Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 16–18: Lenk to Rossinière
~3 days · 32.2 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 16–18: Lenk to Rossinière is known for
Stages 16–18 of Via Alpina (Switzerland) is an official 52 km point-to-point section from Lenk to Rossinière.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 9,462 ft to 22,011 ft over 32.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 11.4 mi · 36%
- Downhill 19.3 mi · 61%
- Flat 1.1 mi · 4%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 16–18: Lenk to Rossinière?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 16–18: Lenk to Rossinière scores 35/100, 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 Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 16–18: Lenk to Rossinière take?
Most backpackers hike the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 16–18: Lenk to Rossinière in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 32.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 16–18: Lenk to Rossinière?
The Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 16–18: Lenk to Rossinière climbs roughly 11,152 ft total — about 346 ft per mile, topping out near 6,762 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. 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.