Fuorcla Zadrell
MODERATE (2.1/10)Switzerland
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Fuorcla Zadrell is a 11.8 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland. The route covers 862m of ascent and 830m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,927m to 2,748m. Allow approximately 4h 31m for the full route.
The route is divided into 9 segments. The toughest stretch is the 3.5 km from Start to Rothorn, climbing 303m (allow 1h 12m for this section).
About 65% 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 2,449 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.7 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2749m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Start → Rothorn | 3.5 km | +303m | -21m | 1h 12m | 3.5 |
⛰️ Rothorn → Mittleres Plattenhorn | 0.9 km | +59m | -2m | 16 min | 4.4 |
⛰️ Mittleres Plattenhorn → Piz Zadrell | 1.5 km | +155m | -0m | 33 min | 5.8 |
⛰️ Piz Zadrell → Chapütschin | 0.9 km | +238m | -0m | 34 min | 6.7 |
⛰️ Chapütschin → Piz Sagliains | 2.0 km | +88m | -423m | 54 min | 8.8 |
⛰️ Piz Sagliains → Piz d'Anschatscha | 0.8 km | +0m | -282m | 24 min | 9.6 |
⛰️ Piz d'Anschatscha → Piz Linard | 1.6 km | +11m | -65m | 23 min | 11.2 |
⛰️ Piz Linard → Linard Pitschen | 0.7 km | +1m | -35m | 10 min | 11.9 |
⛰️ Linard Pitschen → Alp Lavinuoz | 0.1 km | +6m | -2m | 2 min | 12.0 |
| Total | 11.8 km | +862m | -830m | 4h 31m | 11.8 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🧗 Challenging terrain with significant elevation changes. Expect to walk the climbs.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 81% 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 11.8 km, 862m ascent, max altitude 2748.9m, ~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. 2449 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2748.9m — 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 poles38% steep terrain, 862m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from the trailhead to Alp Lavinuoz (11.8 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Wisshorn km 1.9 · 2.4 km off trail
- Chirchli km 0.7 · 2.6 km off trail
- Pischahorn 2.7 km off trail
- Ochsentällispitz km 2.2 · 2.8 km off trail
- Gorihorn km 0.1 · 2.8 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Obersäss 3.0 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- End
- Alp Lavinuoz
- Start Coordinates
- 46.81411, 9.98288
- OpenStreetMap
- View on OSM →
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