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Wind education trail
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- Tip
- 4.47 km long
- Difficulty: easy
- Condition: very easy
- Great panorama
- Theme trail

The winds play an important role in the Alpine valleys. They largely determine the weather and the temperature in the valley.

The wind turbines on the Gütsch are an important energy source for the entire region. The wind education trail at the wind power plant on the Gütsch above Andermatt explains the different winds and provides an exciting insight into the ancient weather rules. The trail shows the importance of the sometimes bothersome wind, and hikers also learn a lot about cloud formations and the flora and fauna of the Gotthard region. The trail also teaches historical aspects and facts about energy generation. In addition, there is a fantastic view over various valleys and mountain ranges. With a lot of luck, you may also spot marmots.

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- 3:15 h
- 4.47 km
- 483 m
- 4 m
- 1,847 m
- 2,330 m
- 483 m
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- Start: Nätschen station
- Destination: Nätschen station

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Pavements

Asphalt (65%)

Trail (20%)

Path (15%)

Best to visit

suitable

Depends on weather

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Directions

Nätschen station – Stöckli – Nätschen station

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Tour information

- Cable car tour
- Culturally interesting
- Nature highlight
- Refreshment stop
- Tour with dog

Equipment

- Clothing suitable for the weather
- Good footwear
- Poles are recommended
- Binoculars (nice viewpoint)

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Directions & Parking facilities

**Getting there**

The starting point Nätschen can be reached from Andermatt or Sedrun via Oberalpstrasse.

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**Parking**

There is a large car park at Nätschen station.

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**Public transportation**

You can easily reach the starting point Nätschen by train on the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn or by gondola of the Andermatt Sedrun mountain railways. The timetables and operating times are as follows:  and .

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Author

Andermatt-Urserntal Tourismus GmbH

Organization

Région de vacances Andermatt

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

- Ascent with the
- Driving permits up to the Gütsch are available from the  the  at the counter or via

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Safety guidelines

Hikers should keep an eye on the weather forecast in advance because parts of the hike are above 2000 m (6562 ft) above sea level and, in extreme cases, there may be light snowfall.

Pay attention to the weather forecasts. In the Alps, the weather can change quickly.

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