Lärch - Chummefurgge - Blitzingen
MODERATE (2.3/10)From Lärch
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Lärch - Chummefurgge - Blitzingen is a 10.5 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland. The route covers 1,283m of ascent and 830m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,388m to 2,646m. Allow approximately 4h 55m for the full route.
The route is divided into 5 segments. The toughest stretch is the 5.2 km from Lärch to Ärnergale, climbing 1,189m (allow 3h 00m for this section).
Only 45% of the route is below 15% gradient — expect to hike more than you run. Some pitches hit 60% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 2,951 kcal of energy expenditure and 3.0 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2646m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Lärch → Ärnergale | 5.2 km | +1189m | -2m | 3h 00m | 5.2 |
⛰️ Ärnergale → Chummehorn | 2.0 km | +94m | -24m | 34 min | 7.1 |
⛰️ Chummehorn → Ober Rappehorn | 1.0 km | +0m | -246m | 24 min | 8.2 |
⛰️ Ober Rappehorn → Bockbiel | 0.8 km | +0m | -246m | 22 min | 9.0 |
⛰️ Bockbiel → End | 1.5 km | +0m | -313m | 33 min | 10.5 |
| Total | 10.5 km | +1,283m | -830m | 4h 55m | 10.5 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
⛰️ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 70% 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 10.5 km, 1283m ascent, max altitude 2646.5m, ~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. 2951 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2646.5m — 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
- 🔦 Headlamp5h route — plan for delays
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles64% steep terrain, 1283m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Lärch to the finish (10.5 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Chummehorn km 7.1 · 1.5 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Sattu km 0.3 · 1.1 km off trail
- Eischta km 0.3 · 1.2 km off trail
- Biina km 0.3 · 1.2 km off trail
- Eischtebord km 0.3 · 1.2 km off trail
- Leemeschgade km 0.3 · 1.6 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Lärch
- Start Coordinates
- 46.44038, 8.21207
- OpenStreetMap
- View on OSM →
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