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Macugnaga - Saas Almagell
Visorando Member
12.52 mi
+5,548 ft
-4,314 ft
10h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Macugnaga (Verbano-Cusio-Ossola)
During this stage, at Passo di Monte Moro, you cross from Italy (Piedmont) to Switzerland (German-speaking Valais).
Hike with a brief description, to be followed with the Visorando app.
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Saas Almagell - Gspon
11.96 mi
+3,681 ft
-3,015 ft
8h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Saas Almagell (Valais)
Balcony stage above the Saastal.
Hike with a brief description, to be followed with the Visorando app.
Saas-Almagell - Gspon
14.96 mi
+4,616 ft
-3,953 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saas Almagell (Valais)
You will return to Almageller Alp via the Almagellerhorn adventure trail, which is marked with ladders, steps and a suspension bridge. The trail returns to the Saas Valley and remains at almost the same altitude until Kreuzboden. From this balcony, you can admire the Mischabel massif and the resort of Saas Fee. Overlooking the Saastal and at the foot of the Fletschorn, you will walk through old pastures. You will pass through several Walser hamlets before arriving in Gspon.
Saas Fee - Grachen
9.72 mi
+4,268 ft
-3,212 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saas Fee (Valais)
A long balcony stage allowing you to climb up the Saas Fée valley, dominating it by about 500m and sometimes more. A spectacular route passing from one valley floor to another, with the special feature of being able to see the next change in valley floor in the distance.
Macugnaga - Saas Fee
7.83 mi
+5,364 ft
-2,438 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Macugnaga (Verbano-Cusio-Ossola)
This stage takes you through Switzerland via the Grand Col du Monte Moro, followed by a beautiful descent to Lake Mattmark. Once you reach the lake, take the bus to Saas Fée.
Rifugio Andolla - Lago di Antrona
7.43 mi
+1,099 ft
-4,229 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Antrona Schieranco (Verbano-Cusio-Ossola)
Passing through the mountain pastures of Piana Ronchelli and del Gabbio, a pleasant trail will take you to the shores of Lago dei Cavalli. After skirting the lake, you will cross the small hamlet of Cheggio. You will discover a few more mountain pastures before returning to civilisation at Antronapiana. This charming village is the lowest point of this tour. You will reach Lago di Antrona and the Albergo Lagopineta. Lago di Antrona is very busy during the day but in the evening, everything returns to calm.
Lago di Antrona - Saas-Almagell
13.42 mi
+6,319 ft
-4,373 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Antrona Schieranco (Verbano-Cusio-Ossola)
You will walk along the two magnificent lakes of Antrona and Campliccioli. You will follow the Troncone torrent, and the climb to Alpe Saler, Alpe Cingino and Lago di Cingino will require some effort, but it will be well worth it. The setting is stunning, as the lake is located in the centre of a huge cirque. The climb to the Antronapass is pleasant and easy. The pass marks the border between Italy and Switzerland. The long descent to Furggu will take you to Saas Almagell for a well-deserved rest.
Europaweg-Hütte - Théodule refuge
12.57 mi
+6,768 ft
-3,114 ft
11h 40
Difficult
Departure from Täsch (Valais)
Due to the closure of the Europaweg trail between Täschalp and Zermatt, we had to modify the original route. Return to Täsch via another trail and, given the long distance to cover, take the shuttle to Zermatt. Short break in this unique town at the foot of the Matterhorn, cable car to Trockener Steg and then walk to the Théodule refuge.
Europahütte - Europaweghütte
6.95 mi
+3,107 ft
-3,392 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Randa (Valais)
Due to the closure of the large Himalayan footbridge over the Grabengufer scree, it is necessary to take the emergency path down to Tasch and then undertake a remarkable climb to the alpine hamlet of Täschalp, where the Europaweghütte lodge is located.
Europahutte - Saint Nicklaus
9.38 mi
+2,802 ft
-6,529 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Randa (Valais)
A new stage on the balcony at the foot of the great peaks separating the valleys of Zermatt and Saas Fee.
Route des cinq lacs, above Zermatt
5.65 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,375 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Zermatt (Valais)
Imagine a world-famous postcard backdrop and a route along five lakes perched above Zermatt. What's more, it's effortless, as you go up by funicular and come down by train. The only downside is the cost of transport!