Schwängimatt - Klus
MODERATE (2.1/10)Bodenbännli → Schwengimatt
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Schwängimatt - Klus is a 9.1 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Bodenbännli to Schwengimatt. The route covers 979m of ascent and 396m of descent, with elevations ranging from 478m to 1,061m. Allow approximately 4h 06m for the full route.
The route is divided into 4 segments. The toughest stretch is the 6.1 km from Wannenflue to Rosschopf, climbing 510m (allow 2h 22m for this section).
With 82% of the route below 15% gradient, strong trail runners can maintain a good rhythm for much of the distance. Some pitches hit 60% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 2,288 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.5 L of water.
Low-altitude route (max 1061m). Hikeable most of the year.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Trail Splits
Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).
| Segment | Dist | ↑ Ascent | ↓ Descent | Time | Cum. km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Bodenbännli → Wannenflue | 3.4 km | +357m | -24m | 1h 17m | 3.4 |
⛰️ Wannenflue → Rosschopf | 6.1 km | +510m | -370m | 2h 22m | 9.4 |
⛰️ Rosschopf → Usserberg | 1.1 km | +99m | -2m | 23 min | 10.5 |
⛰️ Usserberg → Schwengimatt | 0.2 km | +12m | -0m | 3 min | 10.7 |
| Total | 9.1 km | +979m | -396m | 4h 06m | 9.1 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🥾 Mixed terrain: expect sustained climbs between runnable sections.
Sun Exposure
🌲 Mostly shaded route. Good tree cover at lower elevations. Less sun exposure risk, but still carry sun protection for any exposed ridge sections.
Current Conditions
Conditions for July
✅ Snow unlikely at this elevation in July. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
Snow Conditions
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Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 9.1 km, 979m ascent, max altitude 1061.3m, ~4h 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. 2288 kcal burn
- 🧴 SunscreenBasic sun protection
- 🧥 Light rain jacketWeather changes fast in the mountains
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in December, January, February
- 🥢 Trekking poles (optional)979m ascent — helps on descents
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Bodenbännli to Schwengimatt (9.1 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Chluser Roggen 1.3 km off trail
- Wannenflue km 3.4 · 1.5 km off trail
- Bisecht km 0.1 · 1.6 km off trail
- Usserberg km 10.5 · 1.4 km off trail
- Zollbodenchopf km 10.7 · 1.6 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Wannenflue km 2.6 · 931m off trail
- Tela Areal 1.1 km off trail
- Im Hemmet km 0.1 · 1.2 km off trail
- Im Hüttenmätteli 1.3 km off trail
- Wanne km 10.5 · 1.7 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Bodenbännli
- End
- Schwengimatt
- Start Coordinates
- 47.30744, 7.68958
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