Sentéi de Balnisc
- 1.4 mi
- round trip
- 3,965 ft
- climb
- 6,870 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Sentéi de Balnisc is an out-and-back trail, 1.4 miles each way (2.9 miles round trip) in Grisons, Switzerland. It runs between about 4,300 ft and 6,870 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,980 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. The nearest town is Pian San Giacomo, about 1.0 miles north of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Pizzo Curciusa, Motta d'Anzala and Motton. For camping, San Bernardino is within about 6 miles. There are 9 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.
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