Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 9–12: Laupen to Langnau i.E.
~4 days · 44.6 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 9–12: Laupen to Langnau i.E. is known for
Stages 9–12 of Trans Swiss Trail is an official 70 km point-to-point section from Laupen to Langnau i.E..
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 5,328 ft to 10,010 ft over 44.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 18.1 mi · 41%
- Downhill 13.3 mi · 30%
- Flat 12.8 mi · 29%
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 9–12: Laupen to Langnau i.E.?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 9–12: Laupen to Langnau i.E. scores 18/100, 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 9–12: Laupen to Langnau i.E. take?
Most backpackers hike the Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 9–12: Laupen to Langnau i.E. 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 9–12: Laupen to Langnau i.E.?
The Trans Swiss Trail — Stages 9–12: Laupen to Langnau i.E. climbs roughly 5,289 ft total — about 119 ft per mile, topping out near 3,104 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.