Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 4–6: Elm to Altdorf (UR)
~3 days · 42.2 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 4–6: Elm to Altdorf (UR) is known for
Stages 4–6 of Via Alpina (Switzerland) is an official 68 km point-to-point section from Elm to Altdorf (UR).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 5,069 ft to 23,455 ft over 42.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 18.2 mi · 43%
- Downhill 21.8 mi · 52%
- Flat 2.1 mi · 5%
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 4–6: Elm to Altdorf (UR)?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 4–6: Elm to Altdorf (UR) scores 52/100, 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 4–6: Elm to Altdorf (UR) take?
Most backpackers hike the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 4–6: Elm to Altdorf (UR) in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 42.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How high does the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 4–6: Elm to Altdorf (UR) go?
The Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 4–6: Elm to Altdorf (UR) tops out near 7,349 ft over its 42.2 miles.
Related trails
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.