Hannigalp-Saas-Fee
MODERATE (2.4/10)P2272 → Saas-Grund
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Hannigalp-Saas-Fee is a 14.1 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from P2272 to Saas-Grund. The route covers 978m of ascent and 1,209m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,907m to 2,406m. Allow approximately 5h 29m for the full route.
The route is divided into 6 segments. The toughest stretch is the 3.1 km from Rihorn to Guglu, climbing 320m (allow 1h 15m for this section). In contrast, the 2.7 km from Chäste to Saas-Grund is much gentler.
About 64% 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 3,054 kcal of energy expenditure and 3.3 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2407m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 P2272 → Wannehorn | 2.0 km | +210m | -65m | 48 min | 2.0 |
⛰️ Wannehorn → Distelhorn | 1.3 km | +253m | -178m | 50 min | 3.4 |
⛰️ Distelhorn → Rihorn | 2.9 km | +105m | -322m | 1h 01m | 6.3 |
⛰️ Rihorn → Guglu | 3.1 km | +320m | -128m | 1h 15m | 9.4 |
⛰️ Guglu → Chäste | 2.1 km | +66m | -195m | 41 min | 11.5 |
⛰️ Chäste → Saas-Grund | 2.7 km | +24m | -321m | 51 min | 14.2 |
| Total | 14.1 km | +978m | -1,209m | 5h 29m | 14.1 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🧗 Challenging terrain with significant elevation changes. Expect to walk the climbs.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 97% 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 14.1 km, 978m ascent, max altitude 2406.8m, ~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. 3054 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2406.8m — 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
- 🥢 Trekking poles33% steep terrain, 978m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from P2272 to Saas-Grund (14.1 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Wannehorn km 2 · 1.7 km off trail
- Pheich 1.9 km off trail
- Stock km 2.6 · 2.1 km off trail
- Distelhorn km 3.4 · 519m off trail
- Seebodenhorn km 3.8 · 1.2 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Goobe 1.4 km off trail
- Biffigerschbärgji 1.7 km off trail
- Fuggsegga 1.8 km off trail
- P2335 km 3.1 · On trail
- P2364 km 3.8 · 605m off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- P2272
- End
- Saas-Grund
- Start Coordinates
- 46.20780, 7.87079
- OpenStreetMap
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