Medium
23 km
8:10 h
1650 mhd
1300 mhd
Wunderschön am Pass
ViaSuworow (chm_cf6f839_img)

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Auch im Lauftempo kann der Pass überwunden werden - mit der nötigen Kondition.
From Elm, the ViaSuworow goes via the Panix Pass, where snowy and icy conditions spelled fatal disaster for Russian General Suvorov’s troops in October 1799. Today’s hiking route leads through the Jetzbachschlucht gorge up to the pass and then over Alp Mer and Alp Ranasca down to Pigniu/Panix.
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Start
Elm
Destination
Pigniu
Coordinates
46.922034563288, 9.1729337156813

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Description

Chased by the French, Suvorov’s troops moved southwards to Elm in snowfall. The easy hike follows the Linth to Schwanden and then partly above, partly along the Sernf via Engi and Matt back to Elm.

On this long alpine route, you cross the historically significant Panixer Pass between the cantons of Glarus and Graubünden. The mountain trails have alpine character and are secured in exposed areas. You move through a mostly barren mountain landscape, surrounded by large peaks and intact alpine flora and fauna.

Hidden Gem

If the project at the Panixer Pass continues in 2025, the basecamp at the pass summit offers a special accommodation option. Please inform yourself early.

Safety Note

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

In the higher sections of this route there can still be occasional, even large snowfields until summer. From July to September the best conditions generally prevail.

Equipment

Good hiking boots with a good tread, weather-appropriate clothing (rain jacket), possibly change of clothes, first aid kit, drink, provisions, possibly hiking poles.

Directions

Elm-Wichlen-Hàxenseeli-Panixerpass-Plaun da Cavals-Alp Ranasca-Pigniu

Directions

Public Transport

Arrival

By train to Schwanden and by bus to Elm, village

Departure

From Pigniu, village by postal bus to Ilanz (only a few connections per day)

Travel Information

This route can only be done by public transport

Parking

This route can only be done by public transport

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