Jöriseen Rundweg
MODERATE (1.9/10)Switzerland
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Jöriseen Rundweg is a 9.9 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland. The route covers 868m of ascent and 727m of descent, with elevations ranging from 2,207m to 2,779m. Allow approximately 4h 02m for the full route.
The route is divided into 3 segments. The toughest stretch is the 3.9 km from Start to Gorihorn, climbing 556m (allow 1h 44m for this section). In contrast, the 2.0 km from Flüela Wisshorn to Jöriseen is much gentler.
About 57% 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 2,185 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.4 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2779m. 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 → Gorihorn | 3.9 km | +556m | -52m | 1h 44m | 3.9 |
⛰️ Gorihorn → Flüela Wisshorn | 4.0 km | +310m | -291m | 1h 33m | 7.9 |
⛰️ Flüela Wisshorn → Jöriseen | 2.0 km | +2m | -385m | 43 min | 9.9 |
| Total | 9.9 km | +868m | -727m | 4h 02m | 9.9 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
⛰️ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.
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 9.9 km, 868m ascent, max altitude 2779.3m, ~4h 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. 2185 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2779.3m — 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
- 🔦 Headlamp4h route — plan for delays
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles51% steep terrain, 868m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Flüela Wisshorn km 7.9 · 1.9 km off trail
- Sentisch Horn 2.0 km off trail
- Brunhorn 2.0 km off trail
- Jörihorn km 3.8 · 2.5 km off trail
- Chlein Schwarzhorn 2.5 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Büdemji km 3.3 · 3.5 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- End
- Jöriseen
- Start Coordinates
- 46.76567, 9.94159
- OpenStreetMap
- View on OSM →
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