Via Ferrata du Rocher de Neuf Heures

  • Sport
  • Rock climbing site
  • Via ferrata
Elevation : 892m
Chemin de Pied Cocu, 04000 Digne-les-Bains
Departing from the town-centre, the Via Ferrata of Digne-les-Bains offers various routes and a stunning view over the city.
Facing south-east, it is exposed to the sun all year round. During summer, it is recommended to go in the morning, to profit from the coolness of the shadow.


It is accessible to kids taller than 1m40 and heavier than 40kg.


In brief
Approach time: 45 minutes/1 hour of walking
Return: 30 minutes of walking
Departing altitude: 600m
Exposure: south-east
Length: 750m
Difficulty: Moderate (B) to Difficult (C)
Duration: 45min to 3:30 h


How to access
Departing from the Tourist Office, take the Boulevard Gassendi and go to the Général de Gaulle square and then to the Cours des Arès. Climb up the stairs (between the Petit Saint Jean hotel and the Café du cours). Continue climbing the Rue de l’Oratoire and turn left on the Chemin de Pied Cocu. From there, take the trail leading to the starting point of the via ferrata that you will reach after a 45-minute walk.


Advice
To engage in a via ferrata, it is essential to have the specific equipment and to know perfectly how to use it as well as climbing techniques.


For everyone and especially beginners, we advise you to get accompanied by a professional.


The access to the via ferrata of Digne-les-Bains is free if you have your own equipment.


Rental of equipment at the Tourist Office of Digne-les-Bains.


Attention!
Follow the designated route.
Do not attempt the via ferrata in stormy weather, in snowy conditions or at night.
Respect the site and the environment

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Openings

Openings

Monday
08:00 - 16:00

Tuesday
08:00 - 16:00

Wednesday
08:00 - 16:00

Thursday
08:00 - 16:00

Friday
08:00 - 16:00

Saturday
08:00 - 16:00

Sunday
08:00 - 16:00

Monday
07:00 - 19:00

Tuesday
07:00 - 19:00

Wednesday
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Thursday
07:00 - 19:00

Friday
07:00 - 19:00

Saturday
07:00 - 19:00

Sunday
07:00 - 19:00

Monday
08:00 - 16:00

Tuesday
08:00 - 16:00

Wednesday
08:00 - 16:00

Thursday
08:00 - 16:00

Friday
08:00 - 16:00

Saturday
08:00 - 16:00

Sunday
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Location

Location

Via Ferrata du Rocher de Neuf Heures
Elevation : 892m
Chemin de Pied Cocu, 04000 Digne-les-Bains

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Town location

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Updated on 25 March 2025 at 15:21
by Office de Tourisme Provence Alpes Digne les Bains
(Offer identifier : 766427)
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