Via ferrata & Climbing Chambéry Montagnes

Limestone beneath your fingers, or well-placed resin holds. At Chambéry Montagnes,rock climbing and via ferrata offer a spectacular outdoor experience… or indoors! Climb, grimace, laugh, then do it all over again! Here, every cliff becomes a playground, every face a promise of breathtaking views. Whether you’re a beginner or a climbing enthusiast, come and test your limits… and leave with a rush of adrenaline and a host of memories.

Experience with confidence

You can’t just jump straight intorock climbing or via ferrata. Whether it’s your first time, you want to improve your skills or take on a new challenge, call in a professional.

Supervisors Via ferrata & climbing

Fancy trying outrock climbing or via ferrata, or improving your skills at your own pace? Call in a professional. Instructors and guides tailor each outing to your ability and take you to the best spots in the area, in complete safety.

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Courses

Children’s and teenagers’ courses, year-round classes, birthday parties or school outings: here, we learn, we share and we reach new heights together.

1Jan31Dec

Osmoz': climbing and via ferrata supervision

3Aug6Aug

Stage multi-cordes escalade, via-ferrata, canyon (10-16 ans)

24Aug28Aug

Stage escalade Croë (7-9 ans)

Stage escalade Pit Choun (4-6 ans)

Where can you hire your equipment?Our selection

Not kitted out yet? No worries. At Chambéry Montagnes, the adventure often starts with a visit to a hire shop. Harness, helmet, lanyard, climbing shoes… everything you need is at your fingertips so you can climb light and safely. Just bring your enthusiasm. Our hire staff will take care of the rest.

Osmoz : Rental of Via Ferrata EquipmentLe Bourget-du-Lac

Aillon SportAillon-le-Jeune

Terres d'altitudeLe Châtelard

Where to climb? Climbs and panoramic views to suit all tastes

Climbing: from resin to rock

Chambéry Montagnes, it’s a real playground for climbers of all levels:

The natural crags of Les Bauges and La Chartreuse offer a variety of routes, ranging from grade 4 to 8, in a wild and unspoilt setting.
The climbing centres in the metropolitan area welcome you all year round, with bouldering walls, routes and a friendly atmosphere guaranteed.
For beginners: safe, supervised training sites.
For enthusiasts: legendary climbing areas to (re)discover.

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Before you take the plunge!make sure you know

belay techniques,
route grading,
the specific features of the chosen route.

The P’tchi and Grotte à Carret via ferratas are among the most demanding in France. They require excellent physical fitness and a thorough understanding of the equipment. Thorough preparation is essential, even for experienced climbers.

If in doubt, it is best to seek the assistance of a guide.

Top 3 climbing spots

Three atmospheres. Three personalities. Three ways to enjoy the rock. Which one will be your pick of the day?

Voie d'escalade de Saint-Alban Leysse

Climbing site "Les Garins"

Saint Saturnin way of sloughs

Via ferrata: fun, vertigo and panoramic views

Fancy a thrill whilst roped up? A via ferrata is the perfect blend of high-altitude hiking and easy climbing. Accessible, fun and spectacular. Here, you can reach new heights without needing to be a climbing expert.

3 via ferrata À Chambéry Montagnes

Le P'tchi via ferrata

La Grotte à Carret via ferrata

Via ferrata 'Nant de Rossane'

Not all via ferratas are the same. Some are suitable for first-timers, whilst others require stamina, comfort at heights and sustained effort. Take the time to read the route description carefully andassess your ability honestly.

Choosing a route that suits you means more enjoyment and greater safety…and some wonderful memories to boot.

Whether you’re a fan of wild crag climbing, enjoy indoor climbing on resin walls, or are curious about high-rope courses, the region is brimming with possibilities. Whether you’re climbing independently or with a professional guide, there’s something for everyone here – provided you use the right equipment and have the necessary knowledge.

Discover all the venues – whether supervised or not – where you can climb, improve your skills, get your adrenaline pumping… and experience your own taste of the heights at Chambéry Montagnes.

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Green info 3 gestures that make a difference

Please stay on the access paths.
The cliff edges are fragile. By following the marked paths, you’ll protect the vegetation and prevent erosion.

Take everything back with you.
Tissues, wrappers, bottles… nothing should be left at the foot of the routes. There are no bins in the mountains.

Respect wildlife and sensitive periods.
Some routes may be temporarily closed during the nesting season. Check before you climb and respect the peace and quiet of the area.