Via Alpina

Questions about Via Alpina

How long is Via Alpina?

Via Alpina is 13.8 mi (22.1 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 35 min. It climbs 4,324 ft (1,318 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,192 ft (2,192 m).

How hard is Via Alpina?

GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Via Alpina?

Parking at the start. 9 more lots along the route.

Are there water and toilets on Via Alpina?

Drinking water on the way at 0.6 mi (1 km), 2.2 mi (3.5 km), 4.2 mi (6.7 km), 7 mi (11.2 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.6 mi (1 km), 0.8 mi (1.2 km), 13.3 mi (21.5 km).

Is Via Alpina shaded?

Partly shaded (35% under trees).

What can you do on Via Alpina?

Best for Hiking.

Where can you eat near Via Alpina?

Gasthaus Sonne, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Rhyner Sport, 0 mi (0.1 km). 1 picnic spots.

Is this a good week for Via Alpina?

GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.