Location: Cargeghe, Sardinia
Difficulty: C/D
Duration: 2–3 h
Description: Ferrata on limestone cliffs with caves and ledges; combination of hiking and climbing above the countryside.

Location: San Vito lo Capo area, Sicily
Difficulty: C/D
Duration: 2–3 h
Description: Coastal cliff ferrata above the sea; warm climate and Mediterranean scenery.

Location: Southern Apennines, Basilicata/Calabria
Difficulty: C/D
Duration: 2–3 h
Description: One of the southernmost via ferratas in mainland Italy; limestone walls and views over wild Pollino landscapes.

Location: Gran Sasso area, Abruzzo
Difficulty: D
Duration: 5–7 h
Description: Long alpine traverse on the Gran Sasso massif; demanding, with long approach and high exposure.

Location: Castelnovo ne’ Monti, Emilia-Romagna
Difficulty: C/D
Duration: 1.5–2.5 h
Description: Via ferrata on the distinctive sandstone mesa of Pietra di Bismantova; mix of hiking and vertical steps.

Location: Caprie area, Piedmont–Liguria edge (often grouped with Piedmont routes)
Difficulty: D
Duration: 2–3 h
Description: Steep and creative line with artistic features on the cliff; popular training route.

Location: near Moggio Udinese
Difficulty: C/D
Duration: 2–3 h
Description: Canyon ferrata in a narrow gorge; ladders and bridges over the stream; unique ambience.

Location: Monte Coglians area (Carnic Alps)
Difficulty: C/D
Duration: 3–5 h
Description: Historic WWI line on the frontier ridge; beautiful and remote, with extensive views over Italy and Austria.

Location: Jôf Fuart group
Difficulty: D (long and exposed)
Duration: 5–7 h
Description: Famous ridge route along the crest; exposed and serious, often combined with other high-alpine itineraries.

Location: Montasio group
Difficulty: D
Duration: 3–5 h
Description: High-mountain ferrata with steep walls and ledges; alpine in character, with snow possible early/late season.

Location: Monte Civetta, Dolomites
Difficulty: D (very long)
Duration: 7–10 h (often with hut overnight)
Description: Historic, strenuous route to the summit of Civetta via long ladders and steep rock; major alpine undertaking.

Location: Catinaccio, near Passo Costalunga
Difficulty: C/D
Duration: 3–4 h
Description: Classic circuit around Roda de Vaèl with panoramic ridges, suitable for experienced but not expert climbers.

Location: Catinaccio/Rosengarten (Vajolet area)
Difficulty: C/D
Duration: 3–4 h
Description: Scenic traverse with ladders and ledges on the Masarè ridge; often combined with Via Ferrata Roda de Vaèl.

Location: Sella group, Dolomites
Difficulty: D/E
Duration: 5–7 h
Description: Long, committing route up a big wall; technical and very exposed, often considered serious even for experienced parties.

Location: Marmolada area (Padon ridge)
Difficulty: D (sustained)
Duration: 4–5 h
Description: Historical ridge ferrata above Lago di Fedaia with wartime tunnels and consistently airy terrain.

Location: Falzarego Pass area, Dolomites
Difficulty: C/D
Duration: 3–4 h
Description: Modern route on sunny rock with historical WWI features; great views toward Lagazuoi and the Tofane.

Location: Cortina d’Ampezzo
Difficulty: E (extremely difficult)
Duration: 3–4 h
Description: Very steep and overhanging in places; for experts with strong arms and no fear of exposure.

Location: Tofana di Mezzo ridge, Cortina
Difficulty: D/E (very difficult)
Duration: 4–6 h
Description: Very exposed ridge ferrata, steep and sustained; often linked with other Tofana routes.