and factual cross-checking; canonical VFOS text is paraphrased separately.
- SAC-CAS route: panorama Jegihorn via ferrataReference
https://www.sac-cas.ch/en/huts-and-tours/sac-route-portal/jegihorn-saas-grund-7799/via-ferrata/panorama-jegihorn-via-ferrata-728/
Last scraped: 5 Jun 2026 · SAC-CAS route portal source used for route geometry and factual cross-checking; VFOS links back for attribution.
Field review
No contested fields are currently flagged.
At a glance
- Location
- Valais Alps
- Elevation range
- 2,855 m
- Season
- TBC
- Beginner-friendly
- No
- Car-free possible
- Unknown
Weather