Average condition
Elevation: 200m
Parking: 27.7894°, -15.5119°
Ferrata: 27.8032°, -15.5211°
Extremely hardCharacteristics
In 2012, probably the most extreme via ferrata in the world, "Ferrata Extraplomix" in Gran Canaria, was opened. The iron road leads through wide roofs and, due to its difficulty, is only recommended for climbers who have mastered technical alpine climbing! Although the ascent is not very long, the mental and physical demands are enormous. Towards the end, the Ferrata flows into the much lighter "Primera Luna". However, the safety rope is missing here (as of 4/2018). However, you can easily descend to the right or continue on the Via Ferrata Jesus Beitia .
For a description of the route, see the individual pictures and topo. The specified time slot for the visit can vary greatly depending on the difficulty! Attention: The steel rope in the two C-passages after the connection to the Ferrata "Primera Luna" has been removed. You must therefore descend slightly to the right or continue along the Via Ferrata Jesus Beitia.
Arrival
From the GC 1 highway, take exit 37 San Agustin/Bahia Feliz to GC 500. After 1 km, there is a bus stop opposite Hotel Orquidea. Immediately before this, turn right onto a gravel road and park there or continue on the road to the right under the motorway for 500 m. Park on the hill before the barrier.
Location/valley height: Maspalomas - 8 m
Starting point/height: Bus stop on GC500 opposite Hotel Orquidea - 18 m
Onset
First, from the parking lot behind the freeway underpass, follow the gravel road towards the dam. Only where the gravel path climbs to the dam wall do you start to keep to the left (there is a small sign on the stone - green "VF" on a white background). This path, which is in very poor condition, takes you to the end just below the rock wall. A small path leads up to the wall and directly to the "Extraplomix" via ferrata.
Descent
From the exit, keep right and watch for small yellowish rectangular markers (some with additional whitish sticky strips) and cairns. One part of the descent is facilitated by a fixed rope. You will eventually return directly to the entrance. Attention: The steel rope in the two C-passages after the connection to the Ferrata "Primera Luna" has been removed. You must therefore get out of the hike via the emergency exit! (As of June 2016)
Interesting facts
Attention: Via ferratas in Gran Canaria are almost all climbed in the French style (rope for safety, climbing on staples). As Gran Canaria's via ferratas are privately funded, they are not built and maintained to European standards and are therefore often in poor condition! You should always pay close attention to the anchorage of the wire rope and anchor - if in doubt, it is better to turn around or refrain from climbing.
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