Garmil summit tour on Pizol

Simple

6.6 km

2:20 h

254 mhd

598 mhd

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Gipfelkreuz Garmil mit Aussicht auf die Churfirsten

Past the gurgling mountain stream, information boards on the UNESCO World Heritage Site Sardona and a diverse floral display. The route is part of the summit quartet on the Pizol.

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Highest Point 2012 m

Lowest Point 1452 m

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Start

Gaffia, Pizol

Destination

Furt, Pizol

Coordinates

46.990789, 9.412867

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Description

The Pizol region is known for its breathtaking views across the St. Gallen Rhine Valley to Lake Constance. Nowhere else can you enjoy the view as undisturbed as on the highest peaks of the hiking area. The hike up the Garmil is part of the Pizol summit quartet. The Garmil, Gamidauerspitz, Hochwart and Pizol stages can all be hiked independently of each other, but can also be combined as desired.

On the hike up the Garmil, we experience exciting insights and views of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Tectonic Arena Sardona. Information boards line the trail in places and you will learn interesting facts about the geology along the way.

The view from the summit of the surrounding mountains and Sarganserland is simply breathtaking. The flora and fauna are particularly beautiful to admire in early summer.

Hidden Gem

The Berghotel Gaffia is the ideal overnight accommodation and starting point for this tour, especially for combinations of the summit quartet.

Equipment

Day hiking backpack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover, sturdy and comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate and hard-wearing clothing in multiple layers, telescopic poles if necessary, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, first aid kit, pocket knife, cell phone, headlamp if necessary, maps

Directions

The tour starts at the Gaffia station, which can be reached by gondola and chair lifts of the Pizolbahnen from Wangs and via Furt. From the station, follow the signpost in the direction of Baschalvasee. After a few metres, there is already a refreshment stop at the old Alp Gaffia. Along the mountain stream we take the first ascent to Chrutplangg under our feet. To the south we admire the striking Gamidaurspitz. At Basürla we branch off and after another short ascent we reach the Garmil, which rewards us with a magnificent panoramic view.

For the way back we have various possible combinations:

Continue to Fürggli, where we then branch off towards Furt. On the zigzag path we descend to Vollenplangg and Fälli, both of which belong to Alp Mugg. On the last ascent, we once again enjoy the magnificent view of the St.Gallen Rhine valley before we reach the Bildstöckli of St. Brother Klaus. After a few minutes we reach the ford, the end point of the hike.

Same way back

Combinations with the summit quartet or the 5-lake hike

Directions

Public Transport

By train to Sargans and from there by bus to the bus stop Wangs, Pizolbahn directly at the Wangs valley station of the Pizolbahnen. Take the gondola lift to the Furt mountain station and then the chairlift to the Gaffia station.

Travel Information

Take the Sargans highway exit, then follow the signs to the Pizolbahnen valley station.

Parking

Public parking available at the Pizolbahnen (CHF 5.00 / day).

Waypoints

Sports Shop Heidiland

Mountaincarts

The mountain carts at Pizol offer an exciting driving experience on a 2200 m long track between Gaffia and Furt. The carts are stable and powered by gravity, allowing for a safe and individual pace.

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Information board UNESCO World Heritage Site Tectonic Arena Sardona

Place Heidiland

GEOTour Garmil – Station 1

A personal guide will guide you on the popular Garmil high-altitude hike and give you interesting details about the geology along the way via smartphone.

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GEOTour Garmil – Station 4

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GEOTour Garmil – Station 5

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Mountain Restaurant Heidiland

Restaurant Graue Hörner

The Graue Hörner restaurant is located right next to the mountain station of the Wangs - Pizol gondola. It offers a lovely sun terrace and an indoor area with a diverse menu featuring regional products.

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Playground Heidiland

Wasserspielplatz Wasserwald Furt Pizol

The water playground Wasserwald Furt Pizol is idyllically located in a forest clearing by the stream. A spacious picnic area with barbecue spots invites families and groups to linger. Children can enjoy water games.

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Place Heidiland

GEOTour Garmil – Station 2

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GEOTour Garmil – Station 3

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GEOTour Garmil – Station 6

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GEOTour Garmil – Station 8

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