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Bat (656.8)

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    This circular route is perfect as a family hike. Discover the Bündner mountain village of Castrisch.

    easy
    Distance 6.2 km
    1:45 h
    111 m
    111 m
    794 m
    683 m

    This walk from Ilanz to Castrisch is suitable for families. Castrisch is known for its historic village center. Until 2007, the church housed the largest weekly roost colony of greater horseshoe bats in Switzerland. Today, however, the bats live in the church of Sagogn.

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    T1 easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    794 m
    Lowest point
    683 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 41.63%Forested/wild trail 14.66%Path 37.02%Road 6.67%
    Asphalt
    2.6 km
    Forested/wild trail
    916 m
    Path
    2.3 km
    Road
    417 m
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    Rest stops

    Ustria Mundaun

    Safety information

    Do not start the hike in uncertain weather conditions. Weather changes in the mountains are frequent. If a rain front or similar approaches during the hike, you should turn back in time.

    Tips and suggestions

    Information about the Rhine Gorge Ticket from the Rhaetian Railway can be found at the following website: https://www.rhb.ch/de/ticket-abonnemente/tickets/rheinschlucht-ticket

    Timetable of the Rhaetian Railway according to SBB: www.sbb.ch

    Roadbook

    The starting point is in Ilanz. From there, the route goes to Castrisch and back to Ilanz.

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    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    From Chur, Ilanz station is easily accessible with a scenic trip through the Rhine Gorge. The hike can be shortened as desired using the Rhaetian Railway. The exact connections can be found on the SBB website: www.sbb.ch

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    Directions

    Ilanz is accessible via route 19 from both Chur and Disentis/Mustér.

    Parking

    There is a large paid parking lot directly at Ilanz station. Another smaller paid parking lot is available at Castrisch station.

    Coordinates

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    2'735'309E 1'181'853N
    DD
    46.774108, 9.210381
    DMS
    46°46'26.8"N 9°12'37.4"E
    UTM
    32T 516061 5180083
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    Author’s map recommendations

    Swisstopo maps 1:25,000 1194 Flims and 1214 Ilanz

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    Equipment

    Good hiking shoes with a good tread or trekking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing (rain jacket/sun protection), drink, possibly food, possibly hiking poles.

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    Difficulty
    T1 easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    6.2 km
    Duration
    1:45 h
    Ascent
    111 m
    Descent
    111 m
    Highest point
    794 m
    Lowest point
    683 m
    Public-transport-friendly Round trip Refreshment stops available Scenic Family-friendly Dog-friendly Flora

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