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Täschalp-Tufteren (Nr. 48)

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This generally level walk follows the famous Europaweg trail. Leading along the treeline, it offers glorious views of numerous 4,000-metre peaks as well as Täsch and Zermatt.

Details

Type
Mountain tour
Difficulty
Medium
Duration
2 h
Distance
6,238 km
Ascent
241 m
Descent
217 m
Lowest point
2137 m
Highest point
2349 m
This generally level walk follows the famous Europaweg trail. Leading along the treeline, it offers glorious views of numerous 4,000-metre peaks as well as Täsch and Zermatt.

Details

Type
Mountain tour
Difficulty
Medium
Duration
2 h
Distance
6,238 km
Ascent
241 m
Descent
217 m
Lowest point
2137 m
Highest point
2349 m

Description

The route from the Täschalp to Tufteren is one of the most beautiful hikes, high above the Matter valley. This section of the Europaweg has stunning views, running along the edge of the forest. After a 20-minute walk from the Täschalp, you’re rewarded with a view of the Matterhorn and the most fantastic panorama.

  • View of the Matterhorn
  • Chamois below the Ritzengrat ridge and Unterrothorn
  • Täschalp: Cheese available to buy, including Swiss Ziger cheese (during the cows‘ grazing season)

Best season

Jan
Feb
Mar
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Route

Start point
Täschalp (2,214 m)
End point
Tufteren (2,215 m)

Rating

Condition
Technique
Experience
Landscape

Map

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Properties

  • Refreshment options
  • Route tour
  • Nice views
  • Geological highlights
  • Botanical highlights
  • Cultural highlights
  • Faunistic highlights

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