recommended route
Maloja - Isola - Maloja
Winter hiking
· Bregaglia
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/Photo: Bregaglia Engadin Turismo, Bregaglia Engadin Turismo -
/ Wanderweg mit Blick auf Isola (die Loipe läuft parallel)Photo: Bregaglia Engadin Turismo, Bregaglia Engadin Turismo
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/ Wanderweg und Loipe bei Plan CurtinaccPhoto: Bregaglia Engadin Turismo, Bregaglia Engadin Turismo
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/ IsolaPhoto: Bregaglia Engadin Turismo, Bregaglia Engadin Turismo
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/ IsolaPhoto: Bregaglia Engadin Turismo, Bregaglia Engadin Turismo
From Maloja you can easily walk along a wide path even in winter to the authentic hamlet of Isola.
easy
Distance 6.7 km
2:00 h
49 m
54 m
The hiking trail opens up wonderful views on the Lake Sils and the three thousand metre peaks that border the Bregaglia Valley and the Engadin to the north and south. In Isola, a hamlet like from the last century, you can stop at the Hotel Restaurant Lagrev and get refreshed for the way back. The path is the same, the view now goes south-west into the Bregaglia Valley.
Attention: the hiking trail from Isola further towards Sils Maria is not an official winter hiking trail. From about mid-January the path across the lake is ready.
Author’s recommendation
The Cadurisch family runs a large herd of goats on Isola. Have a look: www.isola-capra.ch
Difficulty
easy
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
1,828 m
Lowest point
1,798 m
Best time of year
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Safety information
The path is comfortable and easy to walk in all seasons. It is neither exposed nor at risk of avalanches. Suitable for prams and for families.Tips and hints
Bregaglia Engadin Turismowww.bregaglia.ch
Infopoint Maloja
+41 81 822 15 55
Start
Parking at the Giacometti Sport Maloja (1,809 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'773'543E 1'141'511N
DD
46.402497, 9.695583
DMS
46°24'09.0"N 9°41'44.1"E
UTM
32T 553468 5139004
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Destination
Parking at the Giacometti Sport Maloja
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'773'543E 1'141'511N
DD
46.402497, 9.695583
DMS
46°24'09.0"N 9°41'44.1"E
UTM
32T 553468 5139004
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
Normal winter hiking equipment.Basic Equipment for Winter Hiking
- 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 Winter Hiking
- Hiking poles fitted with snow baskets
- Trail ‘spike’ crampons at minimum and a basic ice axe are recommended when covering steeper terrain
- 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
easy
Distance
6.7 km
Duration
2:00 h
Ascent
49 m
Descent
54 m
Morning
Afternoon
Avalanche conditions
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Statistics
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Maps and trails
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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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