The Congosto de Olvena is a 300 m deep gorge crossed by the river Ésera. The via ferrata of Santo Cristo climbs up the walls of its right bank to the Olvena viewpoint, where you can enjoy impressive views of the gorge.
To access the via ferrata from the N-123 road, one have to cross the canyon over the impressive Sierra bridge. The first section runs between rock channels of easy level up to a monkey bridge (optional), which adds to the difficulty of the route. The channel continues with a steep slope until it reaches an intersection, where we can continue straight on to the Santo Cristo hermitage via an escape route, or cross over a tibetan bridge and do the most complex part of the ferrata, with a stretch of ridge and a slight overhang. The return is on foot, following the GR 18 signs to the starting point of the ferrata.
In order to climb the Via Ferrata is mandatory to use homologated safety equipment (helmet, harness, lanyard). Hiring a qualified guide is strongly recommended.
Technical Information
- Length: 480 m
- Difficulty: K2
- Approach: 5 minutes
- Time of activity: 90 minutes
- Retour: 20 minutes
- Equipement provided: Clamps and handrails
- Bridges, footbridges: Yes 2
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