VIA FERRATA

Also called "Vertical Hiking" the routes of the Via Ferrata are midway between walking and climbing.

Whilst these routes are open to the public you are nevertheless advised not to angage on these routes without knowledge of the use of the appropriate equipment. You will follow a roped route secured to the rock wall provided with metal stairs, steps suspended beams and gateways thus aidinf your progress.
All this equipment will help you to climb more easily to the summit whithout having to rely on standard climbing techniques. Throughout your aerial journey you will have access to unobstructed views of the Provencal countryside in the Drome valley.

Via ferrata	Altitude from	Slope lenght	Approach walk Retum walks	Description
Via the Claps 2 to 3 hours	600 to 800 metres	200 m to 650 m	2 minutes 25 mins	No particular difficulty, no monkey bridges, no great scale. A remarkable location, the Claps is the result of a shift of a slab on the southem flank of the peak de Luc which breaks into large chunks blocking the river Drome.
Via the Chironne 2 hours 30 mins	1195 to 1415 metres	220 to 500 m	5 minutes 25 mins	Overhanging drops. A beautiful journey overlooking the valley of the Drome.

Specific equipment supplied : harnesses equipped with a double absorbing lanyard, helmets.
Conditions : good physical condition, minimum age 10 years.
Advice: bring a pair of walking shoes, suitable sporting clothing, backpack with water bottle and fruity cereal bar.
Price : 35 € per person.
Minimum of 6 participants. This activity is led by a state qualified peron.