Bahnerlebnisweg Albula
MODERATE (2.6/10)Prasiras → Preda
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Bahnerlebnisweg Albula is a 15.3 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Prasiras to Preda. The route covers 987m of ascent and 263m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,006m to 1,790m. Allow approximately 5h 08m for the full route.
The route is divided into 3 segments. The toughest stretch is the 12.4 km from Grossbodakopf to Preda, climbing 892m (allow 4h 07m for this section).
With 86% of the route below 15% gradient, strong trail runners can maintain a good rhythm for much of the distance. Some pitches hit 57% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 2,867 kcal of energy expenditure and 3.1 L of water. No confirmed water sources along the route — carry all the water you need.
Mid-altitude route up to 1791m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Prasiras → Chavagl Pitschen | 3.2 km | +67m | -77m | 48 min | 3.2 |
⛰️ Chavagl Pitschen → Grossbodakopf | 0.7 km | +28m | -1m | 11 min | 3.9 |
⛰️ Grossbodakopf → Preda | 12.4 km | +892m | -185m | 4h 07m | 16.4 |
| Total | 15.3 km | +987m | -263m | 5h 08m | 15.3 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🏃 Mostly runnable with gentle terrain. Great for fast trail running.
Sun Exposure
🌲 Mostly shaded route. Good tree cover at lower elevations. Less sun exposure risk, but still carry sun protection for any exposed ridge sections.
Current Conditions
Conditions for June
✅ Snow unlikely at this elevation in June. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
Snow Conditions
Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 15.3 km, 987m ascent, max altitude 1790.9m, ~5h duration.
- 👟 Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- 📱 Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- 💧 3L hydration vestNo water sources on route
- 🍫 Trail mix, bars & sandwichEst. 2867 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 1500m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🕶️ Sunglasses (cat 3+)Snow & rock glare at altitude
- 🧥 Light rain jacketWeather changes fast in the mountains
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🥢 Trekking poles (optional)987m ascent — helps on descents
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Prasiras to Preda (15.3 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Grossbodakopf km 3.9 · 1.7 km off trail
- Chavagl Pitschen km 3.2 · 1.8 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Waldwis km 1.2 · 547m off trail
- Rözawald km 1.2 · 595m off trail
- Zalaint km 0.1 · 999m off trail
- Schönboden km 0.4 · 1.2 km off trail
- Unterbodmen km 0.4 · 2.2 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Prasiras
- End
- Preda
- Start Coordinates
- 46.67383, 9.67938
- OpenStreetMap
- View on OSM →
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