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Arigscheis (No. 41)

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Zermatt - Matterhorn

The perfect spot for the summit break
Photo: Klaus Tscherrig, Zermatt Tourismus

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The hike in the forests above Täsch is quite steep. But the likelihood is high that wildlife can be observed here. Maybe even an eagle?

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Distance 9.4 km

4:10 h

826 m

2,247 m

1,426 m

"Arigscheis" suggests that eagles have been sighted in this area. "Ari" means eagle in the local language. And Arigscheis points to a landing site, an eagle's nest, or a resting place for eagles. On this hike, the path runs at the foot of the Mettelhorn and the Aeschhorn.

Metal ladder with holding ropes in the terrain (requires some surefootedness)
Weisshorn, Täschhorn and Dom from an unusual perspective
Wildlife (chamois, possibly deer in the lower area)

Author’s recommendation

At the destination you will find a summit cross and a seating area. From this point, there is a great view into the valley, of the Weisshorn and of the opposite Mischabel group.

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Zermatt Tourismus

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Difficulty

T3 difficult

Overall difficulty

difficult

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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Highest point

2,247 m

Lowest point

1,426 m

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525 m

Forested/wild trail

1.4 km

Path

7 km

Road

500 m

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Safety information

Carefully plan each mountain route and adapt it to your own condition as well as the weather and season.
The weather can change quickly in the mountains. Therefore, take appropriate clothing and enough provisions and water. Turn back in time if the weather is uncertain.
Inform a third party about the tour and, if possible, never go alone.
Do not leave marked paths and do not go onto glaciers without a mountain guide.
Be considerate of other hikers as well as plants and animals.
Observe the warning signs that draw attention to the constant danger in the riverbed and on the banks of watercourses below reservoirs and water intakes.
Warning: railway crossing.

Roadbook

Täsch (train station) – Camping – Schopftschuggen - Arigscheis - Schalenäbi - Schali - Täsch (train station)

(Approximate hiking time for the opposite direction 4 h 10)

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Schalisee Lake barbecue area
Täsch-Schali Swiss Family barbecue area
Täsch railway station

Public transport

By train to Täsch: In less than 3½ hours from Zurich Airport or 4 hours from Geneva Airport. Visp is the transfer point to the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway. From Visp, the railway runs through the Nikolaital, past small, idyllic villages to Täsch.

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Arigscheis (No. 41)

Directions

From Visp, Täsch can be reached by car in about 30 – 40 minutes. The route runs through the romantically wild Nikolaital.

Parking

Parking garages with covered and uncovered spaces are available in Täsch. For example, at the Matterhorn Terminal or with private providers.

Coordinates

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2'626'050E 1'101'851N

46.067679, 7.775301

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46°04'03.6"N 7°46'31.1"E

UTM

32T 405284 5102296

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Author’s map recommendations

A hiking map at a scale of 1:25000 is available at the Täsch guest information center. Brochures with tips and recommendations are also available.

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Equipment

Our recommendation:

Good footwear
Possibly hiking poles
Clothing suitable for the weather (always carry: rain protection)

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Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

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Difficulty

T3 difficult

Overall difficulty

difficult

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

Distance

9.4 km

Duration

4:10 h

Ascent

826 m

Descent

826 m

Highest point

2,247 m

Lowest point

1,426 m

Round trip Scenic Refreshment stops available Flora Fauna

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