Gandhorn - Albrunpass
MODERATE (1.5/10)Oxefeld → Eggerebode
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Gandhorn - Albrunpass is a 8.7 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Oxefeld to Eggerebode. The route covers 656m of ascent and 609m of descent, with elevations ranging from 2,095m to 2,447m. Allow approximately 3h 20m for the full route.
The route is divided into 7 segments. The toughest stretch is the 4.0 km from Mittlenberghütte to Holzerspitz, climbing 315m (allow 1h 33m 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 46% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 1,708 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.0 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2448m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Oxefeld → Binntalhütte | 0.7 km | +0m | -149m | 16 min | 0.7 |
🏠 Binntalhütte → Corno di Valdeserta | 0.7 km | +3m | -67m | 11 min | 1.4 |
⛰️ Corno di Valdeserta → Bochtehorn | 0.5 km | +2m | -73m | 10 min | 1.9 |
⛰️ Bochtehorn → Mittlenberghütte | 1.5 km | +256m | -31m | 45 min | 3.5 |
🏠 Mittlenberghütte → Holzerspitz | 4.0 km | +315m | -271m | 1h 33m | 7.5 |
⛰️ Holzerspitz → Gandhorn | 1.2 km | +79m | -18m | 23 min | 8.7 |
⛰️ Gandhorn → Eggerebode | 0.0 km | +0m | -0m | 0 min | 8.7 |
| Total | 8.7 km | +656m | -609m | 3h 20m | 8.7 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🧗 Challenging terrain with significant elevation changes. Expect to walk the climbs.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 100% 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 8.7 km, 656m ascent, max altitude 2447.9m, ~3h 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. 1708 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2447.9m — 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 poles39% steep terrain, 656m+ 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 Oxefeld to Eggerebode (8.7 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Albrunhorn km 0.1 · 1.3 km off trail
- Pizzo di Pianboglio km 0.1 · 1.4 km off trail
- Corno di Valdeserta km 1.4 · 1.6 km off trail
- Bochtehorn km 1.9 · 1.8 km off trail
- Pizzo Ton km 0.1 · 1.9 km off trail
🏠 Mountain Huts
- Binntalhütte km 0.7 · 487m off trail
- Mittlenberghütte km 3.5 · 606m off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Alpe Forno Superiore 1.5 km off trail
- Balme km 2.2 · 1.6 km off trail
- Alpe Forno inferiore 1.7 km off trail
- Steihitta km 2.5 · 807m off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Oxefeld
- End
- Eggerebode
- Start Coordinates
- 46.37120, 8.29562
- OpenStreetMap
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