Difficulty
K4
Very difficult via ferrata
K4
Location TBC
Klettersteig Leukerbad Daubenhorn (short variant)
Klettersteig Leukerbad Daubenhorn (short variant) is a K4 via ferrata in Location TBC. Plan route status, GPX, weather, transport, and sources on VFOS.
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Current status
Unknown
No reliable current status yet
Checked 5 h ago
websiteOfficial source
Total time
TBC
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
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Last lift down
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Approach / VF / Descent
Segment timings and vertical stats from the current VFOS dataset.
Total: 2 h 50 min
Approach
Access- Duration
- 20 min
- Distance
- TBC
- Ascent
- TBC
- Descent
- TBC
- Elevation
- TBC
From the cable car station (2346 m) down to Gemmipass; from here descend left on an old path down to the Lower Schmitte, where a large information board stands (about 2060 m, 20 min.).
Via ferrata
K4-K5- Duration
- TBC
- Distance
- TBC
- Ascent
- TBC
- Descent
- TBC
- Elevation
- TBC
Follow the clear trail across the meadow to the foot of the rock, then cross a wild rock basin to the first steel cables. Follow some narrow bands around the "nose" with thrilling views of the first steep section. Here the route shows its class: in very steep terrain, up close and personal, work your way up to the Lerch (about 2190 m), a grassy pulpit in the wall. Two short, but airy traverses, with some pull-ups in between, and you'll be in front of the first large ladder sequence: a total of 76 metres high. These spectacular ladders make for a real adrenaline rush; leading above the large Swiss Cross (visible from Leukerbad) to a striking shoulder on the Upper Gemsfreiheit (2345 m, 2 hrs. 20 min.). Now head left beneath the cliffs over to where the 'Small' and 'Large' ferrata split.
Descent
Exit- Duration
- 2 h 30 min
- Distance
- TBC
- Ascent
- 60 m
- Descent
- 1,030 m
- Elevation
- TBC
Follow the safety cable on a long, promising traverse to the sloping meadow of Mieläs (about 2350 m), then in zigzag, evading various rock steps (some cables), down into the grassy basin of Tysche (1832 m). Continue downhill, over the Pischürgraben to the huts of Fiess, then follow the Geissenweg back to Leukerbad (5½ hours from Gemmipass).
- Total duration
- 2 h 50 min
- Total distance
- TBC
- Total ascent
- TBC
- 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.
Transport
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Last lift down
Check operator
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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
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Route description
Klettersteig Leukerbad Daubenhorn (short variant) is a K4 via ferrata in Location TBC. 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
- websiteOfficial
https://www.viaferrata-leukerbad.ch/klettersteig-daubenhorn
Last scraped: 4 Jun 2026 · Source used for attribution and factual cross-checking; canonical VFOS text is paraphrased separately.
- SAC-CAS route: Leukerbad / Daubenhorn via ferrata (small version)Reference
https://www.sac-cas.ch/en/huts-and-tours/sac-route-portal/daubenhorn-486/via-ferrata/leukerbad-daubenhorn-via-ferrata-small-version-707/
Last scraped: 5 Jun 2026 · SAC-CAS route portal source used for route geometry and factual cross-checking; VFOS links back for attribution.
- way/232392511Reference
https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/232392511
Last scraped: 4 Jun 2026 · OpenStreetMap object reference used for coordinate/source provenance; data available under ODbL.
Field review
No contested fields are currently flagged.
At a glance
- Location
- Location TBC
- Elevation range
- TBC
- Season
- TBC
- Beginner-friendly
- No
- Car-free possible
- Unknown
Weather