Via Alpina
Overview
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Distance 22 km
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Duration 7 h
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Ascent 740 m
Intro
Through Alpine flora to the Tannalp with a dairy, guesthouse and lake. The ridge hike over Balmeregghorn with wonderful views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains is truly impressive. Muggenstutz the dwarf and a sculpture garden promise variety on the way to Meiringen. Connoisseurs will find much to love on this stage: fresh cheese, exquisite desserts – both sure to delight gourmets.
Detour / Closure
There are detours or closures along this route, for more information see https://schweizmobil.ch/en/hiking-in-switzerland/route-1/stage-9
Description
Shortly after the Engstlenalp, you will pass one of the small dairies where fresh dairy products can be bought to take with you for later in the route. Those who wish can also watch the professionals making cheese to see how it's done. This will ensure you have the energy to tackle the climb up the Balmeregghorn. Once you have completed the ascent, you can look back at what you have conquered from the lofty heights of the Balmeregghorn. Spot the tranquil lakes of Melchsee, Tannensee and Engstlenalpsee far in the distance.
Along a narrow hiking trail, the route continues to the Planplatten mountain, with the impressive Jungfrau massif always in view. With a little luck, you might encounter chamois as they boisterously jump over the hiking trail. If you would prefer to give your legs a rest and avoid the long descent to Meiringen, you can take the cable car from Planplatten. Those who brave the descent can take a detour to the Schrändli Sculpture Garden. Having arrived in Meiringen, the famous local dessert should definitely be sampled: meringue. According to legend, this was invented in Meiringen by an Italian confectioner.
Food/drink along the route
Accommodation in Meiringen
- Meiringen, Hotel Victoria****
- Meiringen, Chalet zum Steg
- Meiringen, Dunkel Blaue Maus
- Meiringen, Bett und Zmorge
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 |
Engstlenalp
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| Destination |
Meiringen
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| Direction |
One way
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| Ascent |
740 m
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| Descent |
1950 m
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| Distance |
22 km
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| Duration |
7 h
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| Duration back |
8 h 15 min
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| Technical requirements |
Medium
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| Physical requirements |
Difficult
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| Season |
June - September
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| Theme |
Over a pass, To a mountain peak
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| More information | https://schweizmobil.ch/en/hiking-in-switzerland/r... |
Quick Facts
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