A via ferrata in Bugey (Ain) accessible to beginners and experienced. Several routes and loopholes. 200 m of gas and various apparatus to cross.
Ready for a challenge at 200 meters high?
The Guinguette via ferrata these are two routes installed on a rock wall perched on the heights of Tenay (Ain). Facing due West, the sun is present at noon.
Access by car is via the village of Hostiaz. The route is well signposted. The final approach is simple and is done from the top of the cliff. However, be careful of the descent into the boxwood which can be slippery.
Here we are addressing beginners and advanced.

There's plenty of emptiness under your feet! 200 meters of emptiness for guaranteed adrenaline, with a magnificent view of the valley of Albarine ! During this expedition, rope bridge, footbridge, devers, ladder will diversify the pleasures.
The boxwood route is recommended for beginners and that of the cave for the experienced.
Moreover, our friends from Lyon CityCrunch have come up against this via ferrata for their greatest pleasure.
Guides and equipment for via ferrata
Support & equipment rental
Don't want to tackle the wall alone? Great choice! children graduates offer to support you:
You don't have the equipment suitable? Call on instructors or consider renting your equipment before coming (book in advance):
- Gîte de la Fora, Hostiaz
- Equipment rental, Tenay (from May to September)
- BB outdoor, Meximieux
Recommendations
Be careful, in rainy weather or in winter the wall can be very slippery. For your safety, it is strongly recommended not to practice it in these conditions.
To complete this presentation, as we are never too careful, here is a video report on the dangers of recklessness in via ferrata.