The Pan di Zucchero Via Ferrata is a spectacular route located on the majestic limestone cliff of Pan di Zucchero, a 133-meter-high islet off the southwestern coast of Sardinia, near Masua.
The ferrata starts directly from the dinghy! The ascent begins vertically next to the plaque marking the Sentiero dei minatori (Miners' Trail), where some steps are located.
You reach a small plateau and continue over easy rocky ledges with a few metal rungs. The route then follows a series of ledges that cut across the southern face of Pan di Zucchero, connected by some well-equipped steeper sections. Technically, the route is easy but highly exposed. The ferrata leads to the summit plateau, where a short trail takes you to the peak, offering a breathtaking view of the entire gulf.
For the descent, there are two options:
Retrace the via ferrata
Abseil 45 meters directly back onto the dinghy
MEETING POINT & APPROACH
The meeting point is Masua parking lot, from where we move to the beach to board the dinghy that will take us to the base of the ferrata.
VIA FERRATA DETAILS
Difficulty: Easy
Ferrata duration: 30 minutes
Total itinerary duration: 2h 30min
Ferrata elevation gain: 133 m
Total elevation gain: 133 m
Total length: 1.3 km
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Harness *
Helmet *
Via ferrata set *
Backpack (max 30L)
Via ferrata gloves
Approach shoes
Appropriate clothing
Energy snacks
Water
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Hat
Technical equipment can be rented on request
INCLUDED SERVICES
UIAGM-certified mountain guide
Photos and/or videos during the activity
Common climbing equipment used by the guide
EXCLUDED SERVICES
Dinghy transfer
Anything not listed under "included services"
Where
The meeting point is at the Masua beach parking lot
