Valais · Hiking

Almagellerhütte - Sonnigpass

A 2.2-mile point-to-point route in Valais, Switzerland.

2.2 mi
one way
1,266 ft
climb
10,306 ft
high point
Point to point
route

Almagellerhütte - Sonnigpass is a 2.2-mile point-to-point route in Valais, Switzerland. It runs between about 9,490 ft and 10,310 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,270 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding alpine terrain with scrambling on exposed ground; it is for experienced, well-equipped hikers. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Saas-Almagell, about 2.6 miles east of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Dri Horlini, Portjenhorn and P3597. Hell-Chessi Badestelle is within about 3 miles. For camping, Schönblick and Bergheimat are within about 6 miles. There are 12 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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