Via ferrata Graustock including Schafberg near Engelberg/Titlis
The via ferrata on the Graustock (2661 m) offers us a mix of mountain path and overcoming partly steep and exposed rock ascents. We can expect breathtaking views down into the 700 m high north face of the Graustock and into the Engelberg valley. From the summit, we enjoy a magnificent panorama of the peaks Titlis, Spannort, Rigi, Mittelland, and Pilatus, as well as the Bernese peaks Wetterhörner, Schreckhorn, and Finsteraarhorn.
For less experienced climbers, it is also possible to ascend to the Schafberg (easier via ferrata, K3-K4) and exit there. From Schafberg, you can exit to the left and walk to the hiking trail marked white-red-white. From there, there is a hiking trail up to the ridge in front of the Graustock.
In early summer, large snow cornices can still protrude over the ridge, and snow bridges over the karst areas can collapse when stepped on. So caution is advised in these places! Orientation is easy in good visibility; in poor visibility, the descent can be challenging. The ridge is southeast-exposed.
- 3:05 h
- 5.21 km
- 451 m
- 449 m
- 2,202 m
- 2,659 m
- 457 m
- Start: Mountain station Jochpass (2,213 m)
- Destination: Mountain station Jochpass
Good to know
Pavements
- Unknown (28%)Trail (2%)Path (50%)Via ferrata (20%)
Best to visit
- suitableDepends on weather
Directions
Approach:
We take the Engelberg-Trübsee gondola lift first to the Trübsee station, then continue by chairlift up to the Jochpass (2207 m).
Route Description:
From Jochpass, a sign points us to the white-blue-white marked trail. We follow the southeast ridge of the Graustock to the first ascent (20 meters elevation). The cable leads us to the Rot Nollen point (2309 m, Swisstopo, A/B). The marked trail leads us to the second rocky ascent (60 meters elevation). Over grass and rock, it continues steeply along cables to Schafberg (2522 m). From here, the marked trail leads over rock slabs and scree to the steepest ascent on the ridge. Slightly left of the main ridge, the route leads over an approximately 80 m high pillar (C/D rating) using steps and stirrups upwards to the next saddle. We follow the trail until we return to the actual ridge and ascend it with the help of cables to the summit at 2661 m.
Descent:
From the summit, we follow the cables along our ascent route back to the marked junction. There, we turn right and descend south step by step into the Schaftal. We always follow the white-blue-white markings until our path at point 2324 m (Swisstopo) meets the white-red-white marked hiking trail, which leads us left back to the Jochpass.
Tour information
Cable car tour
Circular trail
Mountain summit
Refreshment stop
Equipment
- Via ferrata equipment with rockfall helmet and via ferrata gloves.
Directions & Parking facilities
- Getting there
On the A2 motorway to the Stans Süd exit, then continue on the cantonal road to Engelberg
ParkingParking lot of the Engelberg-Trübsee gondola lift in Engelberg
Public transportationBy train to Engelberg station, then by gondola lift and chairlift to the Jochpass Additional information
Author
Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus
Organization
Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus
Safety guidelines
- The via ferrata is not suitable for beginners, sure-footedness and freedom from vertigo are prerequisites. It is recommended to check the current weather report for the destination region.
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