Callosa de Segura via ferrata: Suspension bridges and cables

Horizontal start, suspension bridges, and a choice to descend or push higher

The Callosa de Segura via ferrata is a climbing route in eastern Spain combining steel-cable obstacles, hanging bridges and a progressive ascent over roughly three and a half hours. The first section starts nearly level before climbing through different obstacles, including a Tibetan plank bridge and two cable bridges. At the stone wall marking the midpoint, you can return to the parking area or continue into the steeper second section. Qualified guides lead groups in English, Spanish or French, and all technical gear, insurance and activity photos are included. Children from age 8 are welcome.

The experience

The via ferrata sits near Callosa de Segura, a town between Alicante, Murcia and Orihuela in the province of Alicante. You start at the base of a steep vertical rock face, but the first section keeps you mostly horizontal as you work through walls of staples and ramps fitted with steel cables. This layout makes it suited both to people trying via ferrata for the first time and to climbers warming up before tackling harder terrain. The real draw, though, is the hanging bridges: a Tibetan plank bridge, a chain bridge, and two more built from cable that demand focus and balance as you cross them.

Your guide manages the technical setup and pacing. The ascent happens gradually through the obstacles themselves rather than as a single steep push, so you're climbing and problem-solving at once. After roughly two hours, you reach a stone wall where the first section ends. From there, you can turn back to the parking area with a complete via ferrata under your belt, or move into the second section, the steeper one, if you want more.

All climbing gear comes with you: helmet, harness, via ferrata dissipator and anything else the route needs. Nominative accident insurance and liability coverage are included, and the operator sends you photos taken during the activity. Public transport options exist nearby if you're not driving.

What’s included

• Qualified guide in English, Spanish or French.
• all technical climbing gear including helmet, harness and via ferrata dissipator.
• nominative accident insurance and liability coverage.
• photos of participants taken during the activity.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00, 11:00 and 12:00Last departure this season: 31 Dec

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AgesAdult (14 to 75 years) · Child (8 to 13 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Alicante Aventura

Is this one for you?You climb the route yourself with a guide managing safety and pacing, so this suits anyone ready to work through obstacles and suspension bridges hands-on. The first section's gentle start makes it accessible to beginners, while the optional second section appeals to climbers wanting a harder push. The choice at the midpoint means you control how far you go.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 13 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the hanging bridges like on this via ferrata?

The Callosa de Segura route features four suspension bridges: a Tibetan plank bridge, a chain bridge, and two cable bridges. The cable bridges are the most demanding, requiring you to bring your best balance and focus as you cross them.

Can I do just the first section, or do I have to climb the whole thing?

You can stop at the stone wall marking the end of the first section and return to the parking area from there. The second section, which is steeper, is optional. The choice is yours once you reach that point.

How long does the via ferrata take?

The activity runs approximately three and a half hours. This covers the first section and the time spent on all the obstacles, including the suspension bridges.

Is this suitable for someone who has never done via ferrata before?

Yes. The first section is designed for both beginners and experienced climbers. It starts nearly horizontal and ascends gradually through obstacles, making it an ideal introduction to the activity.

What's included in the price?

All technical equipment (helmet, harness, dissipator and cables) comes with the activity. You also get a qualified guide, accident and liability insurance, and photos taken during your climb.