recommended route
Maloja circular path
Snowshoeing
· Bregaglia
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/ Maloja Cresta, Engadin, Graubünden, SchweizPhoto: Bregaglia Engadin Turismo -
/Photo: Bregaglia Engadin Turismo, Bregaglia Engadin Turismo
Signed route along the snow-covered lake shore, then up to Plan Curtinac and through the whitewashed woods back to Maloja.
moderate
Distance 3.5 km
2:00 h
122 m
114 m
Maloja - Campsite - Lake shore path towards Isola - Plan Brüsciabräga - Plan Curtinac - Maloja
Author’s recommendation
As the paths do not pass restaurants, it is advisable to take a small backpack with snacks. In Maloja itself, some restaurants offer delicious local specialities.
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Risk potential
Highest point
1,913 m
Lowest point
1,799 m
Best time of year
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Start
Maloja (1,800 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'773'764E 1'141'638N
DD
46.403584, 9.698500
DMS
46°24'12.9"N 9°41'54.6"E
UTM
32T 553691 5139127
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Destination
Maloja
Turn-by-turn directions
All paths are marked with pink signs with a white snowshoe.
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Parking
Maloja, car park multi-purpose hallCoordinates
SwissGrid
2'773'764E 1'141'638N
DD
46.403584, 9.698500
DMS
46°24'12.9"N 9°41'54.6"E
UTM
32T 553691 5139127
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
Snowshoes and poles can be rented in the local sports shop "Giacometti Sport, Maloja". A hiking boot is ideal for the excursion.Basic Equipment for Snow Shoe Walking
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots appropriate for winter use (B1+ recommended)
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Long, warm technical socks plus liners and spares
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Water- and windproof mountaineering jacket and trousers with ankle adjustment or separate gaiters
- Lip protection (SPF 30+)
- Water- and windproof gloves plus thin fleece inner gloves
- Neckwear
- moisture wicking skull / knit cap
- Sunglasses
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Blister kit
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
Technical Equipment for Snow Shoe Walking
- Hiking poles fitted with snow baskets
- Snowshoes
- 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.
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
3.5 km
Duration
2:00 h
Ascent
122 m
Descent
114 m
Morning
Afternoon
Avalanche conditions
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Statistics
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Maps and trails
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Distance
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Ascent
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Descent
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Highest point
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Lowest point
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