Climb up to Gradiška Tura using the Furlanova (B/C) and the Otmarjeva (C/D) via ferratas
This fairly new and exciting via ferrata starts at the camping of Kamp Tura and leads up towards the Gradiška Tura which allows a scenic view around the area of Nanos and Ajdovščina. The tour combines two via ferratas in the category up to C whereas the crux of the 2nd via ferrata is slightly overhanging and fairly exposed and thus would qualify rather a C/D than a pure C. The view however from the top is stunning and compensates for all the strenuousness.
Please note that a full “Klettersteigset” (via ferrata set) is required for this tour!
Tour Description
| 00:00 | Start at the parking lot Kamp Tura (GPS: 45.832282, 13.971070). Follow the hiking route (take the right one) westwards towards Gradiška tura (see red signposts). |
| 00:05 | Turn left and follow the small hiking trail northwestwards towards the Furlanova Via Ferrata. The trail gets a bit exposed and some basic climbing skills are required (UIAA I-) |
| 00:30 | At the begin of the Furlanova Via Ferrata. Put on your Via Ferrata/harness set and follow the Ferrata upwards. The first meters are without a rope and require some climbing skills (UIAA I). |
| 01:00 | Enjoy the view from the viewing platform in the middle of the Via Ferrata. Then continue following the Ferrata upwards. |
| 01:30 | At the end of Furlanova Via Ferrata, turn right and follow the trail down towards Gradiška tura po Otmarjevi pot (see red signpost). |
| 01:40 | At the crossing, turn left and follow the trail towards the start of Otmarjeva Via Ferrata (see stone at the ground with marking). |
| 01:45 | A short break at the begin of Otmarjeva Via Ferrata to recharge your energy (best with self-brought ). |
| 02:00 | Climb up the wall at the start of Otmarjeva Via Ferrata (also the crux) and follow the remaining Via Ferrata upwards. |
| 03:25 | At the crossing at the end of Otmarjeva, stay straight ahead and follow the trail up to the peak. |
| 03:30 | Enjoy the scenic view from the peak of Gradiška Tura. Best enjoyed with a self-brought refreshment (). |
| 04:00 | Continue on the trail westwards. |
| 04:42 | At the crossing, turn right and follow the trail downwards towards Gradišče (see yellow signpost). |
| 05:00 | At the crossing, turn right and follow the marked trail back to the parking. |
| 05:30 | Back at the parking, end of the tour. |
At a glance
| Level | moderate-difficult |
| – UIAA Level (Climbing) | I |
| – Via Ferrata Category | C/D |
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General Tour Data
| Area: | Nanos Karst, Sezana, Slovenia | |
| Distance: | 4km | |
| Ascent: | 531m (2h 40min) | |
| Descent: | 530m (1h 45min) | |
| Highest Pt: | 761m | |
| Lowest Pt: | 260m | |
| Duration: | 4h 45min (without breaks) 5h 30min (with breaks) |
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| Stop/Rest: | None! (bring your own food!) | |
| Equipment: | Via ferrata set incl. helmet Backpack with standard hiking equipment Solid hiking shoes with good grip Snacks, food and plenty of water 1x Gipfelbier Sun & Weather protection Camera |
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| Topo/Map: | Furlanova & Otmarjeva Pot (B/C, C/D) |
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| O | Tour at outdooractive.com |
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