Uri · Hiking

Biwaldalp-Gitschenhörelihütte

An out-and-back trail, 2.4 miles each way (4.9 miles round trip) in Uri, Switzerland.

2.4 mi
round trip
4,656 ft
climb
7,680 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Biwaldalp-Gitschenhörelihütte is an out-and-back trail, 2.4 miles each way (4.9 miles round trip) in Uri, Switzerland. It runs between about 5,650 ft and 7,680 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,330 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. The nearest town is Isenthal, about 3.9 miles southwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Urirotstock, Schlieren and Schlossstock. Stüber is within about 3 miles. For camping, Camping Bauen / Holzplatz Isen AG and byHerger are within about 6 miles. There are 7 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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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Biwaldalp-Gitschenhörelihütte for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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