5-Seen-Wanderung
EASY (1.5/10)Twärchamm → Gaffia
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5-Seen-Wanderung is a 9.4 km point-to-point easy hiking route in Switzerland, running from Twärchamm to Gaffia. The route covers 523m of ascent and 886m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,851m to 2,499m. Allow approximately 3h 30m for the full route.
The route is divided into 6 segments. The toughest stretch is the 1.4 km from Bölli to Hochwart, climbing 218m (allow 40 min for this section). In contrast, the 1.2 km from Rossstall to Gamidaurspitz is much gentler.
About 65% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 56% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 1,734 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.1 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2500m. Best June–October; snow possible into June.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Trail Splits
Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).
| Segment | Dist | ↑ Ascent | ↓ Descent | Time | Cum. km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Twärchamm → Twärchamm | 0.5 km | +44m | -1m | 10 min | 0.5 |
⛰️ Twärchamm → Bölli | 0.6 km | +37m | -12m | 12 min | 1.2 |
⛰️ Bölli → Hochwart | 1.4 km | +218m | -44m | 40 min | 2.5 |
⛰️ Hochwart → Rossstall | 3.6 km | +213m | -245m | 1h 16m | 6.1 |
⛰️ Rossstall → Gamidaurspitz | 1.2 km | +0m | -184m | 23 min | 7.4 |
⛰️ Gamidaurspitz → Gaffia | 2.2 km | +11m | -400m | 47 min | 9.5 |
| Total | 9.4 km | +523m | -886m | 3h 30m | 9.4 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
⛰️ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 91% of the route is above the treeline (2000m) with minimal shade. In summer, start before 7am to avoid peak UV. Carry sunscreen, a hat, and extra water.
Current Conditions
Conditions for June
✅ Snow unlikely at this elevation in June. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
🥾 Muddy sections likely. Waterproof boots recommended.
Snow Conditions
Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 9.4 km, 523m ascent, max altitude 2499.8m, ~4h duration.
- 👟 Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- 📱 Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- 💧 2L hydration packNo water sources on route
- 🍫 Trail mix, bars & sandwichEst. 1734 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2499.8m — wind chill
- 🕶️ Sunglasses (cat 3+)Snow & rock glare at altitude
- 🧤 Warm mid-layer (fleece)Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles42% steep terrain, 523m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Twärchamm to Gaffia (9.4 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Twärchamm km 0.5 · 410m off trail
- Girenspitz 692m off trail
- Bölli km 1.2 · 876m off trail
- Tagweidlichopf 1.0 km off trail
- Rossstall km 6.1 · 1.5 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Hochpardiel 1.2 km off trail
- Alp Lasa 1.7 km off trail
- Graue Hörner km 3.2 · 1.9 km off trail
- Gafarra-Vermol km 4 · 2.1 km off trail
- Lavtina-Stafinellengrat km 2.7 · 1.7 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Twärchamm
- End
- Gaffia
- Start Coordinates
- 46.97897, 9.41665
- OpenStreetMap
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