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This winter hike across the high St. Karl and Oberberg plateaus guarantees some truly impressive views. Enjoy the mountains of central Schwyz as you pass snow-topped coniferous forests and craggy rock formations.

Description

High above the little village of Illgau, the circular hike starts by the St. Karl mountain station. The route runs through open coniferous woodlands and past craggy rock formations and traditional Alpine huts. The two high plateaus of St. Karl and Oberberg promise breathtaking views and an atmosphere of complete calm. The winter hiking trail follows the Ibergeregg pass, offering uninterrupted views of the Schwyz valley basin and the Stoos-Muotatal region.

Things get a little livelier in the ski area below the Ibergeregg pass, before the trail leads you back to quieter surroundings. The mountains of Central Switzerland and the panoramic views soon make you forget the strenuous climb. The route back downhill takes you past Grossenboden to your original starting point at St. Karl.

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

Technical information

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Start location
Illgau, St. Karl
Destination
Illgau, St. Karl
Ascent
360 m
Descent
360 m
Distance
6 km
Duration
2 h 30 min
Physical requirements
Medium
Theme
With panoramic view, Through a nature conservation area
Signalization
Signalisation in one direction

Map

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Contact

Stoos-Muotatal Tourismus
Grundstrasse 232
6430  Schwyz

Phone  +41 (0)41 818 08 80
info@stoos-muotatal.ch
stoos-muotatal.ch

Quick Facts

Route number

No. 561

Distance

6 km

Duration

2 h 30 min

Ascent

360 m

Travel information: Illgau

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