Via Ferrata to the Idagrotte
Hiking adventure and via ferrata
Your adventure in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains! A day tour that combines scenic hiking trails and via ferrata experience. From Schmilka to the Affensteine along the most beautiful panoramic paths.
Profile
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Day tour
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Guided Via Ferrata
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Sporty and adventurous
Tour-Facts
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Approx. 7 - 9 hrs.
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min. 4 / max. 10 Participants
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Minimum age: 16
Requirements
Fitness
Hiking Skills
Landscape
Adventure
The Tour
This day hike is truly an adventure! In one of the most spectacular parts of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, the Affensteine (as the name suggests, a favorite among climbers), you’ll tackle two of the most beautiful via ferrata the region has to offer: the Häntzschel and Zwillingsstiege. Although these via ferrata aren’t as long as alpine ones, you’ll definitely get your fill of adventure!
Once you’ve conquered the first via ferrata, the hike continues toward the Idagrotte with a magnificent view. Here you’ll enjoy a well-deserved break. From here, there are many different ways to explore the mountains. Depending on the weather and difficulty level, your guide will choose the best route for you.
The hiking day ends with a visit to the "Schmilker Mühle," where you can sample locally brewed beer or homemade cakes.
Itinerary
The daily schedule described here is schematic, and for organizational reasons (weather conditions, participant profile), times, content, and the route may change.
09.30
All participants meet at the agreed meeting point (see map). After a brief introduction and briefing, you will receive your safety helmet and via ferrata set. Please remember to bring a small daypack so you don’t have to carry the equipment by hand during the hike.
10.00
We make our way toward the first via ferrata, located in the forest area around Schmilka.
17.00
Back at the starting point of the tour. Farewell and wish you a safe and pleasant journey home.
Requirements
On this day hike, you will be walking on forest trails, paths, and shorter via ferratas. The great variety and different landscapes you will cross make this tour both challenging and rewarding.
You should definitely be free from vertigo and sure-footed. Sturdy footwear and weatherproof clothing are absolutely necessary.
Depending on the physical fitness of the participants and the desired "adventure factor," your guide has the option to adjust the tour spontaneously. However, it remains a day hike with approximately 20 km of walking and some elevation gain.
Services
Standard
✓ Guided day hike and via ferrata
✓ Group size: min. 4 / max. 10
✓ Includes helmet, climbing harness & via ferrata set
X Travel to and from the meeting point
X Lunch/packed lunch
€ 89,- Per Person
*The price is per participant and covers the services described above, subject to the minimum number of participants. Prices are inclusive of VAT.
Booking
Please send us your date request. We will get back to you within 24 hours and answer all your questions. If your preferred date is available, you can also receive a booking link directly
You can also reach us via WhatsApp at: WhatsApp: +49 (0) 179 686 1226
Contact
Your Guides
Marcus Sommer
Cave guide
Meeting Point
Schmilksche´Mühle
Schmilka 36,
01814 Bad Schandau, Germany
(50°53'32.0"N 14°13'56.1"E)