Via Alpina Red R100
MODERATE (2.3/10)Schwarenbach → Adelboden
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Via Alpina Red R100 is a 13.9 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Schwarenbach to Adelboden. The route covers 697m of ascent and 1,395m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,275m to 2,593m. Allow approximately 5h 29m for the full route.
The route is divided into 6 segments. The toughest stretch is the 3.1 km from Felsenhorn to Tierhörnli, climbing 432m (allow 1h 23m for this section). In contrast, the 2.0 km from Fitzer to Luser is much gentler.
About 69% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 60% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 2,840 kcal of energy expenditure and 3.3 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2594m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Schwarenbach → Felsenhorn | 1.1 km | +143m | -0m | 27 min | 1.1 |
⛰️ Felsenhorn → Tierhörnli | 3.1 km | +432m | -50m | 1h 23m | 4.2 |
⛰️ Tierhörnli → Tschingellochtighorn | 1.7 km | +16m | -295m | 36 min | 5.9 |
⛰️ Tschingellochtighorn → Fitzer | 2.9 km | +2m | -396m | 54 min | 8.8 |
⛰️ Fitzer → Luser | 2.0 km | +1m | -507m | 49 min | 10.8 |
⛰️ Luser → Adelboden | 5.1 km | +103m | -146m | 1h 18m | 15.8 |
| Total | 13.9 km | +697m | -1,395m | 5h 29m | 13.9 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🧗 Challenging terrain with significant elevation changes. Expect to walk the climbs.
Sun Exposure
🌤️ Mixed shade and exposure. Sections above 2000m are fully exposed. Lower sections offer some tree cover. Sun protection still recommended.
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 13.9 km, 697m ascent, max altitude 2593.7m, ~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. 2840 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2593.7m — 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 poles40% steep terrain, 697m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
- 💰 Cash (CHF/EUR)Mountain huts often cash-only
Logistics
This route runs from Schwarenbach to Adelboden (13.9 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Wyssi Flue km 0.2 · 876m off trail
- Felsenhorn km 1.1 · 1.2 km off trail
- Chli Rinderhorn 1.6 km off trail
- Chindbettihore km 4.8 · 2.5 km off trail
- Rote Totz km 3 · 2.7 km off trail
🏠 Mountain Huts
- Üeschinenhütte km 0.2 · 2.5 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Seestutz km 1.8 · 1.6 km off trail
- Spittelmatte 2.3 km off trail
- Ueschinengrat 2.5 km off trail
- Hinterengstligen km 9.9 · 2.1 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- International Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Schwarenbach
- End
- Adelboden
- Start Coordinates
- 46.43198, 7.62514
- OpenStreetMap
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