· Regional
Moderate
Via Glaralpina
📏
13.3 km
Distance
⏱
3h 18min
Est. duration
⛰
Moderate
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
A 13.3 km Regional Hiking trail, Via Glaralpina takes walkers through a varied section of terrain.
A 13.3 km full-day trail that rewards walkers with a proper day out. Budget roughly 2 hours and 57 minutes at a steady pace.
This is a point-to-point route, running from one location to another. Plan ahead for return transport, or consider reversing the route on your way back.
A Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail weaves through the regional landscape connecting villages, viewpoints, and countryside.
Elevation Profile
Loading elevation data…
Elevation data unavailable for this route.
↑ Elevation gain
↓ Elevation loss
High point
Low point
Elevation data from SRTM via OpenTopoData (open dataset).
Map
View on OSM →Loading…
Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Ziegelbrücke
B
Finish
· Blockhaus Mättmen/Mättmenriet
Photos
No photos yet for this route.
Reviews
No reviews yet.
Log in to write a review
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it to walk Via Glaralpina?
Via Glaralpina covers a distance of 13.3 km.
How long does it take to walk Via Glaralpina?
At an average walking pace, Via Glaralpina takes approximately 3h 18min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Via Glaralpina?
No — Via Glaralpina is a one-way trail. It runs from Ziegelbrücke to Blockhaus Mättmen/Mättmenriet . You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking Via Glaralpina?
You can begin Via Glaralpina at Ziegelbrücke.
How difficult is Via Glaralpina?
Via Glaralpina is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Who maintains the Via Glaralpina trail?
Via Glaralpina is maintained and managed by Verein Glarner Wanderwege.