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Alptrider Sattel – Upper Malfrag – Samnaun-Compatsch

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    Take the double-decker train to the Alptrider Sattel and continue walking to Alp Bella towards Grübelekopf, before turning right to the Upper Malfrag.  On the descent, you first pass the Fliesser Stieralp and then the Fliesser Alp.

    moderate
    Distance 13.6 km
    6:00 h
    602 m
    1,172 m
    2,702 m
    1,697 m

    The route Alptrider Sattel - Upper Malfrag - Samnaun-Compatsch is a scenic hiking trail in the border region between Austria and Switzerland.

    Starting from Alptrider Sattel, the trail leads through picturesque alpine landscapes with splendid views of the surrounding mountains (Spatlakopf, Mathäuskopf). On the way to Upper Malfrag, you will experience the natural beauty of the area such as meadows and possible encounters with native wildlife.

    On the descent, you can stop at the Fliesser Alp. The hike ends at the bus stop Samnaun-Compatsch, village.

    Author’s recommendation

    Taking photos - at the small lake with the special white flowers
    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    2,702 m
    Lowest point
    1,697 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 1.36%Dirt road 27.80%Forested/wild trail 38.39%Path 32.43%
    Asphalt
    185 m
    Dirt road
    3.8 km
    Forested/wild trail
    5.2 km
    Path
    4.4 km
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    Rest stops

    Alp Trida - Spezialitätenrestaurant «La Marmotte»
    Alpine Schaukäserei Samnaun
    Almrausch Erlebnisrestaurant
    Alp Bella
    Hotel und Dependance Romantica
    Confectionery-Bakery-Cafe Rechsteiner (Samnaun-Compatsch)

    Safety information

    The route was rated under favorable weather conditions; current weather conditions and forecasts must be strictly observed before starting. This hike requires basic alpine experience and orientation skills. Trekking shoes are recommended.

    Emergency numbers:144  Emergency, First aid 1414 Mountain rescue REGA 112  International emergency number

    Tips and suggestions

    www.samnaun.ch/wandern

    Roadbook

    • From the mountain station down to Alp Trida (optional by chairlift)
    • past the ski house, up to Alp Bella up to Upper Malfrag
    • Descent back down to Samnaun-Compatsch

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    • By the Rhaetian Railway (from Chur, Landquart/Prättigau or from Upper Engadin) hourly to Scuol-Tarasp station
    • Continue by PostAuto (from Scuol-Tarasp, or Martina, Cunfin) hourly to the PostAuto stop Samnaun-Ravaisch, cable cars
    • In Samnaun, hourly service during the day with the Samnaun bus

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    Directions

    • From the north: via Landquart – Klosters by car shuttle through the Vereina tunnel (Selfranga - Sagliains). Then on H27 heading over Scuol and Martina to Vinadi. At the Vinadi junction, continue to Samnaun (approx. 1 hour from Vereina south portal)
    • From the east: via the Inn valley road B180 via Landeck to Pfunds, Kajetansbrücke junction and via Spiss to Samnaun.
    • From the south: via Reschen Pass (Nauders) on B180 to Pfunds, Kajetansbrücke junction and via Spiss to Samnaun.

     By double-decker train from Samnaun-Ravaisch to Alp Trida Sattel.

    Parking

    Free parking at the cable cars in Samnaun-Ravaisch.

    Coordinates

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    46.978340, 10.373840
    DMS
    46°58'42.0"N 10°22'25.8"E
    UTM
    32T 604488 5203673
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    Good footwear, rain and sun protection, water bottle, first aid kit.

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    13.6 km
    Duration
    6:00 h
    Ascent
    602 m
    Descent
    1,172 m
    Highest point
    2,702 m
    Lowest point
    1,697 m
    Public-transport-friendly Linear route

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