Gebidempass-Bistinenpass
MODERATE (1.5/10)P2543 → Gritte
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Gebidempass-Bistinenpass is a 10.6 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from P2543 to Gritte. The route covers 384m of ascent and 609m of descent, with elevations ranging from 2,197m to 2,473m. Allow approximately 3h 27m for the full route.
The route is divided into 8 segments. The toughest stretch is the 5.5 km from Mattwaldhorn to Rothorn, climbing 135m (allow 1h 34m for this section).
With 84% of the route below 15% gradient, strong trail runners can maintain a good rhythm for much of the distance. Some pitches hit 46% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 1,638 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.1 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2474m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 P2543 → Magehorn | 0.9 km | +5m | -56m | 13 min | 0.9 |
⛰️ Magehorn → Galehorn | 1.8 km | +128m | -46m | 36 min | 2.7 |
⛰️ Galehorn → Simpeler Weizstadel | 1.2 km | +33m | -85m | 22 min | 3.9 |
⛰️ Simpeler Weizstadel → Böshorn | 0.5 km | +39m | -35m | 12 min | 4.4 |
⛰️ Böshorn → Mattwaldhorn | 0.8 km | +43m | -16m | 14 min | 5.2 |
⛰️ Mattwaldhorn → Rothorn | 5.5 km | +135m | -321m | 1h 34m | 10.6 |
⛰️ Rothorn → Chrizer Horlini | 0.9 km | +0m | -51m | 13 min | 11.5 |
⛰️ Chrizer Horlini → Gritte | 0.0 km | +0m | -0m | 0 min | 11.5 |
| Total | 10.6 km | +384m | -609m | 3h 27m | 10.6 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🏃 Mostly runnable with gentle terrain. Great for fast trail running.
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 10.6 km, 384m ascent, max altitude 2473.8m, ~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. 1638 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2473.8m — 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
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from P2543 to Gritte (10.6 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Magehorn km 0.9 · 701m off trail
- Straffelgrat km 0.1 · 1.1 km off trail
- Galehorn km 2.7 · 2.0 km off trail
- Tochuhorn 2.4 km off trail
- Ärezhorn km 0.1 · 2.7 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- P2474 km 0.1 · 1.9 km off trail
- Hotosse km 1.9 · 1.9 km off trail
- Ritztӓlli km 2.7 · 2.2 km off trail
- Unners Fulmoos km 5.4 · 1.1 km off trail
- Lauine km 4.3 · 1.4 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- P2543
- End
- Gritte
- Start Coordinates
- 46.23996, 7.98001
- OpenStreetMap
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