Alte Kasserne - Erblatte
MODERATE (1.6/10)From Alpenjerbidi
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Alte Kasserne - Erblatte is a 8.6 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland. The route covers 640m of ascent and 1,026m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,175m to 2,112m. Allow approximately 3h 49m for the full route.
The route is divided into 4 segments. The toughest stretch is the 2.6 km from Alpenjerbidi to Pizzo Fnè, climbing 410m (allow 1h 12m for this section).
About 61% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 60% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 1,953 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.3 L of water.
Mid-altitude route up to 2112m. Accessible May–October.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Trail Splits
Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).
| Segment | Dist | ↑ Ascent | ↓ Descent | Time | Cum. km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Alpenjerbidi → Pizzo Fnè | 2.6 km | +410m | -10m | 1h 12m | 2.6 |
⛰️ Pizzo Fnè → Rothorn | 5.0 km | +182m | -690m | 1h 53m | 7.7 |
⛰️ Rothorn → Tschuggmatthorn | 1.9 km | +47m | -326m | 43 min | 9.6 |
⛰️ Tschuggmatthorn → Alpenjerbidi | 0.0 km | +0m | -0m | 0 min | 9.6 |
| Total | 8.6 km | +640m | -1,026m | 3h 49m | 8.6 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
⛰️ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.
Sun Exposure
🌤️ Mixed shade and exposure. Sections above 2000m are fully exposed. Lower sections offer some tree cover. Sun protection still recommended.
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 8.6 km, 640m ascent, max altitude 2112m, ~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. 1953 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2112m — 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 poles47% steep terrain, 640m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Alpenjerbidi to Alpenjerbidi (8.6 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Rothorn km 7.7 · 1.2 km off trail
- Chellihorn km 4.6 · 2.1 km off trail
- Seehorn km 8.8 · 2.3 km off trail
- Chesselhorn km 4.6 · 2.7 km off trail
- Pizzo Fnè km 2.6 · 1.7 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Geri km 1.3 · 2.9 km off trail
- Heji km 9.6 · 2.9 km off trail
- Pysche km 8.1 · 2.9 km off trail
- Alpe Vallescia km 1.4 · 2.3 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Alpenjerbidi
- End
- Alpenjerbidi
- Start Coordinates
- 46.20180, 8.10740
- OpenStreetMap
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