Steep climb from Steinen up the Wildspitz
1,032 metres of ascent in a single push: this climb leads from Steinen station at 465 metres up to the Wildspitz at 1,553 metres. 7.5 kilometres, three and a half hours and an elevation range of 1,091 metres, which call for very good fitness.
The route from above
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Elevation profile
Route description
The starting point is Steinen station, which makes getting there particularly easy. The path crosses the Chäppelibach at kilometre 0.3; from kilometre 0.7 the climb begins and does not let up until the summit.
Via Günschi and Talacher the route climbs and crosses the Talacherbach at kilometre 2.5. Then come the Hüenderloch and the Ofenloch; the steepest passage is 23 per cent at kilometre 5.8.
After crossing the Widenbach and with a view into the Hürital, the Wildspitz is reached at kilometre 7.5. On the summit stands the Berggasthaus Wildspitz, the only refreshment stop recorded on the tour.
Several sections require a sure step and sturdy footwear. Because the climb covers 1,108 metres of ascent in only seven and a half kilometres, it should not be underestimated. It can be walked from April to October.
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Getting there / public transport
By public transport to Steinen; the hike starts right at the station. Current timetable at sbb.ch.
Food and drink
Berggasthaus Wildspitz at the finish, the only refreshment stop recorded. For the long climb, provisions and plenty of water belong in the rucksack.
Best time of year
Recommended: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct