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description: "The ski tour from Realp to the Stotzigen Firsten is one of the classic tours in the Gotthard region. The broad northeast shoulder often offers good snow conditions, making the tour a popular destination for ski tourers. The tour starts in Realp. From there, the route initially follows Witenwasserenstrasse. Shortly before Mittglischgaden, it branches off to the right and continues along the summer hiking trail. At “Auf den Böden,” the actual ascent to the Stotzigen Firsten begins. The tour’s destination lies on the ridge at 2,747 m above sea level and offers a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains. The route is relatively unexposed. Nevertheless, current snow and avalanche conditions must always be taken into account when planning the tour. The descent follows the same route back to Realp."
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Stotzigen Ridge
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- 6.93 km long
- Difficulty: easy
- Condition: very easy
- Great panorama
- Ski and Snowboard

Stotzigen Firsten is a classic route in the Gotthard region and perfect for beginners.

The ski tour from Realp to the Stotzigen Firsten is one of the classic tours in the Gotthard region. The broad northeast shoulder often offers good snow conditions, making the tour a popular destination for ski tourers.

The tour starts in Realp. From there, the route initially follows Witenwasserenstrasse. Shortly before Mittglischgaden, it branches off to the right and continues along the summer hiking trail. At “Auf den Böden,” the actual ascent to the Stotzigen Firsten begins. The tour’s destination lies on the ridge at 2,747 m above sea level and offers a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains.

The route is relatively unexposed. Nevertheless, current snow and avalanche conditions must always be taken into account when planning the tour.

The descent follows the same route back to Realp.

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- 4:00 h
- 6.93 km
- 1,206 m
- 6 m
- 1,544 m
- 2,750 m
- 1,206 m
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- Start: Realp
- Destination: Stotzigen Ridge

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Directions

Realp – Stotzigen Firsten

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Tour information

- Mountain summit
- Nature highlight

Equipment

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

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Directions & Parking facilities

**Getting there**The starting point in Realp is easily accessible by car from Andermatt or via the Furka car ferry.

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**Parking**Daytime parking is available outside the village (near MGB / Grotto Stella d'Oro) and in the village square. These spaces are available for a fee between 6:00 a.m. and midnight. For more information, please contact the .

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**Public transportation**Realp, the starting point, is easily accessible via the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway. You can find the current schedule at: .

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Additional information

If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact: , +41 41 888 71 00, 

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Author

Andermatt-Urserntal Tourismus GmbH

Organization

Région de vacances Andermatt

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

The Furka region offers many exciting tours, making Realp an ideal starting point.

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Safety guidelines

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

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