REINHARD SCHIESTL VIA FERRATA

Across Burgsteiner Wand face C /D

Character
With the realization of a second Via Ferrata in Längenfeld the Ötztal Valley became a climbing center. The Reinhard Schiestl Via Ferrata is somewhat more difficult than the Via Ferrata at the Lehner waterfall - some hard physical work awaits you! The trail leads up an almost vertical granite face and is secured all along by a wire rope, clamps and rungs. At the exit spread the pastures of Burgstein (several guesthouses); from there you enjoy a fantastic view of the Stubai and Ötztal Alps.

Difficulty /equipment 
A steep, slightly overhanging, grade -C/ D wall at the access, then grade B /C throughout with some steep rock, past a grade - B traverse, and a grade - D scarp at the end. Three resting areas for resting and regaining ones powers.
Complete climbing equipment required.

Trail length and time required
200 m of altitude gain and 300 m of rope length. 1.5 - 2 hours, including descent approx. 2.5 - 3 hours.

Starting point
At the southern end of Längenfeld near the village sign of
Astlehn (signpost for parking area can be seen from the federal road), 5 minutes to the access area.

Descent:
Marked descent trail to Längenfeld, then continue in the direction of Astlehn; walking time: approx. 45 minutes.You can also get to the village of Burgstein by car.