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Alpine Lake Circuit in Pfunders: Hike to Hidden Alpine Gems

Gitschberg Jochtal
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Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
7:00
in hours
Distance
17.1
in km
Status
open
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  • Other hikes
  • Theme paths
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The Alpine Lake Circuit in Pfunders takes you to secluded alpine lakes through natural mountain meadows with views of the surrounding peaks. The hike is particularly suitable for nature lovers who appreciate tranquillity and alpine landscapes.
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The starting point of the hike is the Dun parking lot in the upper Pfunders Valley. From there, follow trail no. 20 towards Grindlberg Lake. The route begins on an uphill paved road before turning left onto a wider hiking trail that leads through the Dun Gorge.

Soon the valley opens up, and the trail follows the Weitenberg stream with the impressive Pfunders mountains as a backdrop. The route climbs gradually through alpine meadows, passing the Lower Engbergalm and Upper Engbergalm mountain huts. Beyond the huts, trail no. 20 becomes narrower and steeper, crossing flower-filled grassy slopes before reaching the Pfunderer High Trail.

After around three hours, you reach Grindlberg Lake at 2,485 metres. Continue on trail no. 20 over slate slabs to the lake's north-western shore and then on to Seescharte Pass at 2,591 metres, the highest point of the hike.

The descent leads to Weitenberg Lake. From there, continue across the wide alpine pastures on an unmarked but well-signposted route to the Weitenbergalm at 1,958 metres. Fresh alpine products are served on the sunny terrace, offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

For the return, follow trail no. 19 towards Dun, where it eventually rejoins the familiar route. The hike ends back at the Dun parking lot.

Categories
  • Other hikes
  • Theme paths
Route data
Difficult
Distance
17,1 km
Duration
7 h 00 min
Ascent
1.080 m
Decent
1.080 m
Technical skills
Physical condition
Scenary
Highest point
2.530 m
Lowest point
1.453 m
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