From beginner to advanced: seven real via ferratas, each with its own technical profile.
Torre de Cledes (Les), the most accessible: suitable from 110 cm in height, ideal for getting started.
Poi d'Unha, with three progressive sections, including the iconic Balcón de los Buitres (the vultures' balcony).
Les K4, Eth Taro d'Arties, Tossal de Miravet, Roca Carrera and Croqueta de Obarra for those already looking for advanced K3-K4 level, with a certified guide.
Find your fit
Choose your option
Beginner to intermediate · K2-K3
Poi d'Unha (Naut Aran)
Three progressive sections: an opening warm-up (K2, about 150 m), the Balcón de los Buitres (K3, about 250 m, with its iconic spiral staircase) and a final, airier section (about 100 m, with overhanging stretches). Views of Montardo and Aneto.
You want to try via ferrata with no previous experience (Torre de Cledes, from 110 cm in height).
You have done a via ferrata before and want to step up a level (Poi d'Unha, intermediate).
You have real via ferrata experience and are looking for advanced K4 level (Les K4, Eth Taro d'Arties, Tossal de Miravet, Roca Carrera, Croqueta de Obarra).
Worth a second look
It might not be for you if…
You have a strong fear of heights or don't feel comfortable with exposure.
You want a K4 route with no previous via ferrata experience: it is not a good starting point, so begin with Torre de Cledes or Poi d'Unha.
Who'll be with you on this activity
Specialist via ferrata guide
The activity is led by a professional with the right qualifications for the discipline, including the advanced (K4) routes. Ecotour manages the experience and confirms the meeting point, chosen level, equipment and safety instructions before the outing.
Via ferratas in Val d'Aran and Ribagorza: K2 to K4
30% deposit to secure your spot
We confirm within 24 h
How does booking work?
You pick the day and number of people and send us the request. Nothing is charged yet.
We check availability with our team and local collaborators.
We usually confirm within 24 h and send you a link to pay a 30% deposit that secures your place.
The balance is paid before the activity. If it doesn't go ahead (for example, minimum group not reached) we refund the whole deposit; the same if you cancel 7 days or more ahead.
We book this option with you on WhatsApp: we confirm the date and terms straight away.
If the outing doesn't go ahead (for example, the minimum group of 4 isn't reached) we refund the whole deposit; the same if you cancel 7 days or more ahead.
Comfortable, close-fitting clothing, with no loose parts that could catch on the cable or rungs.
Closed mountain footwear with good grip on rock.
Thin gloves, optional but recommended for gripping the steel cable without chafing your hands.
Water and something to eat for the approach and the descent.
Helmet, harness and energy-absorbing lanyard
No need to bring them: the guide provides them.
Once your date is confirmed, you'll receive the final kit list, adapted to the forecast and ground conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What people ask us
01Which one should I choose for my first via ferrata?
Torre de Cledes, in Les. It is the most accessible of the seven, with 80 metres of equipped ascent, and suitable from 110 cm in height.
02What is the difference between the five advanced routes?
All five are graded K3-K4 or K4, but each has its own character: Les K4 is in the same village as Cledes but equipped in reverse (the first section is the hard one), with a 10 m Tibetan bridge; Eth Taro d'Arties combines K2 to K4+ sections with Nepalese bridges and a 100 m pendulum; Tossal de Miravet has 470 m of route with two Nepalese bridges and a zip line; Roca Carrera has a long vertical section beside a waterfall; Croqueta de Obarra is the longest and most demanding, with more than 400 m of ascent.
03Do I need previous experience?
Not for Torre de Cledes. For Poi d'Unha it helps to have done a via ferrata before. For the five advanced (K4) routes you do need real previous via ferrata experience and good fitness.
04What does the price include?
A certified specialist guide and all the technical equipment (helmet, harness, energy-absorbing lanyard). It does not include transport to the meeting point, or sports clothing and footwear.
05What if I'm afraid of heights?
It depends how severe it is. Let us know when you book so we can point you towards the most suitable route; on the advanced routes the exposure is greater.
06Can I combine two routes on the same day?
Torre de Cledes and Les K4 share the same car park and can be combined without moving. The others need separate days because of the logistics of each area.
⭐⭐⭐⭐ An unforgettable week in the Val d'Aran with Ecotour (Javi)
We've just spent a week's holiday in the Val d'Aran organised by Ecotour, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. The days were full of adventure, nature, excitement and fun.
We'd especially like to highlight Javi, who was much more than a guide. His huge knowledge of the area, the wildlife, the plants and the history of the valley gave every activity extra value. You can tell he's a true nature lover and knows how to pass that passion on to the people with him.
During the week we did e-bike rides, rafting, canyoning, a spectacular trek in Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park with the climb up to Portarró, and we also visited some of the prettiest villages in the Val d'Aran. One of the most special moments was being able to see such emblematic species as the Apollo butterfly, a protected species that is increasingly hard to find.
If we had to find a "but", it would only be the rafting, which surprised us least compared with the rest. Even so, we enjoyed the whole experience a lot.
We'd also like to thank Javi for his great tips on where to eat in Vielha. He recommended restaurants with excellent value for money, where we could enjoy the valley's food without spending more than we needed to.
All in all, a totally recommended experience for anyone who wants to discover the Val d'Aran in a different, active and authentic way. Thank you, Javi, for making this holiday such a special memory. We'll definitely be back!
★★★★★
Carlos Buil3 years ago
High mountain
As always, it's an unforgettable experience to do high mountain climbing safely with Javier.
Climbing two 3,000-metre peaks and enjoying the scenery in an educational and passionate way. Looking forward to doing it again 💪💪💪
★★★★★
ines piazuelo3 years ago
Vallibierna
Very professional and fun guiding on the Vallibierna. With guides like this, it seems possible to climb any peak. Thanks for the encouragement during the ascent, Javi, we'll surely see each other again 🏔️🥾👏🏻…
★★★★★
PAU RODRIGO9 months ago
Snowshoeing
Excellent experience with Javi on a snowshoe route. Vast knowledge about everything to do with the mountains. Going with him guarantees you'll enjoy your adventure 200% and come back with a smile. He works really hard. The best guide I've ever met.
See you soon, Javi. Take care 👋👋👋
★★★★★
Jose Manuel Luque Rodriguez11 months ago
Snowshoeing
More than a guide, a friend!!
His level of knowledge about the mountains, snow, animals and everything related to the mountains is exceptional.
My experience with him on snowshoes: 15 out of 10!!
A professional and one of those people who only give...
Personally, I didn't meet a guide, I made a friend.
Professionally... one of a kind...
I'd always recommend him, and I already do.
A hug, Javi.
★★★★★
Carlos N1 year ago
Snowshoeing
We did a snowshoe route and the experience was heartwarming. Javi as a guide doesn't just pass on his love of the mountains, he teaches you to love and understand them; on top of that he's one of the group, he's your friend and he cares about every single person in it.
★★★★★
Rut V2 weeks ago
Red deer rut
A wonderful experience in a luxury setting. We got in touch with Javi after finding him online and it was a great decision. He's a young guy, passionate about his work and about nature, and it shows. He explained so many things about the rut and the surroundings, and brought samples to show us how animals are tracked, always with respect and without disturbing their habitat.
He also took loads of souvenir photos, both of us and of the animals, which we really appreciated. I loved the equipment he uses: he has a screen that attaches to the camera, so we could all enjoy the views without needing telescopes.
Thank you so much, Javi, for the experience. You're a truly lovely person.
★★★★★
M. Villar (Proska)2 weeks ago
Red deer rut
Without a doubt an unforgettable experience. Several companies offer the rut, but not like this one: his knowledge of the subject, together with the technology he uses, guarantees a complete outing and lets you enjoy the activity to the fullest.
100% recommended
★★★★★
Loisian2 weeks ago
Red deer rut
We can only thank Javi for our outing: the day before the weather was awful and he advised us to postpone it, so we wouldn't climb up and not see the rut. The next day was wonderful, the views beautiful, and thanks to his experience and his technology we could see everything as if we were at the cinema. If we come back, we'll do it again. 100% recommended
★★★★★
Juanma Ferrer Navarro4 weeks ago
Red deer rut
A really good person who knows the Val d'Aran very well.
We had a great morning listening to and watching the rut with Javier, who will be your guide.
On top of that, you learn a lot about the local flora and fauna of Aran.
★★★★★
José Luis Durán12 months ago
Red deer rut
With Ecotour we did two organised rut outings last September.
Although in the morning we didn't manage to see any deer (because, unfortunately, the wild boar hunt was on), the experience, both the trekking + observation outing and the afternoon observation, was great.
Javier is a great professional who radiates friendliness and passion for his work, and he passes that on in everything he explains.
I think we couldn't have found a better guide.
A completely recommended experience with him. To repeat another year!
★★★★★
Joan Palomer12 months ago
Red deer rut
We went to see the rut with two little girls, and with Javi it was great fun and he was very attentive. For our next outing in the area, we'll definitely hire him.
★★★★★
Via ferratas in Val d'Aran and Ribagorza: K2 to K4·from€75per person
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