Chärpfbrugg Rundweg
EASY (1.2/10)Circular route from Garichti
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Chärpfbrugg Rundweg is a 6.0 km circular easy hiking route in Switzerland, starting and finishing at Garichti. The route covers 535m of ascent and 535m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,597m to 1,975m. Allow approximately 2h 40m for the full route.
The route is divided into 2 segments. The toughest stretch is the 3.7 km from Garichti to Hinter Bliistock, climbing 430m.
About 65% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. The steepest pitches reach 60% gradient.
Budget roughly 1,324 kcal of energy expenditure and 1.6 L of water.
Mid-altitude route up to 1976m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Garichti → Hinter Bliistock | 3.7 km | +430m | -183m | 1h 36m | 3.7 |
⛰️ Hinter Bliistock → Garichti | 3.0 km | +105m | -352m | 1h 04m | 6.7 |
| Total | 6.0 km | +535m | -535m | 2h 40m | 6.0 |
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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 July
✅ Snow unlikely at this elevation in July. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
Snow Conditions
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Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 6.0 km, 535m ascent, max altitude 1975.7m, ~3h duration.
- 👟 Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- 📱 Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- 💧 2L hydration packNo water sources on route
- 🍫 Energy bars & gelsEst. 1324 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
- 🥢 Trekking poles46% steep terrain, 535m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Sunnenberg km 3.1 · 2.7 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Kärpfhüttli km 3.1 · 2.0 km off trail
- Niederen Oberstafel km 4.1 · 2.1 km off trail
- Chärpstäfeli km 3.1 · 2.1 km off trail
- Kärpfbrugg km 3.9 · 2.1 km off trail
- Ratzmatt km 3.1 · 2.3 km off trail
Route Details
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- Start
- Garichti
- End
- Garichti
- Start Coordinates
- 46.95779, 9.09867
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