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Stage 6
45.06 Zernez (Vallun Chafuol) - Zernez, Nationalpark-Panoramaweg
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/Photo: Romedi Conradin, Graubünden Ferien - normierte Touren
moderate
Distance 14.4 km
7:19 h
1,250 m
1,500 m
2,540 m
1,471 m
The hike leads right through the Swiss National Park with its unusual fauna and flora, an impressive wilderness. Striking views from the top of the Murterpass down into the wild Cluozza Gorge.
Author’s recommendation
Die Etappe kann mit den öffentlichen Verkehrsmittel vereinfacht werden. Empfehlung: Postauto Zernez Posta nach Zernez Vallun Chafuol.
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
2,540 m
Lowest point
1,471 m
Best time of year
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Tips and hints
- snowfields possible into summer months on high-level sections.
- no overnight accommodation possibilities in stage destination Vallun Chafuol; please see bus recommendation No. 262 from Zernez to Vallun Chafuol.
- the National Park is a nature reserve with stringent regulations. Dogs are not allowed in and biking is not permitted. Picking and collecting flora is strictly forbidden. Please note the information panels at the entrances.
Start
Zernez (Vallun Chafuol) (1,711 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'808'496E 1'171'421N
DD
46.661441, 10.163321
DMS
46°39'41.2"N 10°09'48.0"E
UTM
32T 588998 5168199
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Destination
Zernez
Note
National park Swiss National Park: December 20 - April 30
all notes on protected areas
Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'808'496E 1'171'421N
DD
46.661441, 10.163321
DMS
46°39'41.2"N 10°09'48.0"E
UTM
32T 588998 5168199
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
Basic Equipment for Hiking
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Hiking socks
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
- Sunglasses
- Hiking poles
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Kit para bolhas
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Reviews
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
14.4 km
Duration
7:19 h
Ascent
1,250 m
Descent
1,500 m
Highest point
2,540 m
Lowest point
1,471 m
Statistics
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Maps and trails
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Descent
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