--- title: "Glatten (2504 m.a.s.l.)" url: "https://www.luzern.com/en/tour/glatten-2504-masl" description: "Glatten is a very popular ski touring destination due to its beautiful northern slopes. The panoramic view of the Urner, Glarner, and Schwyzer Alps is also rewarding.Ascent / descentA)Normal route from Sali. Difficulty WS- Ascent / descent: 1349 m | Opposite ascent on descent: 0 m- Start altitude: 1155 m.a.s.l. | Target altitude: 2504 m.a.s.l.- Ascent time: 4¼ h | Distance: 6 km- Places on the route: Gross Gade - Eggen (Unterschächen - UR) - Wächters ButzenAscent / descentB) from Glattalp hut. Difficulty ZS- Ascent / descent: 753 m | Opposite ascent on descent: 143 m- Start altitude: 1894 m.a.s.l. | Target altitude: 2504 m.a.s.l.- Ascent time: 3¼ h | Distance: 5.5 km" language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2779960/958acdd83899697329ec308597c5d1843bf4941eb847bfcdac0ec0f2e565bd58/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Welcome to Lucerne > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Glatten (2504 m.a.s.l.) ======================= - Tip - 11.52 km long - Difficulty: medium - Condition: easy - Great panorama - Ski and Snowboard Magnificent limestone plateau at the end of the Bisistal with a unique panoramic view of the Urner, Glarner, and Schwyzer Alps. Glatten is a very popular ski touring destination due to its beautiful northern slopes. The panoramic view of the Urner, Glarner, and Schwyzer Alps is also rewarding. **Ascent / descent** **A)***Normal route* from Sali. Difficulty WS \- Ascent / descent: 1349 m \| Opposite ascent on descent: 0 m \- Start altitude: 1155 m.a.s.l. \| Target altitude: 2504 m.a.s.l. \- Ascent time: 4¼ h \| Distance: 6 km \- Places on the route: Gross Gade - Eggen (Unterschächen - UR) - Wächters Butzen **Ascent / descent** **B)** from Glattalp hut. Difficulty ZS \- Ascent / descent: 753 m \| Opposite ascent on descent: 143 m \- Start altitude: 1894 m.a.s.l. \| Target altitude: 2504 m.a.s.l. \- Ascent time: 3¼ h \| Distance: 5.5 km Read more - 4:15 h - 11.52 km - 1,100 m - 723 m - 1,155 m - 2,504 m - 1,349 m - - Start: Bisistal, Sali - Destination: Glatten Good to know ------------ Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Gross Gade - Eggen (Unterschächen - UR) - Wächters Butzen Read more Equipment Adequate provisions and fitness Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**By car on the A4 to the Schwyz exit, then towards Muotathal to the Sahli Glattalp cable car. Read more **Parking**Parking options are available at the Glattalp cable car. Read more **Public transportation**Take the train to Schwyz-Seewen station, then the bus to Muotathal Post. From there, take the bus towards Sahli. Read more Additional information Stoos-Muotatal Tourism, 041 818 08 80 info@stoos-muotatal.ch Read more Organization Stoos-Muotatal Tourismus Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author The Pragel taxi (Pragelgarage Tel. +41 41830 11 81) is available to guests for transport. Read more Safety guidelines The road from Gasthaus Schwarzenbach to Sali is only cleared sporadically; driving is always at your own risk! **Ski touring routes are not marked or prepared. Enter at your own risk. Please observe the following rules of conduct on ski tours.** **Healthy and fit for the mountains** Good fitness through regular endurance and strength training. Make sure to have energy reserves for the descent. **Careful tour planning** Pay special attention to the weather forecast, as cold, wind, and poor visibility greatly increase the risk of accidents. Plan alternative routes and checkpoints. **Complete equipment** Standard emergency equipment includes an avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe, first-aid kit, bivouac sack, mobile phone (European emergency number 112), and an airbag system. **Avalanche report** Inform yourself thoroughly about the avalanche danger before the tour! How high is the risk level, where are the hazard spots, what are the current avalanche problems? **Assess avalanche risk** Base your decisions on strategic risk assessment methods (reduction methods) and watch for danger signs in the terrain. **Orientation and breaks** It is important to master the use of maps, altimeter, compass, app, or GPS. Drinking, eating, and taking breaks are necessary to maintain performance and concentration. **Keep distances** Distances help relieve the snow cover and limit damage. Relief distances of 10 m when ascending steep slopes also increase comfort when making switchbacks. On the descent, always keep distances of at least 30 m and descend very steep slopes one at a time. **Avoid falls** Falls on the descent are the most common cause of accidents on ski tours. They also mean a great additional burden for the snow cover. **Small groups** Small groups (up to 6 people) increase safety. Communication with other winter sports enthusiasts and mutual consideration prevent dangerous situations. **Respect for nature and the environment** Respect wildlife, protected areas, and do not enter reforestation areas. For transportation, form car pools or use public transport. Read more Download GPX file - - - -