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Via Alpina: Pfälzer Hut to Schesaplana Hut

Day 4 of the 7 day Via Alpina hiking itinerary along the limestone cliffs of Rätikon.

Also in Graubünden, Switzerland

Hiking Moderate

Distance
9.1 km
Ascent
410 m
Descent
604 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
1.9 km
High Point
2.4 km
Gradient
10˚
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Via Alpina: Pfälzer Hut to Schesaplana Hut Map

Leaving the Pfälzer Hut, head in the direction of the Barthümeljoch Pass, climbing up through mountain pastures and scree slopes as you go. Just before you reach the pass, you cross over into Austria, and you will also cross the Hochjoch Pass or “Gross Furgga,” which at 2,359m is typically covered in snow year-round, so watch your footing!

SCHESEPLANA
SCHESEPLANA Photo: Andreas
SCHESEPLANA
SCHESEPLANA Photo: Andreas
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Description

Crossing over the border into Switzerland, and passing the Hornspitz, begin to descend down below the rock faces of the Rätikon all the way down to the Schesaplana Hut, your resting place for the night.

Sources http://www.via-alpina.org/en/

Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between March and October

Features

  • Alpine
  • Wildlife
  • Picturesque
  • Wild flowers

Similar routes nearby

6.5 km away

Via Alpina: Sücka to Pfälzer Hut

Via Alpina: Sücka to Pfälzer Hut

Day 3 of the 7 day Via Alpina hiking itinerary along the limestone cliffs of Rätikon.

Moderate Hiking

Distance
9 km
Ascent
781 m
Descent
117 m
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Guidebooks in this area

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