Between Walensee and Churfirsten
A difficult and exposed trailrun following the Churfirsten with spectacular views on Walensee
Also in Glarus, Switzerland
Trail Running Severe
- Distance
- 31 km
- Ascent
- 1.8 km
- Descent
- 1.8 km
- Duration
- 6-7 hrs
- Low Point
- 417 m
- High Point
- 1.7 km
- Gradient
- 17˚
A beautiful route from Walenstadt to Weesen. Both easy accessible by public transport. The route can be cut short by continuing towards Walensee first instead of climbing up to Lüsis and there's an exit option in Quinten where you can take the boat back to Walenstadt.
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Description
The trail is steep, narrow and exposed in some sections. Bring enough water on a hot day, as you'll be exposed to the sun and run along heated up walls. If you're lucky you can stop ibexes in the walls of Churfirsten.
Difficulty
Severe
Extreme Exposure
Some trail sections are extremely exposed where falling will almost certainly result in serious injury or death.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.