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Schalb - Pletschen - Moosalp

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    A leisurely family hike over hill and dale.

    moderate
    Distance 5 km
    1:40 h
    203 m
    46 m
    2,084 m
    1,882 m

    For the ascent to the Voralpe Schalb, take the breezy Embd- Schalb adventure cable car. The family-friendly hike begins at Schalb on the high-altitude trail via the Embd Alp Pletschen to Moosalp. Enjoy fauna, flora and a breathtaking panorama. There you can treat yourself to a delicious lunch or a hearty "z'Abund" in one of the two mountain restaurants.

    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

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    Highest point
    2,084 m
    Lowest point
    1,882 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 0.77%Forested/wild trail 99.22%
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    39 m
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    5 km
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    Rest stops

    Bergrestauant Dorbia

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    https://www.embd.ch/

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    Public transport

    Travel in comfort on the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway from Visp to Kalpetran. From there, the journey continues by train to Embd, followed by the breezy adventure train to the Voralpe Schalb.

    The return journey is just as uncomplicated: From the Moosalpe, a bus takes you comfortably back to Visp.

    Further information can be found at https://www.embd.ch/tourismus/ or https://www.sbb.ch/de

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    Coordinates

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    2'629'182E 1'118'467N
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    46.217020, 7.816811
    DMS
    46°13'01.3"N 7°49'00.5"E
    UTM
    32T 408741 5118840
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    Standard hiking equipment is recommended. In sunny conditions, appropriate sun protection is also recommended in order to be optimally prepared.

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    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    5 km
    Duration
    1:40 h
    Ascent
    203 m
    Descent
    46 m
    Highest point
    2,084 m
    Lowest point
    1,882 m
    Linear route Scenic Family-friendly Flora Fauna

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