Via Ferrata Guiding, Costa Blanca - Spain

The Costa Blanca is not just about rock climbing. There are also other great days out to be had on Via Ferrata and ridge traversing. A popular choice of course is to combine rock climbing with a traverse of the Bernia Ridge and some Via Ferrata.

There are several Via Ferrata on the Costa Blanca that offer a range of levels of difficulty, climbing skill and exposure.

Villena Via Ferrata Guiding

The Via Ferrata at Villena is relatively short and straightforward compared to that of The Ponoch and is a good introduction to Via Ferrata. It is easily completed in a leisurely half day and could be combined with some rock-climbing at the nearby cliffs in Sax or a drink in the bar at the La Cruces monument, which overlooks the town of Villena. In 2008, the Villena Via Ferrata was upgraded and a new section was added below the original - this provides a really worthwhile extension.

Ponoch Via Ferrata Guiding

The Ponoch Via Ferrata is near the town of Polop on the Costa Blanca. It is on the biggest cliff in the area which boasts many superb traditional and bolted rock climbs up to 16 pitches long. The route finding while on the Via Ferrata is very straightforward – just follow the rungs. The descent is well signposted but requires two 30m abseils which are possible with a 60m rope (the signs at the top state a 30m and a 35m abseil but this is not the case!). Allow a half day to complete the journey at a leisurely pace.

El Cid Via Ferrata Guiding

The El Cid Via Ferrata is the most challenging Via Ferrata in the area. It is not as amply equipped with rungs as the other Via Ferrata in the area and therefore it is necessary to have some climbing skills.