Astragalus iron path in winter - Glod Stone, Munticelu - video
The official website of the Sugau Gorges published information about a new via ferrata climbing route named Astragalus. Sugau Gorges - Munticelu is a nature conservation area part of Natura 2000 located in Neamt County, which borders Harghita County.
Interestingly, while the gorge formed by the Sugau stream still belongs to the Bicaz Gorge - Great Haghimas National Park, the Munticelu rock ridge no longer does. The new via ferrata has been built on the western rock wall of Glod Stone.
The via ferrata probably gets its name from the astragalus herb. According to one description found online, it is known as the plant of creativity. It supposedly symbolizes limitless possibilities, suggesting that humans are capable of achieving anything they imagine or set their mind to. In this sense, the name is not an inappropriate one.
Although five climbing routes are listed for the new via ferrata, there are actually two distinct options: the First Wall and the Second Wall. The so-called fifth route is the retreat path, although it is secured. The fourth route is an out-and-back exploration of one section of the First Wall, suitable for beginners. This could serve as an escape route for those who do not want to or cannot continue on the Second Wall after the First Wall along the main route. The other three routes are variations of climbing the aforementioned two walls.
1. Main Route (C/D, 450 m, 300 m) 2. First Wall (C/D, 250 m, 100 m) 3. Second Wall (C/D, 325 m, 250 m) 4. Beginner's Route (B, 2 x 125 m out-and-back, 80 m) 5. Direct access to the top of the Great Tower (B/C, 2 x 250 m out-and-back, 180 m, secured retreat path). The difficulty rating is subjective, see the official ratings (easy, medium, hard). The Great Tower is located 1000 meters above sea level.
Climbing the via ferrata is subject to a fee, with an entrance fee of 10 RON (in 2019 20 RON) for both children and adults. Before climbing, registration must be done at the Ecolog lodge, which is run by the area's manager. Meanwhile, there are also rock climbing routes under the via ferrata. If rock climbers are climbing the wall, do not attempt the via ferrata route. Children under 8 years old are prohibited. Children must be accompanied by adults at all times. Equipment can also be rented at the Ecolog lodge on-site. Helmet rental is 5 RON, harness rental is 5 RON, and via ferrata set rental is 10 RON. (2017)
Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to try the new via ferrata in the company of cavers from Gheorgheni. According to the information released now (in May), the route will be closed for climbing in the winter. (2017)
Interestingly, while the gorge formed by the Sugau stream still belongs to the Bicaz Gorge - Great Haghimas National Park, the Munticelu rock ridge no longer does. The new via ferrata has been built on the western rock wall of Glod Stone.
The via ferrata probably gets its name from the astragalus herb. According to one description found online, it is known as the plant of creativity. It supposedly symbolizes limitless possibilities, suggesting that humans are capable of achieving anything they imagine or set their mind to. In this sense, the name is not an inappropriate one.
Although five climbing routes are listed for the new via ferrata, there are actually two distinct options: the First Wall and the Second Wall. The so-called fifth route is the retreat path, although it is secured. The fourth route is an out-and-back exploration of one section of the First Wall, suitable for beginners. This could serve as an escape route for those who do not want to or cannot continue on the Second Wall after the First Wall along the main route. The other three routes are variations of climbing the aforementioned two walls.
1. Main Route (C/D, 450 m, 300 m) 2. First Wall (C/D, 250 m, 100 m) 3. Second Wall (C/D, 325 m, 250 m) 4. Beginner's Route (B, 2 x 125 m out-and-back, 80 m) 5. Direct access to the top of the Great Tower (B/C, 2 x 250 m out-and-back, 180 m, secured retreat path). The difficulty rating is subjective, see the official ratings (easy, medium, hard). The Great Tower is located 1000 meters above sea level.
Climbing the via ferrata is subject to a fee, with an entrance fee of 10 RON (in 2019 20 RON) for both children and adults. Before climbing, registration must be done at the Ecolog lodge, which is run by the area's manager. Meanwhile, there are also rock climbing routes under the via ferrata. If rock climbers are climbing the wall, do not attempt the via ferrata route. Children under 8 years old are prohibited. Children must be accompanied by adults at all times. Equipment can also be rented at the Ecolog lodge on-site. Helmet rental is 5 RON, harness rental is 5 RON, and via ferrata set rental is 10 RON. (2017)
Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to try the new via ferrata in the company of cavers from Gheorgheni. According to the information released now (in May), the route will be closed for climbing in the winter. (2017)
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