About
11,4 Km hike with 553 m ascent and 911 m descent, takes 4-5 hours. Start in Wangs with Cable car to Pizol hut. Best time to visit is July to October. Don‘t miss the last descent at around 4pm. Crowded at weekends. If possible visit during the week. High above tree line. Bring sun protection and enough water
Why go
- This hike is not only the most beautiful place I've seen in Switzerland but maybe the most beautiful hike I've ever done
- Spectacular mountain panoramas
Must try
- Wangsersee
- Wildsee
- Schottensee
- Schwarzsee
Pro tips
- Take the last lift down by ~16:30 or ~16:00
- Start early, not later than 10 am
- Take train to Sargans or Bad Ragaz, then local bus
- Start in Wangs valley station
- Bring sun protection and enough water
Good to know
- Crowded at weekends, visit during the week if possible
- Plan for 4-4.5 hours for the full route
- Sturdy boots recommended
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Rating
4.7 / 5 (301 reviews)