You will simply fall in love with Ferraty

Ferratas are a concept that has become very popular lately. Many associate it with mountain hikingbut it's not quite right. This term defines a secured path in inaccessible mountainous terrain and environment. Various elements are available for its conquest.

• The Iron Sloughs
• Steel ropes
• Ladders

Clearly, then, it follows from the logic of the matter that ferraty require some experience. They are primarily intended for lovers of mountains, unforgettable views and physical activities.

Ferrata and their subdivision

If you decide to climb a ferrata, its marking will be a telling indication. A written expression that reveals a lot about the difficulty of the route itself. Some countries mark their ferratas by colour, so it's a good idea to find out the meaning of a particular category beforehand. For example, in Italy it is like this.

Mark	Difficulty
F	Lightweight
MD	Medium difficulty
D	Difficult
MOD	Very difficult
ED	Extremely difficult

In Austria, ferratas are marked with letters from A to F, with A being the easiest and F being the most difficult. Within each route you will encounter handrails, footboards, pins, footbridges, chains and other securing elements.

Proper equipment is essential

Whichever ferrata you decide to visit, under no circumstances should you forget the necessary and important equipment that contributes to overall safety. These are usually basic climbing elementsbased on a protective helmet, seat, belay ropes and carabiners. Properly chosen footwear also plays an important role. Of course, the demands on equipment increase with increasing difficulty.

Popular and popular ferratas

One of the most sought after and popular ferrata meccas is undoubtedly Austria. There is an overabundance of such secured trails on its territory, offering a unique experience. You can see for yourself the Intersport ferrata or the famous ferrata Drachenwand. If you have the experience and dare to do something more challenging, the Sisi Panorama ferrata will be your destination.

We could certainly continue in a similar vein. The list of unrivalled ferrata includes Dachstein and for those who love a real adrenaline rush there is the Kripenstein ferrata. The Klettersteig, on the other hand, makes the list of ridge ferratas.