- 3:15 h
- 6.94 km
- 414 m
- 626 m
- 1,509 m
- 2,134 m
- 625 m
- Start: Biel
- Destination: Ratzi
For the normal route of this stage, we climb from Biel (1624 m) about 450 meters in altitude up to the Chinzigpass Chinzig Chulm (2073 m). Here we follow the Geissgrätli (2134 m) southeast until the path lets us descend. The descent leads on good paths over the Upper Gisleralp «Bi der alten Hütten» (1847 m), further over Obflüeweid and past Obflüh and Rietlig (1620 m) down to the Ratzi (1520 m).
- Technical difficulty: T2, white-red-white
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
Wiltschi/ Biel - Chinzig Chulm – Chängelen – Geissgrätli – Obflüeweid – Rietlig - Ratzi
Tour information
Mountain Railway Tour
Nature Highlight
Summit
Equipment
- Sturdy hiking shoes with a grippy sole, weather-appropriate equipment, topographic national maps (not just smartphone), compass and altimeter are part of the basic equipment.
- Additionally, a first aid kit, emergency blanket and mobile phone for emergencies are part of the basic equipment.
- Trekking poles are very helpful, especially with a heavy backpack.
- For alpine hiking trails, depending on the stage, rope, climbing harnesses, ice axe and crampons are additionally recommended.
Directions & Parking facilities
This stage is also possible as a day stage:
By public transport from Flüelen station, both the valley station of the Bürglen - Biel cable car (start) and the Springen - Ratzi cable car (destination) are easily and regularly accessible via a PostBus connection.
Additional information
- www.alpenkranz.ch
- There are two possible accommodations at Ratzi;
- Experiences in the Uri holiday region can be found here: uri.swiss
Local mountain guides and qualified hiking leaders can be found at; Montanara Bergerlebnisse, Mountain Guide Association Uri and Honigberg.ch
Literature
Author
Sanna Laurén
Organization
Verein Urner Wanderwege
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Tip:
Those who do not get enough on the alternative route (option) can climb from the Chulm to the Gamperstock (2275 m), which is about 100 m higher. A magnificent panoramic view compensates for this detour.
Option:
Adventurous people can bypass the Gamperstock on the north side, without too much altitude loss, after Chinzig Chulm towards the southeast on the old, partly unmarked and unpaved alpine path over the «Geissgrätlichrächen» - a sensational limestone landscape.
The descent goes in the direction of Sidenplangg via Obflüeweid and Rietlig to Ratzi (T4).
Safety guidelines
Mountain hiking is demanding. Knowledge of dangers in the mountains (rockfall, risk of slipping/falling, sudden weather changes) is necessary for mountain and alpine hiking trails.
Sturdy hiking shoes with a grippy sole, weather-appropriate equipment, topographic national maps (not just smartphone), compass and altimeter are part of the basic equipment. For alpine hiking trails, rope, ice axe and possibly crampons are additionally recommended. Additionally, a first aid kit, emergency blanket and mobile phone for emergencies are part of the basic equipment.
It is advisable to make serious route planning and careful preparation for every hike. The weather in the mountains can change very quickly. Fog can make orientation difficult even in summer. The greatest danger in summer besides heat is thunderstorms. Thunderstorms with heavy rain and hail quickly turn a small stream into large rivers and increase the risk of mudslides and rockfalls. Therefore, it is important to interpret the weather report when planning routes. Heat thunderstorms often come only in the afternoon, but frontal thunderstorms can occur at any time of the day. In general, it is worthwhile to be on the move early in summer.
Mountain guides or qualified hiking leaders (up to T4) are recommended for alpine hiking trails (white-blue-white marked routes), hiking leaders for hikes and mountain hikes. They take over the organization and planning of the tours so that guests can simply enjoy the hike.
The Urner hiking planner and the Uri Outdoor app help with planning. Via Geo Admin you find many useful information such as where pastures with guardian dogs, suckler cow pastures and also wildlife resting areas are located.
Hikers hike at their own risk. The Urner Wanderwege association does not assume liability for accidents occurring during the Urner Alpenkranz hike.
Attention at the alpine route over the «Geissgrätlichrächen»:
The route is difficult to find in poor visibility. Beware of grooves and holes!
Map
Hiking and biking map of the canton of Uri, Schächental sheet
The "Schächental" sheet is available in the web shop of the Urner hiking trails: www.urnerwanderwege.ch/de/shop
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