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    • Quarten, Switzerland

      Hike the Spitzmeilen

      11.8 mi / 2887.1 ft gain
      Maschgenkamm (2019m) is the starting point of this hike, which can easily be reached by cable car from Flumserberg. You can get to Flumserberg either by car, by post car from Sargans or cable car from Unterterzen. It takes about 90 minutes from Zurich.First follow the yellow sign for Ziegerfurgle...
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    • Vaduz, Liechtenstein

      Visit the Vaduz Castle in Lichtenstein

      4.0
      1 mi / 450 ft gain
      While traveling through Germany and the Alps, we noticed a country barley visible on the map. The country of Lichtenstein is landlocked in the middle of the Alps. Although you may have never heard of this tiny country, they are famous for their winter sports, being the 6th smallest countries in t...
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    • Glarus Süd, Switzerland

      Backpack to Richetlipass in the Glarus Alps

      14.3 mi / 4593.2 ft gain
      This is a point-to-point hike in the Glarus Alps of Switzerland, beginning in the town of Elm and ending in the town of Linthal. Elm can be reached in 1.5 hours by car from Zürich, or two hours by public transport. Take note that because this is a thru hike, it may be better to take advantage of ...
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    • Flims, Switzerland

      Hike around Crestasee Lake

      1.2 mi
      The hike isn't very intense or long. You just get out of the car walk through a forest, on a small path, go past a little waterfall, over a deep canyon with a river at the bottom of it. The river has a very strong blue color. After that you can go around the entire lake, it's wild and sometimes t...
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    • Erstfeld, Switzerland

      Hike Bälmeten

      9 mi / 4485 ft gain
      Brass Tax Distance: 9 mi out and back. Elevation Gain : 4,485 ft Difficulty: Difficult Time: Full day (overnight possibility) The Hike This hike begins in the town of Schattdorf. It is relatively accessible from most major cities by train and bus. You’ll take the cable car up at Schattdorf LS...
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    • Flüelen, Switzerland

      Hike to Surenenpass in the Uri Alps

      14 mi / 6000 ft gain
      The hike begins in the town of Attinghausen, which can easily be reached by public transport, about 1.5 hours from Zürich. You should follow the yellow signs for the Brüsti Seilbahn. Here, you can take the cable car up to Brüsti (the midpoint between Attinghausen and Surenen Pass) for 10 CHF/$10....
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    • Silenen, Switzerland

      Hike from Bristen to Sedrun via the Gotthard Tunnel

      10.6 mi / 4593.2 ft gain
      You start this hike at the Golzern-Talstation in the small town of Bristen in Canton Uri. As it is a point-to-point hike, I recommend to use public transportation. The journey from Amsteg to Bristen is already an adventure by itself: the road is so narrow that other vehicles cannot cross, so that...
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    • Engelberg, Switzerland

      Fürenalp Panorama Loop

      6.2 mi / 108 ft gain
      You can reach the start of this hike by taking the (free) hiker bus from Engelberg to the Fürenalp cable car. Take the cable car to the top, and you'll have a long, pleasant descent towards Staüber, with stunning views along the way. Near Staüber, the trail cuts back down the valley towards Füren...
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    • Engelberg, Switzerland

      Hike to Rugghubelhütte via Brunnihutte

      6.13 mi / 1801 ft gain
      The hike to Rugghubelhütte can begin either in Engelberg, or as described here, at the top of the Brunni (or Ristis) cable car. It just depends how much elevation you want to hike. From the top of Brunni, the trail meanders along the mountainside for a while before starting to climb more sharply....
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    • Engelberg, Switzerland

      Walenpfad Trail from Brunnihutte

      6.5 mi / 1280 ft gain
      Often touted as one of the most scenic trails in Engelberg, and with good reason! This fairly easy hike is enjoyed in either direction, starting from the Brunnihutte, or Banalpsee. From Brunnihutte, follow signs for the Walenpfad trail and Bannalpsee. The trail provides sweeping views of Titlis ...
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    • Engelberg, Switzerland

      Trübsee Loop via Engelberg

      8.43 mi / 2677 ft gain
      Trübsee Loop is a nice trail accessible from town that passes by Untertrübsee and stunning Trübsee. Enjoy views of the Engelberg valley and the incredible colors of the lake. While it can be done in either direction, the trail between Engelberg and Berghotel is quite steep, so many people prefer ...
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    • Engelberg, Switzerland

      Lutersee Loop

      11.1 mi / 4216 ft gain
      From Engelberg, head towards Eugenisee and then wind through houses on the edge of town before starting the ascent to Ober Zingel. You'll have great views of the valley, and steep climbing. At Ober Zingel you can stop for a snack, or continue upwards to Lutersee. From here, you'll continue hiking...
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    • Sankt Anton am Arlberg, Austria

      Kaltenberghutte to Konstanzerhutte Loop

      16.45 mi / 3389 ft gain
      I did this loop as a wonderful trail run, although it would also be possible to hike it in a long day, or split it up with a stay at Kaltenberghutte or Konstanzerhutte (book ahead). Starting at St Cristoph (a short bus from the center of St Anton), the trail climbs sharply before leveling out an...
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    • Sankt Anton am Arlberg, Austria

      Verwallsee St. Anton am Arlberg Loop

      7.78 mi / 1020 ft gain
      Starting from central St Anton, head west and follow signs for the Rossanaweg. The gravel path will pass under two tunnels, and then continues up the river. Follow signs for Verwallsee. The path climbs at a reasonable grade up the valley, alternating between singletrack trail and gravel paths. Ev...
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    • Sankt Anton am Arlberg, Austria

      Maienweg Trail to St Christoph

      3.85 mi / 1818 ft gain
      This demanding, but scenic route ascends from St Anton to St Christoph. Begin in town, following the trail under the Galzigbahn to the Sennhütte. From here, the trail is a bit more gradual as it traverses the valley. Eventually, you'll take a sharp right turn and climb sharply up many switchbacks...
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    • Sankt Anton am Arlberg, Austria

      Arlenweg Loop

      4.11 mi / 1165 ft gain
      Arlenweg Loop, easily accessible from St Anton, has views aplenty. If you go counter-clockwise, you can start from anywhere in central St Anton and head towards Nasserein. Follow signs for the Arlenweg. The trail climbs through lush forest for a bit before leveling off to traverse the mountainsid...
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    Guides, Insights and Stories from Quarten

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