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CharacteristicsTake a look at the Val-de-Travers from a different angle. Great lofty feelings for a first via ferrata.
This via is closed annually from Jan 1st to July 31st to let the peregrine falcon, the kestrel and the wall creeper nest without disturbance. The entry and exit cables are removed each season to prevent access to the cliff face.
This is a very suitable via for first-timers and for children aged ten and up; but the cable is not equipped with corkscrew fitments for ropes, so take some line loops to attach the children
ViaFerrata.Org – tipsThe route is rather wet. You need good boots with Vibram-type soles. There is a TV mast on the top; go up to it to get a view of Lake Neuchâtel.
Quiz questionWhy is this via called the Tichodrome?
– It’s the scientific name of the wall creeper that nests in the cliff.
Level| Strenght | 1
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Explication Level (Information)
Strength
1. for beginners and kids
2. needs some via ferrata experience
3. needs some physical strength (at least 1 difficult part)
4. extremely demanding, needs excellent physical condition
Vertigo
1. low
2. middle
3. high, some parts with considerable exposure
4. very exposed
Type
Plaine - Mountain - High Mountain
1. abundant equipment
2. contacts with the rocs
3. scarce equipment
Technique
1. easy, beginner
2. with bridge, ladder, etc..
3. need deep knowledge (zip line)
Information Tourisme neuchâtelois Val-de-Travers , Clos-Pury 15, Centre Sportif, 2108 Couvet. Phone. 032 889 68 96
Outside of Switzerland : +41 32 889 68 96
Centre Sportif du Val-de-Travers , 2108 Couvet
Phone. +41 (0) 32 889 69 19 Fax : +41 (0)32 889 62 90
Length and Altitude Via ferrata length: 550 m. (no escape)
Drop : 150 m
Viaferrata start : 950 m
Viaferrata Finish : 1'150 mWhen can you climb itFrom August 1 to December 31
From Neuchâtel, head for Val-de Travers, Peseux, Rochefort, Noiraigue. On leaving the Clusette tunnel, turn up towards Ponts-de-Martel – and there you are; park at Haut de la Côte.
From La Chaux-de-Fonds, the road for Val-de-Travers, la Sagne, Brot-Dessus takes you right there, park at Haut de la Côte.
Neuchâtel – Noiraigue; then on foot to the via (about 1 hour)
Chaux-de-Fonds – Les Ponts-de-Martel; then on foot to the via (about 1 hour)
To the start of the viaferrataThe “Fresh-Egg Restaurant”(also known as the Haut de la Côte Restaurant) parking area has parking places for via users – so use them.
The path to the start of the via is marked.
To avoid a fine, do not park on the unpaved space in the woods just before the via.
Viaferrata climbingAn attractive ledge on the Noiraigue heights, the bedrock hollowed out over time.
The guide, Michel Gentil, and his Association Via Ferrata et Escalade Sportive have made a very enjoyable via of it. The installations and information are particularly well cared for. Just one overhanging pitch that might make the less daring hesitate a moment.
Magnificent view over Lake Neuchâtel from the summit.
DescentJust follow the signs. Everything is clearly indicated, Lodging - Hotel - RestaurantContact the Tourisme office. There is a lot to do in the Val de Travers. Phone. +41 (0)32 889 68 96 Pictures
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