Climb the Vertical Spine of Redován: Two Routes, One Limestone Ridge

REDOVAN GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Climb the Vertical Spine of Redován: Two Routes, One Limestone Ridge

A guided via ferrata on the Sierra de Callosa with two distinct sections (K2 family and K4 sport) that lets you choose a 2.5- or 4-hour experience suited to differing abilities.

Climb the Vertical Spine of Redován: Two Routes, One Limestone Ridge.

Duration
2.5 o 4
Location
Redovan
Operator
Alicante Aventura
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Set against the eastern flank of the Sierra de Callosa, the Vía Ferrata de Redován is a sharply vertical limestone itinerary—built in 2018 and promoted by the municipality—that offers two clearly defined tramos: a family-friendly K2 and a more demanding K4 sport section. Guided by Alicante Aventura, the route threads iron staples, suspension bridges and exposed cornices for sustained vertical movement and memorable viewpoints.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

Two Tramos: K2 for families, K4 for challengers

The via ferrata is divided into a gentler K2 family section—designed to chain vertical and horizontal pathing with closely spaced iron rungs—and a tougher K4 sport section featuring overhanging grapas, exposed cornices and technical obstacles for climbers wanting an adrenaline push.

THE ELEMENTS

Bridges, staircases and the hinge: varied climbing features

Expect multiple suspension bridges (including a 25‑metre span on the family tramo and longer 40‑metre bridges on the sport tramo), a tibetan‑style bridge, the ‘paso de la bisagra’ and a stepped ladder section—features that punctuate the climb and create varied technical challenges.

THE POSITION

Long, vertical exposure with high viewpoints

Constructed along the Sierra de Callosa, the ferrata is one of the longest in the province (noted as the second longest in Alicante after Callosa del Segura) and offers sustained exposure, including a viewpoint at roughly 60 metres and an exposed hinge passage rising to about 90 metres above the ground.

What the day feels like

What the route feels like

The itinerary moves as a sequence of vertical bouts and suspended traverses: short climbs on iron rungs open onto suspension bridges that leave you dangling over a barranco, followed by ramps with handrails and tibetan‑style crossings. The family tramo compacts the experience into about an hour of accessible vertical and horizontal passage, while the sport tramo extends into sustained overhangs, an inverted ladder, long hanging bridges and high cornices that culminate in airy viewpoints.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who should consider this via ferrata—and who should not.

1
Active families and beginnersThe K2 family tramo is described as suitable for all audiences, but participants must not have vertigo and pregnant people are not permitted; guides provide equipment and instruction to assist less experienced climbers.
2
Experienced climbers and adrenaline seekersClimbers looking for technical exposure and sustained difficulty can continue onto the K4 sport tramo, which includes overhangs, inverted ladders and long hanging bridges—but it is not suitable for those with vertigo or for pregnant participants.
3
Those with vertigo or severe fear of heightsNot a good match: the itinerary contains high, exposed passages and long suspension bridges; participants with vertigo are explicitly advised against joining.
4
Pregnant travelersThe activity is explicitly not suitable for pregnant people and they should not participate.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

Choose between a shorter or longer outing: available durations include approximately 2.5 hours or 4 hours depending on whether you do the family tramo alone or continue onto the sport tramo.

Meeting point & logistics

Groups meet at the Parking Via Ferrata de Redovan for briefing and equipment issue; the operator Alicante Aventura provides guides who will instruct and supervise the route.

What to bring

The operator supplies all required via ferrata equipment and experienced guides; participants should wear comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for climbing and approach walking.

Safety & limitations

Do not participate if you suffer from vertigo; the activity is not suitable for pregnant people. Guides may alter routing or forbid continuation for safety reasons.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the Vía Ferrata de Redován take?

The outing is offered in two duration options: approximately 2.5 hours or around 4 hours depending on the tramo(s) you choose.

Where is the meeting point?

Groups meet at the Parking Via Ferrata de Redovan for the pre‑climb briefing and gear issue.

Will I be given equipment and instruction?

Yes — Alicante Aventura provides the necessary equipment and experienced guides who explain how to tackle each obstacle and supervise the route.

Can someone with a fear of heights join?

No — participants with vertigo are advised not to join, as the route includes exposed passages and long suspension bridges.

Is the route suitable for pregnant people?

No — the activity is explicitly not suitable for pregnant participants.

What is the difference between the K2 and K4 tramos?

The K2 family tramo is an easier itinerary with closely spaced iron rungs, a 25‑metre suspension bridge and options to exit if needed; the K4 sport tramo is more demanding with overhangs, higher exposed passages, an inverted ladder and longer hanging bridges.