Difficulty
K2
Moderate via ferrata
Fidaz, GR
Image: Daniel Anker
Difficulty
K2
Moderate via ferrata
Current status
The latest source indicates this route is open
Checked 14 h ago
Total time
4 h 15 min
Approach + via ferrata + descent
The Pinut via ferrata climbs the 500 m high south face of the Flimserstein above Fidaz, following a historic route first built in 1907 and restored in 2007. Graded K2, it is a moderately difficult but well-secured route notable for its 27 ladders, a natural rock tunnel, and striking exposure in its lower section. The full outing, including approach and descent, takes about five hours.
Zoomable 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.
Segment timings and vertical stats from the current VFOS dataset.
From the Fidaz bus stop (1189 m), follow the blue via ferrata signs on a clear forest path up to the base of the cliff at about 1390 m, roughly half an hour.
The route begins with a series of iron ladders climbing straight up the rock face, leading to a well-anchored but exposed bridge crossing into a corner beneath a freestanding rock tower. Further ladders lead out of a lower grotto to a 20 m natural tunnel, where a hidden hole in the floor - covered by an old ladder - offers a dizzying view down. Beyond the tunnel's historic door, now fixed open, a ledge connects to more ladders rising to the Pinutwiese meadow. A zigzag path then leads to a second rock band with additional ladders and cables, continuing up through the Pardatsch slopes before a final, shorter cliff section brings you onto the open pastures of the Flimserstein.
From the top of the ferrata, climb briefly to point 2054 m, then descend a steep zigzag path past Tegia Gronda (2019 m) to Berghaus Bargis (1549 m) and the road head. From there, follow the road or marked footpath back down to Fidaz, about 45 minutes in total.
No escape point details are recorded yet.
Typical published season
Guided-tour dates are not treated as the route's operating season.
VFOS editorial ratings on a 1-5 scale.
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No crux tags are recorded yet.
Source ratings on the SAC-CAS 1-4 scale.




Plan around the trailhead, parking, and public transport links.
Last lift down
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Check current local information before setting off.
In Switzerland, call Rega on 1414 for mountain rescue. European emergency number: 112.
Cell coverage can be patchy in gorges, valleys, and behind ridges. Download route notes and tell someone your plan.
Avoid thunderstorms and wet rock. Via ferrata cables can become hazardous quickly in poor weather.
https://www.flimslaax.com/naturerlebnisse/klettersteig-pinut
Last scraped: 2 Aug 2026 · Opening-season source retained for status provenance.
https://www.sac-cas.ch/de/huetten-und-touren/sac-tourenportal/flimser-stein-7092/berg-und-alpinwandern/zustieg-klettersteig-pinut-854/
Last scraped: 2 Aug 2026 · Official SAC-CAS Route Portal source; English API data and attribution retained.
https://www.sac-cas.ch/de/huetten-und-touren/sac-tourenportal/flimser-stein-7092/berg-und-alpinwandern/abstieg-klettersteig-pinut-856/
Last scraped: 2 Aug 2026 · Official SAC-CAS Route Portal source; English API data and attribution retained.
https://www.sac-cas.ch/de/huetten-und-touren/sac-tourenportal/flimser-stein-7092/klettersteig/klettersteig-pinut-708/
Last scraped: 2 Aug 2026 · Official SAC-CAS Route Portal source; English API data and attribution retained.
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