Klettersteig
via ferrata
noun KLET-ter-shtyk Rare
Origin: from Italian 'via ferrata' (iron way)
Also means
iron-rung mountain trail
Usage Note
Klettersteig is a mountain route secured with metal rungs and cables that walkers clip into using a harness. It is a major outdoor sport in the Alps; difficulty is rated A to E. Do not confuse with a Wanderweg (hiking trail) — a Klettersteig requires specific gear.
Examples
"Der Klettersteig im Berchtesgadener Land gilt als einer der anspruchsvollsten in Bayern."
Natural Translation
The via ferrata in the Berchtesgaden region is considered one of the most demanding in Bavaria.
Literal Translation
The via-ferrata in-the Berchtesgaden-land counts as one of-the most-demanding in Bavaria.
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