Kärpfbrugg-Rundweg
Overview
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Distance 7 km
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Duration 2 h 25 min
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Ascent 400 m
Intro
This scenic walk through Freiberg Kärpf, Europe's oldest wildlife reserve, leads across the 50 meter wide Kärpf bridge and along the Garichti lake back to Mettmen.
Description
The top layer of the Kärpf bridge consists of Lochseiten limestone with softer, slaty flysch rock underneath. The Niederenbach brook has carved its underground path through the rock, thereby forming the Kärpf bridge. The natural bridge is one of the most spectacular outcrops of the Glarus thrust.
At low water level, it is possible to walk through the approx. 50 meter long, 3 to 4 meter high underground streambed (at your own risk!). Guided hikes through Freiberg Kärpf are also offered.
Tip: The trail can be extended to the Legler hut, a cozy and modern Swiss Alpine Club hut, managed with excellent care and serving delicious home-cooked food. Overnight accommodations are also available.
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 |
Schwanden (Mettmen)
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| Destination |
Schwanden (Mettmen)
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| Ascent |
400 m
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| Descent |
400 m
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| Distance |
7 km
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| Duration |
2 h 25 min
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| Duration back |
2 h 25 min
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| Technical requirements |
Medium
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| Physical requirements |
Medium
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| Theme |
With panoramic view
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| Signalization |
Signalisation in both directions
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