Via Ferrata Arenazzo

Introduction:

The Ferrata Arenazzo is an easy ferrata that extends along a narrow valley crossed by the Arenazzo torrent. The ferrata is characterized by two suspension bridges - the longest is about 40 meters.

Starting location:

The starting point of the trip is Sasso di Castalda in the province of Potenza in Basilicata. The town is located in the National Park ofAppenino Lucano Val D'Agri.

Directions for Google Maps available here.

Approach:

From the village, head towards the Ponte alla Luna (abundant signs) and then follow the blue "Ferrata Arenazzo" signposts down towards the Arenazzo river.

Via Ferrata:

The Ferrata Arenazzo begins along an easy downhill path that leads us to a first Tibetan bridge on 3 ropes 15 meters long and about 8 meters high. After crossing the bridge, you will face a short vertical stretch where brackets are present to help progression. Continue on a traverse and then to the second Tibetan bridge. This second bridge is decidedly adrenaline: 40 meters long and 20 meters high. The bridge is on 4 strings and the via ferrata ends with it (40 'from the start).

Descent:

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Notes:

This easy via ferrata has the long Tibetan bridge (about 40 meters) as its key passage and therefore requires a steady step and no vertigo from the moment it naturally oscillates during the crossing.

Opportunities:

The Ferrata Arenazzo combines perfectly with the Via Ferrata Belvedere (follow the directions on site). It is also possible to walk the famous Ponte alla Luna - long suspension bridge. Still in the province of Potenza, it is possible to drive along the Ferrata Marcirosa and the 'Via Ferrata Salemm. Moving instead towards the Campania regione, you can reach Volturara Irpina where it is installed the recent Via Ferrata Maroia.