Pazolastock

  • Tip
  • 2.57 km long
  • Difficulty: medium
  • Condition: easy
  • Great panorama
  • Ski and Snowboard
A classic route that’s perfect for beginners. Starting at the Oberalp Pass, the tour winds its way up gentle slopes to the Pazolastock (Piz Nurschalas in Romansh).

Whether in summer or winter, the Pazolastock is a popular destination for all mountain enthusiasts.

The ski tour to the Pazolastock begins at the Oberalp Pass. From here, the route initially leads southwestward over gentle slopes and well-maintained forest trails. After gaining the first few meters in elevation, the landscape opens up, offering sweeping views of the surrounding peaks of the Uri Alps. The ascent involves a total elevation gain of about 700 meters; it is moderately steep and well-suited even for beginners looking for a varied but not overly challenging route.

The summit area of the Pazolastock (at 2,739 meters above sea level) rewards hikers with a magnificent panoramic view of the Uri Alps. For the descent, there are several varied options:

  • The same route back to the Oberalp Pass
  • Via Nurschalas Grondas to Tschamutt
  • Via Pazolaälpetli, Schöni, and Nätschen to Andermatt (only when conditions are safe, as this route is steeper and more exposed)

  • 2:00 h
  • 2.57 km
  • 698 m
  • 1 m
  • 2,041 m
  • 2,739 m
  • 698 m
  • Start: Oberalppass Train Station
  • Destination: Oberalppass Train Station

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Oberalp Pass - Las Puozas - Puozas dil Lai - Pazolastock

Tour information

  • Mountain summit

  • Nature highlight

Equipment

  • Ski Touring Gear
  • Avalanche gear
  • Helmet
  • Food
  • Warm clothing
  • Offline map, GPS

Directions & Parking facilities

Getting there
The starting point at the Oberalp Pass is closed to traffic in winter and therefore cannot be reached directly. To get there, you must first drive to Sedrun or Andermatt and then continue by train from there. Once the pass reopens in the spring, it will again be possible to drive all the way to the top of the pass.
Parking
When the pass is open, parking is available right at the Oberalp Pass. If the pass is closed, parking is available in Andermatt or Sedrun.
Public transportation
The starting point at the Oberalp Pass is easily accessible via the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway. You can find the current schedule at: www.sbb.ch.

Additional information

Timetable for travel on the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway: www.sbb.ch

Author

Andermatt-Urserntal Tourismus GmbH

Organization

Région de vacances Andermatt

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

The tour can be combined with other peaks, such as the Rossbodenstock.

Safety guidelines

Before starting the tour, be sure to check the avalanche report and find out about the local conditions.