Via Alpina
Overview
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Distance 13 km
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Duration 4 h 15 min
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Ascent 820 m
Intro
The wide, steep and remote Weisstannental valley awaits with lovely hamlets such as Vermol and the wonderful Champersee lake. You climb high-level trails on the west flank of the valley towards the Weisstannen stage point.
Description
From Sargans, it does not take long to reach the tranquillity of Mels. This is the start of the only steep ascent on this stage, climbing an impressive 600 m in altitude. The forest trail goes along the western side of the Weisstannen Valley. Not long after, the trail heads downhill to the Seez river. In Schwendi, hungry hikers can make a stop off at Gasthaus Mühle, even though the day’s destination is not far away.
Once in Weisstannen, hikers are rewarded with glorious views of the surrounding mountains, and the small museum post office fits in perfectly with its lovingly tended herb garden. Marcel and Andreas will take care of guests’ culinary wellbeing at Gasthaus Alpenhof. This historic hotel is a chance to immerse yourself in a bygone era, and offers a delightful combination of simplicity, attention to detail and warm hospitality.
Food/drink along the route
Gasthaus Mühle, Schwendi
Restaurant Fischerstübli, Schwendi
Alp Siez, Weisstannen Valley
Accommodation in Weisstannen
Hotel Alpenhof, Weisstannen Valley
Hotel Gemse, Weisstannen Valley
An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted
| Start location |
Sargans
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| Destination |
Weisstannen
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| Direction |
One way
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| Ascent |
820 m
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| Descent |
300 m
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| Distance |
13 km
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| Duration |
4 h 15 min
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| Duration back |
3 h 45 min
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| Technical requirements |
Easy
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| Physical requirements |
Medium
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| Season |
April - October
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