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Isleten is an idyllic village on Lake Urn, and Gitschenen a unique sunny mountain terrace surrounded by Switzerland’s steepest wild haymaking terrain. Isenthal is located in between these two. This is an exciting hike on old paths up into the mountains.

Description

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
Isleten
Destination
Gitschenen
Direction
One way
Ascent
1250 m
Descent
160 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
4 h 40 min
Duration back
3 h 30 min
Technical requirements
Medium
Physical requirements
Difficult
Season
June - October
Theme
With panoramic view, To an alp
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Route

ViaUrschweiz

Isleten - Klewenalp
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    ViaUrschweiz, Stage 1/2

    Isleten - Gitschenen
  • ViaUrschweiz, Stage 2/2

    Gitschenen - Klewenalp
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Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 1/2

Distance

12 km

Duration

4 h 40 min

Ascent

1250 m

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