Jöriseen Rundweg

MODERATE (1.9/10)

Switzerland

Distance
9.9 km
Ascent
+868 m
Descent
-727 m
Est. Time
4h 02m
Altitude
2,207.2–2,779.3 m
Type
point-to-point

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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

2,300m2,400m2,500m2,600m2,700m2,800m0 km2 km4 km6 km8 km10 km2,776m2,207m
Easy (5–10%) Moderate (10–15%) Steep (15–25%) Flat (<5%) Very Steep (>25%)

Route Map

Trail Splits

Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).

SegmentDist↑ Ascent↓ DescentTimeCum. km
📍
Start Gorihorn
3.9 km+556m-52m1h 44m3.9
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Gorihorn Flüela Wisshorn
4.0 km+310m-291m1h 33m7.9
⛰️
Flüela Wisshorn Jöriseen
2.0 km+2m-385m43 min9.9
Total9.9 km+868m-727m4h 02m9.9

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Est. Finish Time
2h 32m
Calories
1,861 kcal
Water Needed
2 L
Effort Distance
22.2 km
flat-equivalent
🍫 Recommended: ~45g carbs/hr (114g total) 🧂 Electrolytes: ~1269mg sodium/hr

Terrain Analysis

Runnability
57%
Mixed
% of route below 15% gradient
Climb Ratio
88 m/km
Very steep profile
↑ 868m ↓ 727m
High Point
2,779.3 m
High alpine zone
Low point: 2,207.2m — Range: 572.1m

Surface & Technicality

Terrain Difficulty Breakdown
Runnable Flat (9%) Easy Grade (17%) Moderate Climb (23%) Steep (37%) Very Steep / Technical (14%)

⛰️ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.

Sun Exposure

☀️ High Exposure 100% exposed · 0% shaded
Route shade profile
Above treeline (100%)
South-facing: 24% of route — mostly north-facing, less direct sun

☀️ 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

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Conditions for June

✅ In season — good conditions expected
Snow Risk
5%
Unlikely
Mud Risk
30%
Moderate
Ice Risk
0%
Unlikely

Snow unlikely at this elevation in June. Trail conditions expected to be clear.

🥾 Muddy sections likely. Waterproof boots recommended.

Best months: June, July, August, September, October

Snow Conditions

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Suggested Gear List

Auto-generated based on 9.9 km, 868m ascent, max altitude 2779.3m, ~4h duration.

Essential 8 items
  • 👟
    Trail running shoes / hiking boots
    Required for any trail
  • 📱
    Phone (charged) + offline map
    Navigation & emergency contact
  • 💧
    2L hydration pack
    No water sources on route
  • 🍫
    Trail mix, bars & sandwich
    Est. 2185 kcal burn
  • 🧴
    Sunscreen SPF 50+
    UV intensifies above 2000m
  • 🧢
    Sun hat / cap
    Exposed alpine terrain
  • 🧥
    Windbreaker / shell jacket
    Summit at 2779.3m — wind chill
  • 🆘
    Emergency space blanket
    Critical if injured at altitude
Recommended 6 items
  • 🕶️
    Sunglasses (cat 3+)
    Snow & rock glare at altitude
  • 🧤
    Warm mid-layer (fleece)
    Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
  • 🔦
    Headlamp
    4h route — plan for delays
  • 🩹
    Mini first aid kit
    Blister plasters, tape, antiseptic
  • 🥢
    Trekking poles
    51% steep terrain, 868m+ ascent
  • 🧊
    Microspikes / light crampons
    Snow risk in November, December, January
Nice to have 1 items
  • 🦵
    Gaiters
    Keep 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
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