Via Ferrata · Murillo de Gallego
The essentials
Verticalia runs this 2h via ferrata at Mallos de Riglos, rated accessible for all levels, at a flat 60 € per person. The route climbs the iconic conglomerate towers above Riglos, one of Spain's most striking rock formations. Guides speak both Spanish and English. Book this session if you want a structured first contact with vertical terrain, with iron rungs and cables doing the heavy lifting while the exposure does the rest.
The offer
Via ferrata of Mallos de Riglos, in Riglos, near Huesca
Frequently asked questions
How intense is the via ferrata at Mallos de Riglos?
The Mallos de Riglos towers rise dramatically from the Gállego valley floor, putting you on exposed vertical rock with open-air drops beneath your feet. The route is graded accessible for everyone, but the height exposure is real and immediate.
Do I need prior climbing experience?
No. Verticalia lists this tour as “Everybody welcome”. The fixed iron rungs, cables and ladder sections handle the technical side, so zero climbing background is required.
What is the most intense moment on the route?
The crux is typically the most exposed traverse or ladder section, where the ground below fully disappears and you're relying entirely on the cable and your harness. Your guide from Verticalia will brief you on this section before you reach it.
When is the best time to do this via ferrata?
The season runs May through October. Avoid midsummer midday heat at Riglos: morning departures keep temperatures manageable on the sun-exposed conglomerate rock.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6 °C | 50 mm | Possible |
| February | 6.6 °C | 66.1 mm | Possible |
| March | 7.5 °C | 76.8 mm | Possible |
| April | 11.1 °C | 58 mm | Good |
| May | 14.8 °C | 68.2 mm | Good |
| June | 19.9 °C | 41.1 mm | Peak |
| July | 24.4 °C | 15.1 mm | Peak |
| August | 24.2 °C | 27.4 mm | Peak |
| September | 19.5 °C | 83.1 mm | Good |
| October | 13.9 °C | 97.8 mm | Good |
| November | 8.8 °C | 81.9 mm | Possible |
| December | 5.5 °C | 28.3 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Harness, helmet and via ferrata lanyard are provided by Verticalia. Wear closed-toe shoes with ankle support, and bring water plus a light layer since the exposed rock faces at Mallos de Riglos can turn cool quickly at altitude. The 2h duration means a small snack is optional but welcome.
Getting there
Meet the group at Calle San Juan, Murillo de Gállego, Zaragoza, a short drive from Huesca via the A-132 road north toward the Gállego valley.
See also
Via Ferrata elsewhere
Other activities in Murillo de Gallego
Updated September 2026