- 2:45 h
- 7.28 km
- 299 m
- 573 m
- 1,885 m
- 2,404 m
- 519 m
- Start: Maighelshütte
- Destination: Vermigelhütte
In a typical glacier-shaped mountain landscape marked by flat moorlands, we hike from the Maighelshütte SAC (2310 m), following the well-marked path past the small Lai Carin (2255 m) and ascend to the flat Lolenpass/ Pass Tagliola (2401 m). Before us lies the Unteralp Valley, opposite the "ski mountain" Gemsstock, and to the right of the Furka Pass, bold granite needles rise into the sky. After the flat part of the pass, the trail suddenly descends steeply. Passing Ober Lolen towards Unter Lolen and after a turn at (Pt. 2230 m), in several dozen zigzag bends, it sharply descends into the valley floor of the Unteralp. Then we hike left with a slight ascent along the Unteralpreuss downstream to Tros and to the Vermigelhütte SAC (2042 m).
- Technical difficulty: T2, white-red-white
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
Tour information
Nature Highlight
Equipment
- Sturdy hiking shoes with grippy soles, weather-appropriate equipment, topographic national maps (not just smartphone), compass, and altimeter are part of the basic equipment.
- Additionally, a pocket first aid kit, emergency blanket, and mobile phone for emergencies are part of the basic equipment.
- Hiking poles are very helpful, especially with a heavy backpack.
Directions & Parking facilities
This stage is possible as a day hike.
Take the train to the Oberalp Pass and start the return journey via Andermatt or vice versa.
Additional information
- www.alpenkranz.ch
- Accommodation for stage 20; Vermigelhütte
- Learn more about the Four Sources Trail here!
- Experiences in the Uri holiday region can be found here: uri.swiss
- Local mountain guides & qualified hiking leaders can be found at; Montanara Mountain Experiences,Mountain Guide Association Uri and Honigberg.ch
- Information about the Four Sources Trail: vier-quellen-weg.ch
Literature
Author
Sanna Laurén
Organization
Verein Urner Wanderwege
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Tip:
It is generally recommended to book hut spaces early. During the season, most huts are often well booked.
Option:
At the Maighelshütte, we are very close to the source of the Rhine. Let's also visit the source. For this, we hike downstream to a prominent signpost that points up a terrain step to Lake Toma. Nestled in a cirque, the crystal-clear source of the Rhine lies before us (2344 m).
The young source faces a 1320 km long journey to the North Sea.
To return to the route, we descend from Lai da Tuma first to about 2174 m and then back up to Lai Urlaun (2249 m).
Safety guidelines
Mountain hiking is demanding.
For mountain and alpine hiking trails, knowledge of mountain dangers (falling rocks, slipping/fall risk, sudden weather changes) is necessary. Sturdy hiking shoes with grippy soles, weather-appropriate equipment, topographic national maps (not just smartphone), compass, and altimeter are part of the basic equipment. Additionally, a pocket first aid kit, emergency blanket, and mobile phone for emergencies are part of the basic equipment.
It is advisable to plan tours seriously and prepare carefully for every hike. The weather in the mountains can change very quickly. Fog can make orientation difficult even in summer. The greatest dangers in summer besides heat are thunderstorms. Thunderstorms with heavy rain and hail can quickly turn a small stream into a large river, increasing the risk of mudslides and rockfalls. Therefore, it is important to interpret the weather forecast in tour planning. Warm-season thunderstorms often come only in the afternoon, but frontal thunderstorms can occur at any time of day. Generally, it is worth being on the trail early in summer.
Mountain guides or qualified hiking leaders (up to T4) are recommended for alpine trails (marked white-blue-white), hiking leaders for hikes and mountain hikes. They take over the organization and planning of tours so guests can simply enjoy the hike.
The Uri hiking planner and the Uri Outdoor app help with planning. Through Geo Admin, you find many useful pieces of information, such as where pastures with herd protection dogs, mother cow pastures, and wildlife resting areas are located.
Hikers hike at their own risk. The Urner Wanderwege association is not liable for accidents occurring during the Urner Alpenkranz hike.
Map
Uri hiking and biking map, Gotthard sheet
The "Gotthard" sheet is available in the Urner Wanderwege web shop: www.urnerwanderwege.ch/de/shop
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