On the mountain, in the mountain.
K2 Car-free possible

Fidaz, GR

Klettersteig Pinut

Image: Daniel Anker

Difficulty

K2

Moderate via ferrata

Current status

Confirmed open

The latest source indicates this route is open

Checked 14 h ago

Total time

4 h 15 min

Approach + via ferrata + descent

Route description 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.

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.

Route map

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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.

Annotated route info/map available from sac-cas.ch.
Start
46.84157, 9.31178
Finish
46.84157, 9.31178
Parking
-

Approach / VF / Descent

Segment timings and vertical stats from the current VFOS dataset.

Total: 4 h 15 min

Approach

Access
Duration
30 min
Distance
1.4 km
Ascent
210 m
Descent
-
Elevation
-

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.

Via ferrata

K2
Duration
2 h 30 min
Distance
1.1 km
Ascent
500 m
Descent
-
Elevation
2,054 m

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.

Descent

Exit
Duration
1 h 15 min
Distance
3.5 km
Ascent
170 m
Descent
510 m
Elevation
-

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.

Total duration
4 h 15 min
Total distance
2.5 km
Total ascent
710 m
Total descent
-

Escape points

No escape point details are recorded yet.

Opening season

Typical published season

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Guided-tour dates are not treated as the route's operating season.

Route feel

VFOS editorial ratings on a 1-5 scale.

Ratings -

Variety

How much the route changes in movement and terrain.

- -

Complexity

Route-finding and technical problem-solving beyond pure grade.

- -

Beauty

Scenery, setting, and overall aesthetic quality.

- -

Exposure

Airiness and exposure independent of technical difficulty.

- -

Sustained effort

How continuous or relentless the physical effort feels.

- -

Crux tags

No crux tags are recorded yet.

SAC-CAS route profile

Source ratings on the SAC-CAS 1-4 scale.

Official source
Mountain experience
2/4
Power
1/4
Endurance
2/4
Psyche
1/4

Photos

4 source photos
On the mountain, in the mountain.
On the mountain, in the mountain.© Daniel Anker
The Pinut via ferrata.
The Pinut via ferrata.© Daniel Anker
Solid steps lead up into the mountain.
Solid steps lead up into the mountain.© Daniel Anker
Stairs beside the freestanding tower.
Stairs beside the freestanding tower.© Daniel Anker

Transport

Plan around the trailhead, parking, and public transport links.

Last lift down

Check operator

Bus

Safety notes

Check current local information before setting off.

Rega 1414

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

Avoid thunderstorms and wet rock. Via ferrata cables can become hazardous quickly in poor weather.

Sources & data Attribution, source priority, and field-review status for this route.

Referenced sources

  • Opening season · Flims Laax Falera

    https://www.flimslaax.com/naturerlebnisse/klettersteig-pinut

    Official

    Last scraped: 2 Aug 2026 · Opening-season source retained for status provenance.

  • SAC-CAS approach

    https://www.sac-cas.ch/de/huetten-und-touren/sac-tourenportal/flimser-stein-7092/berg-und-alpinwandern/zustieg-klettersteig-pinut-854/

    Official

    Last scraped: 2 Aug 2026 · Official SAC-CAS Route Portal source; English API data and attribution retained.

  • SAC-CAS return

    https://www.sac-cas.ch/de/huetten-und-touren/sac-tourenportal/flimser-stein-7092/berg-und-alpinwandern/abstieg-klettersteig-pinut-856/

    Official

    Last scraped: 2 Aug 2026 · Official SAC-CAS Route Portal source; English API data and attribution retained.

  • SAC-CAS via ferrata

    https://www.sac-cas.ch/de/huetten-und-touren/sac-tourenportal/flimser-stein-7092/klettersteig/klettersteig-pinut-708/

    Official

    Last scraped: 2 Aug 2026 · Official SAC-CAS Route Portal source; English API data and attribution retained.

Field review

No contested fields are currently flagged.

At a glance

Location
Fidaz, GR
Elevation range
2,054 m
Car-free possible
Yes

Weather

Trailhead forecast