Via Alpina

01 · Character of the route

Is this one for you?

Alpine Terrain Mountains Summit Remote Uncrowded

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02 · 1 point along the route

What will you encounter?

1× summit

0 km 16,1 km

Rietstöckli summit · 496 m off route 16,1 km 100%

· Elevation profile

How tough is this route?

elevation range –

0 km 8,1 km 16,1 km

03 · Landmarks

Steady waypoints

Start

Quarter of the way

Halfway

Three quarters

Finish

04 · Intersecting routes

Where you meet other trails

Via Alpina

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at 0,0 km

Nussbüel-Weg

825

at 3,0 km

Via Glaralpina

at 15,8 km

05 · From the trail

Through the eyes of hikers

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07 · Before you go

Answers to common questions

How long is the Via Alpina hiking route?

Via Alpina is 16.1 km long.

How long does it take to walk Via Alpina?

At an average walking pace, Via Alpina takes approximately 4h 1min to complete.

Is Via Alpina a loop trail?

No, Via Alpina is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Linthal to Urnerboden. Plan ahead for return transport.

Where does Via Alpina start?

Via Alpina starts at Linthal.

What fitness level is needed for Via Alpina?

Via Alpina is a challenging hike that requires a good level of fitness.

Who maintains the Via Alpina trail?

Via Alpina is maintained and managed by Wanderland Schweiz.

Is Via Alpina part of a larger trail network?

Yes, Via Alpina is part of the National Walking Network (NWN), a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.