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Hike to Gafleispitz

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The route leads from Gaflei up over the spectacular Fürstensteig to the Gafleisattel pass and onward towards Drei Schwestern to the summit of Gafleispitz. Magnificent views, well-marked mountain paths, surefootedness required. The Fürstensteig can be bypassed via Bargella-Bargellasattel-Chemi.

moderate

Distance 3.7 km

2:05 h

554 m

64 m

1,979 m

1,489 m

This hike begins in the idyllic hamlet of Gaflei (municipality of Triesenberg) at an altitude of about 1490 meters. From the starting point at the Clinicum Alpinum parking lot, the path first leads comfortably along a forest road, then branches off through the forest and then turns onto the spectacular Fürstensteig – a path historically carved into the rock face with impressive views into the Rhine Valley.

After the section of the Fürstensteig you reach the Gafleisattel – from here you can already see the cross of the Gafleispitz. The path ascends towards Drei Schwestern. The turnback to Gafleispitz is unmarked but clearly visible. At the top you’ll be rewarded with a wonderful view: towards the Rhine Valley, Lake Constance, and the nearby mountain range of the Rätikon. The return trip follows the same path back, but can also, depending on the variant, go via Chemi towards Bargellasattel and then back to Bargella and Gaflei. This option is also possible for the ascent if you prefer to avoid the Fürstensteig.

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Difficulty

T2 moderate

Overall difficulty

moderate

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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1,979 m

Lowest point

1,489 m

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Forested/wild trail

317 m

Path

2.2 km

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64 m

Secured trail

1.1 km

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Rest stops

Gaflei Stuba

Safety information

The route requires good basic fitness and surefootedness – especially in the section of the Fürstensteig with a narrow rocky path.
Marking and path construction are mostly good, but watch out for slippery spots in wet weather or later in the season.

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Gafleispitz-Südgrat

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Public-transport-friendly

Bus stop: Gaflei Clinic

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Directions

Via Triesenberg to Gaflei

Parking

Parking lot Gaflei - limited number of spaces. In good weather and on weekends, early arrival or using public transport is recommended.

Coordinates

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2'759'736E 1'223'403N

47.142309, 9.544693

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47°08'32.3"N 9°32'40.9"E

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32T 541300 5221122

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Difficulty

T2 moderate

Overall difficulty

moderate

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

Distance

3.7 km

Duration

2:05 h

Ascent

554 m

Descent

64 m

Highest point

1,979 m

Lowest point

1,489 m

Public-transport-friendly Out and back Scenic Summit route

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