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Gerstruben Hike

Kleinwalsertal

Parkplatz Renksteg to Bergbauerndorf Gerstruben

Hiking Easy

Distance
4.3 km
Ascent
353 m
Descent
19 m
Duration
1-2 hrs
Low Point
821 m
High Point
1.2 km
Gradient
Gerstruben Hike Map

An easy hike, suitable for all the family, up to the hut at Gerstruben.

Description

From the parking at Renksteg, follow the road, past the fields and through some farms. You'll see sign posts for Gerstruben and you can choose the road or the trail through the woods and past a waterfall.

On the route, you'll have great views down two different valleys.

It's worth checking the opening times for the hut before you go!

Difficulty

Easy

Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.

Low Exposure

1 out of 4

The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between June and December

Features

  • Historical
  • Picturesque
  • Dog friendly
  • Wild flowers
  • Water features
  • Family friendly
  • Forestry or heavy vegetation