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K3-K4 Car-free possible

Gadmen, BE

Tälli via ferrata

A long Haslital classic above the Tälli area, included as a higher mountain seed route with a distinct approach and descent profile.

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Difficulty

K3-K4

Very difficult via ferrata

Current status

Open

Currently reported open

Checked 5 h ago

GrimselweltOfficial source

Total time

6 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 definitionVia 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.
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Harness glossary definitionHarnessA climbing harness that connects you to the VF set.Use a properly fitted climbing harness compatible with your VF set and body size.
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Helmet glossary definitionHelmetHead 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.
, and go with a qualified guide, instructor, course, or an experienced partner who understands the risks.

K4: More strenuous and exposed, with harder sections that normally require prior VF experience.

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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: 3 h 30 min

Approach

Access
Duration
1 h
Distance
TBC
Ascent
330 m
Descent
TBC
Elevation
TBC

Via ferrata

K3
Duration
3 h
Distance
945 m
Ascent
600 m
Descent
TBC
Elevation
1,967 m

The first of a total 14 ladders, about 8 meters high, signifies the start - with a somewhat tricky, short ascent through a steep gully. After this, traverse on a horizontal band with short airy steps (iron bars) rightwards until the cables lead upwards once again. In some stimulating climbing, follow steep walls, grassy bits and ledges upwards. The steepness gradually decreases as you climb. A nice quirk here is the wooden bench (at about 2240 m) which the Haslital mountain guides installed in a small grotto; a nice place for a break! The cables then lead over a rock step onto the next, striking grass band; this crosses under huge rock walls rightwards to a promising corner. Slowly the extent of the corner comes into view, with its stack of three ladders. It leads to a broad rib, which leads you through the next steep section. Another, breezier, rock band leads rightwards to the next climbing section:"Monas Step", harder for the short. Continue rightwards around a rocky corner to a fascinating view of the summit with Susten Pass behind, and the route book (about 2450 m). The climbing by no means ends here: another five ladders and a few more passages secured by cables lead on to the summit (approx. 2555 m).

Descent

Exit
Duration
2 h 30 min
Distance
TBC
Ascent
260 m
Descent
1,060 m
Elevation
TBC
Total duration
3 h 30 min
Total distance
945 m
Total ascent
600 m
Total descent
TBC

Escape points

No escape point details are recorded yet.

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 bergsteigen.com.
Route Info/Map
Start
46.74016, 8.32817
Finish
46.77584, 8.34428
Parking 3863 Gadmen, Switzerland
46.74023, 8.32844

Transport

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Last lift down

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Parking

3863 Gadmen, Switzerland

Address: 3863 Gadmen, Switzerland Altitude: 1730 m Parking reference from ferrataguide.com.

Coordinates
46.74023, 8.32844
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Cable car

Tällibahn

Lift access toward Berghaus Tälli; confirm service before relying on it for approach or descent.

Coordinates
TBC
Walk from node
35 min walk
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Route feel

VFOS editorial ratings on a 1-5 scale.

Editorial ratings

Variety

How much the route changes in movement and terrain.

High 4/5

Complexity

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

High 4/5

Beauty

Scenery, setting, and overall aesthetic quality.

Very high 5/5

Exposure

Airiness and exposure independent of technical difficulty.

High 4/5

Sustained effort

How continuous or relentless the physical effort feels.

High 4/5

Crux tags

No crux tags are recorded yet.

Route description

A long Haslital classic above the Tälli area, included as a higher mountain seed route with a distinct approach and descent profile.

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

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

  • Grimselwelt

    https://www.grimselwelt.ch/ausfluege/klettersteig-taelli/

    Official

    Last scraped: 30 May 2026 · Source used for attribution and factual cross-checking; VFOS stores only short, paraphrased seed notes.

  • website

    https://www.grimselwelt.ch/grimselerlebnis/aktiv/klettersteig-taelli/

    Official

    Last scraped: 4 Jun 2026 · Source used for attribution and factual cross-checking; canonical VFOS text is paraphrased separately.

  • ferrataguide:385

    https://ferrataguide.com/ferrata/T%C3%A4lli_Klettersteig

    Reference

    Last scraped: 4 Jun 2026 · Source used for attribution and factual cross-checking; canonical VFOS text is paraphrased separately.

  • OpenStreetMap way 295767187

    https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/295767187

    Reference

    Last scraped: 30 May 2026 · OpenStreetMap object reference used for seed coordinate provenance; data available under ODbL.

  • SAC-CAS route: Tälli Via Ferrata

    https://www.sac-cas.ch/en/huts-and-tours/sac-route-portal/gadmerflue-exit-from-the-tallistock-klettersteig-7812/via-ferrata/talli-via-ferrata-848/

    Reference

    Last scraped: 5 Jun 2026 · SAC-CAS route portal source used for route geometry and factual cross-checking; VFOS links back for attribution.

  • url

    http://www.klettersteig.de/klettersteig/taelli_klettersteig/863

    Reference

    Last scraped: 4 Jun 2026 · Source used for attribution and factual cross-checking; canonical VFOS text is paraphrased separately.

Field review

No contested fields are currently flagged.

Approved values

  • Name : Tälli via ferrata source
  • route character : Switzerland's first via ferrata leads right through the Gadmerfluh and, with a length of around 600m, is one of the longest via ferratas in Switzerland. source

At a glance

Location
Gadmen, BE
Elevation range
1,967 m
Season
15 Jun-15 Oct
Beginner-friendly
No
Car-free possible
Yes

Weather

Trailhead forecast