Iffigsee-Rundweg
Overview
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Distance 11 km
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Duration 4 h 25 min
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Ascent 880 m
Intro
The around five-hour round tour from Iffigenalp - Iffigsee - Iffighore - Hohberg - back to Iffigenalp leads through the attractive nature reserve of Gelten-Iffigen. In July and August, a richly varied and rare world of flora is found on the rugged and romantic Hohberg.
Description
Iffigenalp is idyllically located at 1,584m altitude in a high valley above Lenk. From here, the hike begins through the Gelten – Iffigen nature reserve. After a first ascent, you reach the tranquil, deep-blue Iffigsee lake at 2,065 m. A place to linger and forget everyday routine. The courageous might even venture into the rather cold waters of the mountain lake. Fishing is possible in the Iffigsee lake, you can obtain a day licence at the Iffigenalp.
The trail then climbs on to the Iffighorn at 2,378 m, from where the views are simply superb. A large variety of Alpine flowers including rare species, waits to be discovered on the steady descent via Hohberg. In autumn, the larches gleam resplendent with their golden-yellow needles. The access from Hohberg down to Groppi is steep and requires surefootedness as well as a head for heights.
Back at Iffigenalp, you will have deserved a refreshing break on the terrace of the mountain restaurant. Iffigenalp can be reached by bus from the train station of Lenk.
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 |
Lenk (Iffigenalp)
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| Destination |
Lenk (Iffigenalp)
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| Direction |
Round trip
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| Ascent |
880 m
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| Descent |
880 m
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| Distance |
11 km
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| Duration |
4 h 25 min
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| Duration back |
4 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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| More information | https://schweizmobil.ch/en/hiking-in-switzerland/r... |
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