Climbing Helmet essential
Climbing Track-Set
complete sets designed for self-belaying in klettersteig-situations are available.
ð [via ferrata-set / klettersteig-set]

be particular with carbines! Fiddling with these things in exhausting passages robbers you of your energy. Catch bush break
(shock- or energy-absorber) is essential! A short rope or band piece directly knotted to the harness (climbing belt) is not useful and is dangerous (I see it quite often - ferity -  anyone can get into serious danger).

climbing belt
Harness

choose a comfortable and secure one. Belt systems with double clasp leadings are recommended. Be cautious when it comes to correct binding.
shoes
in alpine area: mountain or tracking shoes are recommended
on sport climbing tracks, sport shoes are sufficient. Climbing shoes are helpful on extreme tracks.
Rain Gear
protects you from wind and cold too....
gloves
workers gloves render good services (of course there are special via ferrata ones in the shops know). To protect against blisters and scratches climbing up along the steel cable.
sun protection
sun cream with a high factor,
sunglasses,
a cap for the way up and down.
climbing packs  
First Aid Kit  
Food Supply
drinks are important and so are snacks.
clothing
climbing pants with reinforced knees and bum,
walking socks for the prevention of blisters,
functional underwear,
mountain shirt.
Telescope walking sticks for the way down and on snow..
climbing track guide book
and maps (in case you miss the cable car)
photo
or video, film, cassettes, memory chips.
Money  
writing stuff
for the wall book
packet tools
pocket knife, leatherman