Medium
8 km
2:15 h
260 mhd
260 mhd
Aussicht beim Ellhorn
Burg Gutenberg in Balzers

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Wegweiser bei den Diabalöcher
The varied Ellhorn hike offers surprising views of the villages on both sides of the Rhine and of the surrounding mountains. The flowering pastures in the Elltal valley are just as charming as the paths high above the Rhine.
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Start
Balzers (Mäls)
Destination
Balzers (Mäls)
Coordinates
47.060991988838, 9.4957928521046

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Description

From Mäls, the path first leads flat towards Ellhorn until in the forest the trail gains some height in several curves. Over the Ell meadows, which are a botanical jewel with alpine plants such as fire lilies, gentians, and Turk's cap lilies, we steadily ascend to the highest point of the hike. We enjoy surprising deep views high above the sheer cliffs towards the Rhine and the Fläscher Au. Then we follow the steep mountain path down through the Moxen valley to the Rhine plain. A winding path then leads us below the Ellhorn finally back along the Rhine to Mäls.

Hidden Gem

A visit to the baroque chapel Maria Hilf in Balzers/Mäls is recommended.

Safety Note

To undertake a route, careful planning is required. We recommend that you first exchange information with local information points about the routes and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be closed or interrupted.

Directions

Public Transport

Next bus stop, Balzers Brückle

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