« Yves Pollet-Villard » via ferrata (La Clusaz)

Description

The "Yves Pollet-Villard" via ferrata is located in the Aravis massif, near La Clusaz in Haute-Savoie. It's an emblematic route in the French Alps, prized for its thrills and breathtaking scenery.

The route begins with a relatively straightforward pedestrian approach before entering the first part of the via ferrata, which is very accessible, with many passages featuring natural holds. But the verticality soon becomes more pronounced and the passages more technical and impressive. Numerous cliffside traverses, vertical rungs, overhangs and a long, adrenalin-pumping monkey bridge await you. The climbing becomes more physical in the upper section, with some athletic sections and overhanging passages requiring arm strength and good climbing techniques. The climbing becomes more physical, especially in the upper section.
The climb ends on a rocky ridge offering spectacular views of the Aravis chain and the La Clusaz valley.

General characteristics:

• Of a fairly difficult level, this via ferrata is accessible to climbers in good physical condition.
• Vertical drop: approx. 450 meters.
• The via ferrata is around 700 meters long.
• It takes around 3h30 to 4h30 hours to complete the entire route, depending on pace and breaks.
• Maximum altitude: 1800 meters.

Highlights:

• Breathtaking views: All along the route, ferratists enjoy impressive views of the surrounding peaks, including the La Clusaz valley, Mont Blanc in the distance and the Aravis massif.
• Feeling of altitude: The vertiginous passages give a real feeling of emptiness and adrenalin.
• Alpine biodiversity: The route passes through protected natural areas, offering the chance to come across ibex or other mountain species.

Equipment required:

• Shoes suitable for hiking and rugged terrain.
• A small rucksack with water and a snack.

In short, the Yves Pollet-Villard via ferrata in La Clusaz is a vertiginous and technical route, offering exceptional panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, but requiring a good level of fitness to be fully appreciated.

Depending on my availability, I may be replaced by a fellow mountain guide from the Compagnie des Guides des Aravis.

If you fancy more vertical adventures, I recommend the nearby via ferrata at Thônes.

Program

• Meet at 7.30am at the Col des Aravis, on the via ferrata parking lot.
  Allow 50 minutes' drive from Annecy and 1h10 from Geneva.
• 20-minute of approach walking to the start of the via.
• Approx. 3 hours ascent to complete the via ferrata.
• About an hour's descent back to the parking lot.

The price includes

• Supervision by the mountain guide.
• Loan of technical safety equipment (harness, helmet, via ferrata lanyards with energy absorbers, etc.).

The price does not include

• Transport to and from the Aravis pass.
• Provident insurance.
• Snacks.
• All drinks.
• Anything not mentioned in "The price includes".

Accommodation

Would you like to come and stay in the Aravis massif?

I don't offer accommodation, but I can give you advice if you need it, so don't hesitate to contact me to discuss it.

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