Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 17–20: Giswil to Erstfeld
~4 days · 43.5 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 17–20: Giswil to Erstfeld is known for
Stages 17–20 of Trans Swiss Trail is an official 72 km point-to-point section from Giswil to Erstfeld.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 4,616 ft to 9,354 ft over 43.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 16.0 mi · 37%
- Downhill 16.0 mi · 37%
- Flat 11.5 mi · 27%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 17–20: Giswil to Erstfeld?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 17–20: Giswil to Erstfeld scores 34/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 17–20: Giswil to Erstfeld take?
Most backpackers hike the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 17–20: Giswil to Erstfeld in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 43.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 17–20: Giswil to Erstfeld?
The Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 17–20: Giswil to Erstfeld climbs roughly 12,448 ft total — about 286 ft per mile, topping out near 2,861 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.