Turtmanngletscher 2025-08
An out-and-back trail, 2.2 miles each way (4.4 miles round trip) in Valais, Switzerland.
- 2.2 mi
- round trip
- 2,766 ft
- climb
- 13,462 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Turtmanngletscher 2025-08 is an out-and-back trail, 2.2 miles each way (4.4 miles round trip) in Valais, Switzerland, inside Naturpark Pfyn-Finges. It runs between about 11,030 ft and 13,460 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,600 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding alpine terrain with scrambling on exposed ground; it is for experienced, well-equipped hikers. The nearest town is Zinal, about 3.0 miles east of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Tête de Milon, Stier and P. 3405. Cascade de la Volermò is within about 3 miles. For camping, Relais de la Tzoucdana and Attermenzen are 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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