Uri · Hiking

Geisspfad

A 1.9-mile point-to-point route in Uri, Switzerland.

1.9 mi
one way
3,002 ft
climb
6,236 ft
high point
Point to point
route

Geisspfad is a 1.9-mile point-to-point route in Uri, Switzerland. It runs between about 3,570 ft and 6,240 ft above sea level, with roughly 3,000 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Erstfeld, about 2.7 miles west of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Äiehorn, Vorder Päuggenstöckli and Hundtschingel. For camping, TempCamp - Stellplatz Rebberg Buchholz and byHerger are within about 6 miles. 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 Geisspfad for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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