Via ferrata Kellenegg

The approach starts from the center of Brandnertal, passing the Brandnertal Climbing Park (forest rope park) and along the Kellenegg hiking trail to the entry point.

The via ferrata begins with a short steep section (B), then leads you over an edge (B/C) to a ramp (B). From here, the route continues over a steep slab (B/C) until you reach the first C section. This short overhang (C) must be overcome before the route proceeds via a ramp (B) to the next steep section (B/C) and eventually to the last slightly overhanging part. The last meters run through wooded terrain (A/B and A). You can find exact details on the topo map.

For the descent, follow the path briefly uphill from the end of the via ferrata, then continue via the Kellenegg hiking trail back to the center of Brand.

Complete climbing equipment (harness including via ferrata set, helmet, and gloves) as well as proper footwear (sturdy high-ankle mountain boots with good tread) are absolutely required.

You should also always carry a backpack with provisions, sun and/or rain protection, and a first aid kit.

Via ferrata sets can be rented at the Brandnertal Climbing Park.

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On the A14 motorway, take the Brandnertal exit and continue on L82 to Brand to the Dorfbahn.

Just leave your car behind

The regional buses operate throughout Montafon. The main lines run every half hour from Schruns train station.

From Schruns train station, take the S4/Montafonerbahn to Bludenz, then transfer to bus line 81.

Bus stop at the start/finish of the route: Brand Gemeindezentrum/ line 81

Timetable: www.vmobil.at

Arrival by train to Montafon

From Bludenz train station, the Montafonerbahn runs hourly (sometimes every half hour). There are also direct connections from Lindau (D) or from Bregenz.

Timetable: www.oebb.at

Brand Dorfbahn valley station

The via ferrata is very well secured. You basically climb like on a ladder, as there are many clamps.

The approximately 80-meter-long via ferrata earns the name Via Ferrata (iron path) because it is secured with numerous clamps.