Snowshoe hike Munt Sogn Gieri from Waltensburg

Simple
3 km
1:00 h
68 mhd
68 mhd
Altes Gemäuer im Winterkleid
Schneeschuhwanderung Munt Sogn Gieri ab Waltensburg (oua_53327840_image)

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Schneeschuhwanderung Munt Sogn Gieri ab Waltensburg (oua_25008795_image)

Cozy snowshoe hike to the castle complex Munt Sogn Gieri. It is one of the most important sights in the Surselva and has a very special charm in winter.

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Fitness 1/6
Highest Point  989 m
Lowest Point  921 m
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Start
Waltensburg, Via Munt Sogn Gieri
Destination
Waltensburg, Via Munt Sogn Gieri
Coordinates
46.778912, 9.127986

Details

Description

Easy, enjoyable, and a bit exclusive. That's how you could briefly describe the snowshoe tour.

The start is at Waltensburg Demvitg. This is at the lower end of the elongated mountain village. At the beginning, still wearing snowshoes, you walk through a residential area and later over forest and woodland paths towards the castle complex. The highlight is naturally the Jörgenburg (Munt Sogn Gieri). Who has ever walked through a snow-covered castle garden? That's not an everyday experience. Additionally, the views of the surrounding mountain world are really beautiful.

The return route goes over the meadow of Casti and Cantuns with a short ascent back to the starting point.

Hidden Gem

Snowshoe hiking in the castle courtyard

A visit to the church in Waltensburg. The Reformed church is a gem among churches. Of particular art-historical value are the wall paintings of an unknown master from around 1330.

Safety Note

This snowshoe route has no dangerous sections with avalanche risk. However, be sure to check the weather report and start only in good conditions.

Looking for bigger routes? For carefree enjoyment, we recommend our mountain guides and snowshoe hiking leaders of the Surselva.

For us humans, winter is a wonderful time! Deeply snow-covered landscapes, clear, pure air, and in the evening after the snowshoe tour a warm, cozy home awaits. For our wildlife, such as deer, stag, and chamois, however, winter is a hard time! Every disturbance by us humans, every flight, becomes a torment and drains their reserves. Stay on the published route! This way the wildlife and quiet zones are protected.

144   Emergency call, first aid

1414 Mountain Rescue REGA

112    International emergency call

Equipment

Well-functioning snowshoes, poles with winter baskets, good footwear, winter-appropriate clothing. The wind can significantly lower the perceived temperature in winter: don't forget winter gloves, hat, thermos bottle, etc.

Directions

Waltensburg - Tavellas - Munt Sogn Gieri - Casti - Cantuns - Waltensburg

Directions

Public Transport

Take the post bus from Ilanz directly to Waltensburg/Vuorz, Mt. S.Gieri

Travel Information

From Ilanz, drive on the main road towards Disentis. About 1 kilometer after Rueun, follow the turnoff to Waltensburg/Vuorz and continue to the village entrance.

Parking

Few parking spaces are available in the village of Waltensburg.

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