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Joch Pass

Name: Joch Pass
Address: Switzerland

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4-lake high-altitude hike
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The Joch Pass lies at around 2207 meters and connects Melchsee-Frutt with the Engelberg Valley. The Jochpass can be climbed on foot or comfortably by train.
The Jochpass is part of the popular 4-lake high-altitude hike, which leads past the lakes Trübsee, Engstlensee, Tannensee and Melchsee.

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Coordinates

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2'664'194E 1'178'934N

46.758500, 8.278892

DMS

46°45'30.6"N 8°16'44.0"E

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32T 444930 5178580

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Joch Pass

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+41 41 669 70 60 http://www.melchsee-frutt.ch E-mail: info@melchsee-frutt.ch

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