Alpine Mountain Hut / Kesch Trek (Stage 1)

Difficult

20.5 km

5:50 h

275 mhd

1500 mhd

Aufstieg über die Fuorcla Zavretta nach Preda Bergün

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Traverse von Chamanna d Es-cha auf die Fuorcla Gualdauna

Start in Dürrboden in the Dischma valley (2007 m) or at the Flüela Pass (2263 m), and then climb up to the Grialetsch Mountain Hut SAC (2542 m). The hike takes approx. 2 to 2.5 hours.

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Highest Point 2593 m

Lowest Point 1361 m

Best Season

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Start

Es-cha-Hut SAC

Destination

Preda or Bergün

Coordinates

46.611384, 9.902923

Details

Description

Either start the Kesch Trek in Dürrboden or at the Flüela Pass. We would recommend travelling to the starting point by public transport. Timetables are available online or can be obtained from the Davos Klosters Resort Tourist Office. Your destination on the first day is the Grialetsch Mountain Hut SAC, where you spend the night.

Complete tour: Alpine Mountain Hut / Kesch Trek (Complete tour)

Stage 2: Grialetsch Mountain Hut SAC - Kesch Mountain Hut SAC

Hidden Gem

Keen to explore a detour with incredible views? The Flüela Schwarzhorn (3,147 metres a.s.l.) is a 3,000-metre mountain with an easy ascent.

Safety Information:

The Kesch Trek is an alpine mountain hike. It is essential that you properly assess the possible dangers than could occur in the high mountains. These routes require a good level of fitness.

Safety Note

The Kesch-Trek is an alpine mountain hike. The possible dangers in the high mountains must be correctly assessed. The hiking stages require a good physical condition.

In October and the end of April to the end of May, the Swiss Army conducts shooting exercises in the vicinity of S-chanf. Thus, the area between S-chanf and the Mountain Inn Dürrboden is closed during this time in the Scaletta and Grialetsch area (danger to life).

Equipment

Sturdy walking boots, weatherproof and warm clothing, rain gear, food and drink for the hiking stages (packed lunches can also be obtained from the mountain hut), sufficient water, sun cream and head protection, first aid kit, maps and hiking sticks if required.

Directions

Es-cha-Hut SAC - Fuorcla Gualdauna (2491 m) - Albula Pass Ospiz (2312 m) - Lai Palpuogna (1918 m) - Preda, Rhaetian Railway Station or directly via Naz (1747 m) - Bergün (1367 m)

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Waypoints

Lake Engadin St. Moritz

Albulasee

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Albulapass

It is perhaps the most beautiful pass in Graubünden. In summer, you can cross it on foot, by bike, by bus or by car. In winter, the longest toboggan run in Parc Ela leads down from Preda to Bergün/Bravuogn.

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Source of the Albula

At Crap Alv the Albula rises and forms a small waterfall. Along the hiking trail there are always small clear lakes to discover. If you follow the hiking trail to the Crap Alv Laiets, you will come across more small lakes.

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Natural forest Crap Alv - Ervedi

The natural forest reserve is located between Preda and the Albula Pass at an altitude of 1800 to 2200 m above sea level. So far up, the vegetation period is short and mountain pine and larch pine forests grow.

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Lai da Palpuogna

The Lai da Palpuogna is an oasis of relaxation with its crystal-clear water and larch forest. Linger at one of the picnic areas with a fire pit. You can reach the "most beautiful spot in Switzerland" from Preda train station.

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Grillstelle Lai da Palpuogna

The Lai da Palpuogna was chosen as the "most beautiful spot in Switzerland" in a survey by SRF. The lake with its crystal clear water and the larch forest is truly an oasis of relaxation. Guests can linger at one of the picnic areas with fire pits.

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Mountain Hut Bergün Filisur

Gruppenhaus Sonnenhof Preda

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Grillstelle Punt Ota

The barbecue area is located on the Albula on the Albula railway adventure trail. Hike along the UNESCO World Heritage route and enjoy the break at the Punt Ota barbecue area.

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Ortsmuseum Bergün/Bravuogn

The house, built around 1600, reflects the Engadine building tradition spread in the upper Albula Valley.

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Bus Station Bergün Filisur

Bergün/Bravuogn, posta

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Insect oasis Bergün

The partially shaded corner between the Kurhaus and the stream Ava da Tuors has been transformed into a small flower-filled seating area that delights people and insects alike.

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Tourist Attraction Bergün Filisur

Bergün

Bergün/Bravuogn is located in the Albula Valley on the Albula Pass road and on the Albula line of the Rhaetian Railway. On both sides of the rising main street there are houses in the Engadine style with façade paintings sgraffiti, bay windows and window grilles.

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Bergün/Bravuogn, staziun

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Bahnmuseum Albula

The railway museum Albula is located directly on the UNESCO World Heritage route. Find out about the architectural history, the economic and social changes caused by the railway construction, as well as current aspects of the most spectacular Swiss railway line, using original exhibits and multimedia-designed rooms.

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Model train workshop in the Railway Museum Albula

Workshop of Bernhard Tarnutzer

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