Glacier forefield Gavirolas

Difficult

28.6 km

9:40 h

1376 mhd

1367 mhd

Rückweg auf der Via Suworow mit Blick zum Stausee Pigniu

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A glacier forefield is located between the glacier edge and moraines that show the highest level of the glacier. This very long hike takes you through partly barren landscapes near the now very small Glatscher da Gavirolas.

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Highest Point 2414 m

Lowest Point 1176 m

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Start

Andiast

Destination

Andiast

Coordinates

46.784489, 9.113823

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Description

From Andiast, the route heads towards Plaun da Tiarms, over the green Andiast Maiensässes and over Plaun da Lenna to Alp Sura. Now you leave the green meadows and climb higher into more barren mountain worlds and near steep rock walls.

The route then continues over Trutgs, Gavirolas to the stony ground Plaun da Cavals. The return route leads along the Via Suworow to the small mountain village of Pigniu. Then a run-out to Andiast remains.

See also
Surselva Tourismus AG
Info Brigels
Casa Sentupada
Via Principala 34
CH-7165 Breil/Brigels
Tel.: 0041 81 941 13 31
E-mail: brigels@surselva.info
Internet: www.surselva.info

Hidden Gem

The highlight of the extensive mountain hike is the glacier forefields of national importance.

Safety Note

Due to the long route, precise time planning is urgently recommended.

In uncertain weather conditions, the route should not be undertaken. Weather changes in the mountains are frequent. If a rain front or similar approaches during the hike, you should turn back in good time.

Equipment

Good hiking shoes with a good profile, weather-appropriate clothing (rain jacket), possibly spare clothes, first aid kit, drink, provisions, possibly hiking poles.

Directions

Andiast - Ladinas - Plaun da Tiarms - Cuolms d`Andiast - Alp Sura - Ils Trutgs - Gavirolas - Plaun da Cavals - 41 Via Suworow direction Pigniu to P.1329 - Cuolm Ladens - Prascharun - Andiast

Directions

Public Transport

From Ilanz by post bus to Andiast, vitg

Travel Information

From Ilanz or Disentis via Waltensburg to Andiast

Parking

Few parking spaces available in and in front of the village of Andiast.

Waypoints

Bus Station Surselva

Andiast, vitg

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Aufnahme der Kapelle Sogn Antoni in Andiast

Chapel Surselva

Catholic chapel of Sogn Antoni of Padua, Andiast

The Sogn Antoni Catholic chapel is privately owned by the Sgier family and is located in the center of the village on the lower Dorfstrasse next to the former school and parish hall. According to the inscription, the baroque chapel was built in 1668 by Gion Sgier and is now owned by the Sgier family foundation.

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Grocery Store Surselva

Il Consum, Andiast

Il Consum in Andiast is located right next to the Post Square in the center of Andiast.

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Recording of the Nossa dunna dallas dolurs chapel in Andiast.

Chapel Surselva

Chapel Nossa Dunna dallas Dolurs, Andiast

The Catholic chapel of Nossa Dunna dallas Dolurs (Our Lady of Sorrows) can be found in the western part of the village of Carnugl above the road in the middle of residential buildings.

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Chapel Surselva

Catholic wayside chapel Sontga Clau (St. Nicholas), Andiast

The Sontga Clau Catholic wayside chapel is located in the western part of the village of Andiast.

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3-passes hike: Panixerpass (stage 2) (oua_23982169_image)

Viewpoint Surselva

Aussichtspunkt Tgaus la Crusch, Pigniu

The viewpoint is towards panixer pass and was created in June 2017.

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Church Surselva

Catholic parish church of St. Valentin, Pigniu

The Catholic parish church of St. Valentin is located in the mountain village of Pigniu.

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Restaurant Surselva

Restaurant Alpina, Pigniu

Cozy and uncomplicated atmosphere in the middle of the beautiful natural landscape of the Surselva.

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Public Facility Surselva

Haus Suworow, Pigniu

In October 1799, the Russian corps Suvorov marched to Graubünden in Graubünden.

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Nahaufnahme einer Feuerstelle beim grillen.

Fireplace Surselva

Family fireplace/barbecue area Plaun Asch, Andiast

The family campfire site is located at 1250 m above sea level, 3 km north of Andiast, in Val da Pigniu, in a forest clearing. It is equipped with drinking water from the well and a playground and invites you to linger and relax.

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Playground Surselva

Family playground Plaun Asch, Andiast

The playground at Plaun Asch in Andiast is located at 1250 m above sea level, 3 km north of Andiast, in Val da Pigniu, in a forest clearing.It is equipped with drinking water from the well and invites you to linger and relax.

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Das Foto zeigt die Feuerstelle mit der Lesebank in Plaun Asch

Caravan Park Surselva

Lesebank Plaun Asch, Andiast

The Plaun Asch reading bench is located directly at the fireplace with playground on the hiking trail from Andiast towards Lag da Pigniu/Panixersee.

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Chapel Surselva

Catholic wayside chapel Sogn Giusep (St. Joseph), Andiast

The Catholic wayside chapel Sogn Giusep is located about 350 m north of the parish church on the footpath to Pigniu.

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Church Surselva

Catholic Parish Church of St. Julitta and Quiricus, Andiast

The Catholic parish church of St. Julitta and Quiricus is surrounded by the village cemetery in the north-eastern part of the village outside the village street. According to a bull, the church was owned by the Pfäfers monastery around 998. Unfortunately, this document is a forgery. The first documentary mention dates back to 1461.

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