Ze Steinu - Brischeru

MODERATE (2.3/10)

Eril → Brischeru

Distance
9.1 km
Ascent
+1,408 m
Descent
-556 m
Est. Time
4h 38m
Altitude
1,292.4–2,173.9 m
Type
point-to-point

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Ze Steinu - Brischeru is a 9.1 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Eril to Brischeru. The route covers 1,408m of ascent and 556m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,292m to 2,173m. Allow approximately 4h 38m for the full route.

The route is divided into 2 segments. The toughest stretch is the 7.5 km from Rots Stockji to Brischeru, climbing 897m (allow 3h 27m for this section). In contrast, the 1.6 km from Eril to Rots Stockji is much gentler.

Only 43% 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 2,863 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.8 L of water.

Mid-altitude route up to 2174m. Accessible May–October.

Elevation Profile

1,400m1,600m1,800m2,000m2,200m0 km2 km4 km6 km8 km10 km2,174m1,292m
Moderate (10–15%) Very Steep (>25%) Easy (5–10%) Steep (15–25%) Flat (<5%)

Route Map

Trail Splits

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

SegmentDist↑ Ascent↓ DescentTimeCum. km
📍
Eril Rots Stockji
1.6 km+511m-0m1h 10m1.6
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Rots Stockji Brischeru
7.5 km+897m-556m3h 27m9.1
Total9.1 km+1,408m-556m4h 38m9.1

Pace & Fuel Calculator

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Est. Finish Time
3h 04m
Calories
2,476 kcal
Water Needed
2.4 L
Effort Distance
26 km
flat-equivalent
🍫 Recommended: ~45g carbs/hr (138g total) 🧂 Electrolytes: ~1536mg sodium/hr

Terrain Analysis

Runnability
43%
Mixed
% of route below 15% gradient
Climb Ratio
154 m/km
Very steep profile
↑ 1,408m ↓ 556m
High Point
2,173.9 m
Alpine zone
Low point: 1,292.4m — Range: 881.5m

Surface & Technicality

Terrain Difficulty Breakdown
Runnable Flat (6%) Easy Grade (17%) Moderate Climb (14%) Steep (33%) Very Steep / Technical (30%)

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

Sun Exposure

🌤️ Moderate Exposure 72% exposed · 28% shaded
Route shade profile
Forest/shaded (28%) Open terrain (59%) Above treeline (13%)
South-facing: 35% of route

☀️ High sun exposure. 13% 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
0%
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: May, June, July, August, September, October

Snow Conditions

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Suggested Gear List

Auto-generated based on 9.1 km, 1408m ascent, max altitude 2173.9m, ~5h duration.

Essential 7 items
  • 👟
    Trail running shoes / hiking boots
    Required for any trail
  • 📱
    Phone (charged) + offline map
    Navigation & emergency contact
  • 💧
    3L hydration vest
    No water sources on route
  • 🍫
    Trail mix, bars & sandwich
    Est. 2863 kcal burn
  • 🧴
    Sunscreen SPF 50+
    UV intensifies above 2000m
  • 🧢
    Sun hat / cap
    Exposed alpine terrain
  • 🧥
    Windbreaker / shell jacket
    Summit at 2173.9m — wind chill
Recommended 5 items
  • 🕶️
    Sunglasses (cat 3+)
    Snow & rock glare at altitude
  • 🧤
    Warm mid-layer (fleece)
    Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
  • 🩹
    Mini first aid kit
    Blister plasters, tape, antiseptic
  • 🥢
    Trekking poles
    63% steep terrain, 1408m+ ascent
  • 🧊
    Microspikes / light crampons
    Snow risk in November, December, January
Nice to have 2 items
  • 🦵
    Gaiters
    Keep snow out of boots
  • 💰
    Cash (CHF/EUR)
    Mountain huts often cash-only

Logistics

This route runs from Eril to Brischeru (9.1 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.

Start — Getting There
Eril
No transit stops detected nearby.
Finish — Getting Back
Brischeru
No transit stops detected nearby. Check local timetables.

Nearby Points of Interest

⛰️ Peaks

  • Roti Chüe 1.4 km off trail
  • Rots Stockji km 1.6 · 1.8 km off trail
  • Chlys Öugstchummuhorn 2.4 km off trail
  • Wiwannihorn 2.4 km off trail
  • Gross Öugstchummuhorn 2.5 km off trail

🏠 Mountain Huts

  • Wiwannihütte 1.5 km off trail

📍 Nearby Places

  • Milimatta km 5.5 · 2.6 km off trail

Route Details

Network
Local Trail Network
Sport
hiking
Start
Eril
End
Brischeru
Start Coordinates
46.34033, 7.87967
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