Via Capricorn

Route Glaspass - Turrahus

Overview

  • Distance 15 km
  • Duration 5 h
  • Ascent 820 m

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Intro

The second stage leads from the Glas Pass over what was once the most important connecting route for the people of the Safien Valley. After lots of turns – known as «Stägä» – it descends to Safien Platz. Onwards through the valley, where the Walser culture has left its mark, and thence to the Turrahus.

Description

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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
Glaspass
Destination
Turrahus
Direction
One way
Ascent
820 m
Descent
1000 m
Distance
15 km
Duration
5 h
Duration back
5 h 15 min
Technical requirements
Medium
Physical requirements
Difficult
Details Tour description

Route

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Map

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Contact

Viamala Tourismus
Bodenplatz 4
7435  Splügen

Phone  +41 (0)81 650 90 30
info@viamala.ch
viamala.ch

Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 2/3

Distance

15 km

Duration

5 h

Ascent

820 m

Travel information: Glaspass

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