The good thing about adventure sports is that many of them can be practiced with children. What does this mean? That you can spend your free time with your children and, also, let them know nature in a very fun way.
What adventure sports can we practice with them? For example mountain ones, such as via ferratas. Throughout our geography we have a wide variety of ferratas, of all levels and characteristics.
Where are there ferratas to do with children?
Here is a selection of those suitable for practice with the little ones distributed in Andorra, Teruel, Guadalajara, Lleida, Soria and Huesca.
- Mora canal. It is located in Canillo (Andorra). To get there by car, once you have passed Caniñño, you have to take the CS-240 detour towards Ordino. Approximately 500 meters later you will see the parking lot. It is a very easy route, where you can access it on foot all the way until you reach the Roc de Quer viewpoint. Be careful if you do it in bad weather, as it could get a little complicated. The route takes approximately 2 hours (1 hour there and one hour back) with a gradient of 350 meters.
- Valdoria ravine. This ferrata will also surprise you for having hiking and caving. It is located in Albalate del Arzobispo (Teruel). To get there, turn off at Km. 25 of the A-223 between Albalate del Arzobispo and Andorra (Teruel). There is a sign that will indicate the access track. As for the ferrata route, it is very simple although it has some sections in which novices or children will have to use ropes.
- Stairs to Heaven. It is a ferrata located in the town of Santamera (Guadalajara). You will take the road that leads to Atienza C-110, leaving from the Sigüenza Renfe station. The itinerary has several climbing routes, so climbers can enjoy the activity even more. There are several natural holds, as well as pegs, that lead to a ladder. At the end of this is the summit. If you wish, you can return through the Hoces del Río Salado and observe the salt flats that are next to it. It is ideal for children and people who are just starting out.
- Teletubbies. It is located in Corçà, Noguera (Lleida) and has a 40 meter difference. It is a not very long ferrata so you will have done it in about 32'. It can be done with children and, in addition, people who are just starting out in the world of ferrata will also be able to get into it. During the tour you will find very good equipment with everything you need to overcome it: steps, artificial dams, stairs, etc. Everything is even ready to be able to rappel down if you wish, while you enjoy the views of the Canelles reservoir.
- Mirror Walkway. It is located in Espeja de San Marcelino (Soria) and is a very simple and short ferrata, with only 40 meters of elevation gain. It is the first ferrata in Castilla y León, and it is advisable to do it in summer, since if you decide to practice it in the rainy season it can be a little complicated, due to the water avenues. There may be some sections where you need rope, so we advise you to be equipped with good material.
- Via Cordata de Escarrilla. This road is in Escarrilla (Huesca). You can access it via the A-136 road and park fairly close by. It is said that it is not a via ferrata as such unless it has a lifeline rope. The beginning of the route is the most complicated, with a level III+, but as you progress it loses both inclination and difficulty, and then returns to grade III+ almost at the end. There is a meeting that you will find going down from the top of the mountain until you reach a rockier area. To install the line you will need approximately 80 meters of rope.
It is a great plan to do with the children and you will surely find the best option to spend a few hours in nature, disconnect, and return to everyday life with your batteries charged.
