ANGELS VIA FERRATA – TAVOLARA'S ULTIMATE CHALLENGE

The Angels Via Ferrata is an alpine route crossing the spectacular western ridges of Tavolara Island, offering a unique experience reserved for experienced hikers with a good knowledge of via ferrata routes or climbing.

Moving along the exposed ridges means immersing yourself in an extraordinary natural environment, where a 360-degree panorama opens over the sea, the islands of the Marine Protected Area and the entire Gallura coastline.

At the end of the via ferrata, there are two possible descent options: two abseils (55 m and 35 m) leading back to the trail towards Punta della Mandria, or continuing along the ridges to the summit of Punta Cannone and descending via Bocca del Cannone, following the EEA route of the Normal Route (see the dedicated EEA route page).

Technical Information

Duration: Full day

Elevation gain:

• Abseil descent variant: 450 m
• Punta Cannone variant: 650 m

Route length:

• Abseil descent variant: 4 km
• Punta Cannone variant: 6 km

The Route

The excursion begins at Spalmatore di Terra Beach, from where we head towards the south-eastern cliffs of the island until reaching a wide trail that leads, within a few minutes, to Punta della Mandria.

From here, a smaller path climbs the southern side of Tavolara through an increasingly wild landscape. The trail passes beside a large centuries-old juniper tree before reaching the start of the Angels Via Ferrata.

The beginning of the route is immediately vertical and exposed. To safely negotiate the first section, it is often useful to support each other while clipping into the safety cable before overcoming the first rocky spur.

The ascent continues up a vertical wall until reaching a small plateau, where a second challenging section is tackled using the characteristic Scala 'e Fustes, a fascinating ladder built from large juniper trunks.

After passing the ladder, the climb continues along steep rock faces until reaching another equipped section that leads to the spectacular exposed ridges of the island and the first Madonnina.

From here, a succession of vertical passages leads to the famous Cristo di Tavolara, one of the most panoramic points of the entire route. Throughout the via ferrata, breathtaking views extend across the sea, the Marine Protected Area and the Gallura coastline.

From Cristo di Tavolara, after approximately 20 minutes of walking, we reach the first anchor point for a spectacular 55-metre abseil, leading to a panoramic ledge. From here, a second 35-metre abseil takes us to a large karst cave.

The final section of the route follows a rocky scree slope back to the hiking trail, allowing us to return towards Punta della Mandria and then to Spalmatore de Terra Beach.

For those seeking an even more complete adventure, it is possible to continue along the ridges to Punta Cannone and descend by following the EEA route of the Normal Route.

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