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Chapfensee Circular Route

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    Circular route at the beautiful Chapfensee via Mels.
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    Distance 4.2 km
    1:15 h
    125 m
    125 m
    1,128 m
    1,028 m

    The walk starts in Vermol. The leisurely route initially leads through an idyllic forest gently downhill to Chapfensee. The reservoir, which is hardly perceived as such, lies embedded in the original landscape. There are many fire pits at the lake inlet that invite you to enjoy a sausage from the grill. The easy hike continues around the lake and past a protected moor. On the way back, the path leads again over a nicely laid forest trail and soon reaches Vermol.

    Author’s recommendation

    Along the way there are several spots that invite you to sit down, picnic, and enjoy.
    Difficulty
    T1 easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Highest point
    1,128 m
    Lowest point
    1,028 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 17.14%Forested/wild trail 82.85%
    Asphalt
    717 m
    Forested/wild trail
    3.5 km
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    Safety information

    The Chapfensee is a popular destination for bikers. Please pay attention to other path users.

    Tips and suggestions

    Heidiland Tourism, Bad Ragaz Information Center
    T +41 81 300 40 20
    www.heidiland.com

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    Vermol - Chapfensee - Vermol
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    Directions

    Exit the highway at Sargans and drive towards Mels. From Mels, follow the mountain road towards Chapfensee up to Vermol.

    Parking

    The car can be parked in Vermol.

    Coordinates

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    2'747'715E 1'211'607N
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    47.039032, 9.382411
    DMS
    47°02'20.5"N 9°22'56.7"E
    UTM
    32T 529051 5209572
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    Equipment

    Normal hiking equipment. Depending on the weather, good footwear (hiking boots) is recommended; otherwise, light trekking shoes are sufficient for the route.

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    User Questions


    July 13, 2026
    Johanna Bergthaler  
    Ja, der Chapfensee ist mit Wasser gefüllt. Jedoch wurden in den letzten Tagen Entenflöhe festgestellt, weswegen die Gemeinde Mels präventiv bis auf Weiteres das Baden im Chapfensee verbietet.

    October 18, 2024
    Jsabelle Reist
    Dies ist korrekt, wobei ganz GL nicht so besucht ist
    October 21, 2024
    Johanna Bergthaler  
    Liebe Claudia, wir haben uns bei den EW Mels erkundigt und der Chapfensee ist wieder gefüllt und im "Normalzustand". Viel Spass bei deiner Tour. Liebe Grüsse Johanna

    August 17, 2024
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    Danke fürs Feedback Frau Dumoulin. Gem. dem Artikel im Jan. 23 war der See bereits seit einem Jahr leer wegen des andauernden Rechtsstreits. Das Restaurant scheint geschlossen. Freundliche Grüße https://www.srf.ch/news/schweiz/wegen-rechtsstreit-stausee-bei-mels-liefert-seit-ueber-einem-jahr-keinen-strom
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    Difficulty
    T1 easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    4.2 km
    Duration
    1:15 h
    Ascent
    125 m
    Descent
    125 m
    Highest point
    1,128 m
    Lowest point
    1,028 m
    Refreshment stops available Round trip Family-friendly

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