Silvretta Gletscherlehrpfad
MODERATE (1.8/10)Switzerland
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Silvretta Gletscherlehrpfad is a 8.1 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland. The route covers 1,016m of ascent and 323m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,645m to 2,556m. Allow approximately 3h 34m for the full route.
The route is divided into 3 segments. The toughest stretch is the 6.4 km from Hüttenwanghorn to Tällispitz, climbing 943m (allow 2h 59m for this section).
About 58% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 47% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 2,013 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.1 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2556m. 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 → Hüttenwanghorn | 0.7 km | +66m | -3m | 15 min | 0.7 |
⛰️ Hüttenwanghorn → Tällispitz | 6.4 km | +943m | -169m | 2h 59m | 7.1 |
⛰️ Tällispitz → End | 1.0 km | +6m | -151m | 20 min | 8.1 |
| Total | 8.1 km | +1,016m | -323m | 3h 34m | 8.1 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
⛰️ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 78% 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 8.1 km, 1016m ascent, max altitude 2556m, ~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. 2013 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2556m — 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, 1016m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from the trailhead to the finish (8.1 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Hüttenwanghorn km 0.7 · 1.4 km off trail
- Quaderahöreli km 0.2 · 1.6 km off trail
- Chessler 1.9 km off trail
- Birchenzughöreli km 7.9 · 2.2 km off trail
- Leidhorn 2.4 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Schwarze Wand km 7.1 · 2.8 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start Coordinates
- 46.86083, 10.01106
- OpenStreetMap
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