Via Ferrata Course Lake Garda

Learn all the essentials for safe, independent via ferrata climbing in just four days around Lake Garda. This intensive course is based in the Arco and Riva del Garda area and combines hands-on training with some of the most scenic via ferratas in Northern Italy. Together with a certified mountain guide, you practise movement techniques, correct use of equipment, risk assessment, and tour planning—step by step and always adapted to the level of the group. Rental equipment is included, so you can fully focus on learning and enjoying the limestone cliffs, lake views, and alpine atmosphere of Lake Garda.

DETAILED PROGRAM

📅 Day 1: Course Introduction & Colodri Via Ferrata (B/C), Arco
↑300 m – ↓300 m – approx. 3 h
Equipment check, basic via ferrata techniques, correct clipping, body position, and safety on easier terrain.
Overnight in a guesthouse or hotel.

📅 Day 2: Sentiero Attrezzato Fausto Susatti – Cima Capi (A/B)
↑1000 m – ↓1000 m – approx. 6 h
Training on route finding, pace, efficient movement on longer routes, and dealing with exposure above Lake Garda.
Overnight in a guesthouse or hotel.

📅 Day 3: Via dell’Amicizia – Cima SAT (B/C)
↑1200 m – ↓1200 m – 7–8 h
Classic long route above Riva del Garda: focus on endurance, mental strategies, and partner checks on ladders and steep sections.
Overnight in a guesthouse or hotel.

📅 Day 4: Gerardo Sega (B/C) & Course Wrap-Up
↑950 m – ↓950 m – approx. 7 h
Final tour in a wilder setting with route planning, hazard evaluation, and repetition of key techniques. Debrief and individual feedback.
End of program.

INCLUDED SERVICES
• Full course organization
• Certified mountain guide for 4 days
• 3 nights in double room with shower/WC
• Breakfast
• Rental equipment: helmet, harness, via ferrata set

EXTRA COSTS
• Travel to and from Arco / Riva del Garda
• Drinks
• Lunch / packed lunch, snacks; dinners (approx. €25 per day)
• Transport to the via ferratas by own car or taxi
• Tips

MINIMUM PARTICIPANTS
For multi-day courses you will be informed at least 14 days before the start if the minimum number of participants is not reached. For this tour, a minimum of 4 participants is required.