Edelweissweg
MODERATE (2.3/10)Alterhöüt → Stafelalp
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Edelweissweg is a 11.2 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Alterhöüt to Stafelalp. The route covers 1,114m of ascent and 682m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,740m to 2,755m. Allow approximately 4h 50m for the full route.
The route is divided into 3 segments. The toughest stretch is the 9.3 km from Berggasthaus Trift to Stafelalp, climbing 521m (allow 3h 17m for this section).
About 69% 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 2,789 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.9 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2755m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Alterhöüt → Wisshorn | 2.0 km | +445m | -6m | 1h 09m | 2.0 |
⛰️ Wisshorn → Berggasthaus Trift | 0.8 km | +148m | -0m | 24 min | 2.8 |
🏠 Berggasthaus Trift → Stafelalp | 9.3 km | +521m | -676m | 3h 17m | 12.1 |
| Total | 11.2 km | +1,114m | -682m | 4h 50m | 11.2 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
⛰️ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 90% 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 11.2 km, 1114m ascent, max altitude 2755.2m, ~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. 2789 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2755.2m — wind chill
- 🆘 Emergency space blanketCritical if injured at altitude
- 🕶️ Sunglasses (cat 3+)Snow & rock glare at altitude
- 🧤 Warm mid-layer (fleece)Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
- 🔦 Headlamp5h route — plan for delays
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles42% steep terrain, 1114m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
- 💰 Cash (CHF/EUR)Mountain huts often cash-only
Logistics
This route runs from Alterhöüt to Stafelalp (11.2 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Wisshorn km 2 · 1.9 km off trail
- Unter Gabelhorn km 6.8 · 2.5 km off trail
🏠 Mountain Huts
- Berggasthaus Trift km 2.8 · 1.8 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Herbrig 404m off trail
- Höhbalmen km 5.2 · 1.9 km off trail
- Findeln 2.2 km off trail
- Feriche km 5.6 · 1.9 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Alterhöüt
- End
- Stafelalp
- Start Coordinates
- 46.02063, 7.74077
- OpenStreetMap
- View on OSM →
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