Sentiero Alpino Calanca
Overview
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Distance 45 km
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Ascent 3500 m
Intro
The Sentiero Alpino is a classic, a real gem among the multi-day treks. The trail hugs the steep flanks of the main north-south ridge of the mountain range that separates the south Graubünden valleys of Calanca and Misox.
Description
Starting point: San Bernardino Pass. The trail, bordered by rhododendrons and sparse larch forest, sits at 2000m, making way for spectacular panoramic views of alternating alpine terrain and beautiful mountain lakes. The 42km route leads through barren and imposing high mountain troughs and valleys; a sheer delight for hikers with its bold transitions and unique lodges along the way.
The Sentiero runs mainly on the Calanca side of the mountain range which is nearly 3000m above sea level; only the start in San Bernardino and the descent to Santa Maria are on the Misox valley side. The trail winds up towards the heavens and leads hiker high above the valley along crevices and from hut to hut. Besides the manned and serviced «Capanna Buffalora» hut, there are three self-service Rifugi (refuge huts), well-spaced out on the Sentiero and possessing a very special charm indeed.
San Bernardino village can be used as a starting point as well, with public transport links there better than at pass altitude.
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 |
San Bernardino Hospiz
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| Destination |
Santa Maria im Calancatal
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| Ascent |
3500 m
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| Descent |
4600 m
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| Distance |
45 km
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| Multiday route |
3 days
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| Technical requirements |
Medium
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| Physical requirements |
Difficult
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| Theme |
With panoramic view
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| Signalization |
Signalisation in both directions
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Associazione Sentiero Alpini Calanca
Casella postale
6548
Rossa
Phone
+41 (0)91 828 14 67
huettenwart@sentiero-calanca.ch
sentiero-calanca.ch
Quick Facts
Route number
Stages: 3