Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 7–9: Altdorf (UR) to Meiringen
~3 days · 41.3 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 7–9: Altdorf (UR) to Meiringen is known for
Stages 7–9 of Via Alpina (Switzerland) is an official 64 km point-to-point section from Altdorf (UR) to Meiringen.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 4,856 ft to 24,121 ft over 41.3 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 16.3 mi · 40%
- Downhill 19.8 mi · 48%
- Flat 5.0 mi · 12%
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 7–9: Altdorf (UR) to Meiringen?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 7–9: Altdorf (UR) to Meiringen scores 48/100, 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 7–9: Altdorf (UR) to Meiringen take?
Most backpackers hike the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 7–9: Altdorf (UR) to Meiringen in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 41.3 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 7–9: Altdorf (UR) to Meiringen?
The Via Alpina (Switzerland) — Stages 7–9: Altdorf (UR) to Meiringen climbs roughly 18,140 ft total — about 439 ft per mile, topping out near 7,434 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.