6.3km
Total Distance
1,546m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A steep 6.3 km climb of about 1,550 m from Randa in the Mattertal to the Weisshornhütte at 2,932 m, below the east ridge of the Weisshorn. The path is relentless and stony in its upper part, with views of the Dom and the Mischabel peaks across the valley. Allow a full day for the round trip.

Route Map

Along the trail

  1. 1
    Drinking water
    at the start
  2. 2
    Drinking water · 3.8km
  3. 3
    Weisshornhütte SAC
    at the end · Mountain hut
Parking
38m from the start
Path grade (SAC)
T2

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Difficulty

5/5 · Very Difficult
  • Experience with long mountain hikes