Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 25–28: Airolo to Bellinzona
~4 days · 44.6 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 25–28: Airolo to Bellinzona is known for
Stages 25–28 of Trans Swiss Trail is an official 73 km point-to-point section from Airolo to Bellinzona.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,552 ft to 15,404 ft over 44.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 12.7 mi · 30%
- Downhill 14.9 mi · 35%
- Flat 15.4 mi · 36%
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 25–28: Airolo to Bellinzona?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 25–28: Airolo to Bellinzona scores 39/100, 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 25–28: Airolo to Bellinzona take?
Most backpackers hike the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 25–28: Airolo to Bellinzona in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 44.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 25–28: Airolo to Bellinzona?
The Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 25–28: Airolo to Bellinzona climbs roughly 14,941 ft total — about 335 ft per mile, topping out near 4,698 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.