Valais · Hiking

Arpelistock

A 3.5-mile point-to-point route in Valais, Switzerland.

3.6 mi
one way
1,368 ft
climb
9,898 ft
high point
Point to point
route

Arpelistock is a 3.5-mile point-to-point route in Valais, Switzerland. It runs between about 6,520 ft and 9,900 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,370 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. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Glarey, about 1.8 miles north of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Le Sublage, Aiguille du Serac and Le Sérac. Geltenbachfall and Geltenschuss are within about 3 miles. For camping, Heiti Camping and Woodland Village are within about 6 miles. There are 2 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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