Via Alpina – The 15 stages of the Green Route

The Green Trail of Via Alpina starts on Alp Gaflei, 400 meters above Vaduz. You can reach Gaflei by bus from Vaduz or by car. Surrounded by the idyllic mountains of Liechtenstein, you walk over blooming alpine meadows and through deep forests.



From Gaflei and the observation tower there, the Via Alpina… read more

On today's stage you can look forward to the Swiss mountain idyll in its purest form: the remote Weisstannental is characterized by a lot of peace and a unique panorama. You leave Sargans heading west and cross the Seez. On the ascent to Vermol, you can make a detour to the shimmering Chapfensee.



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Even today, the rippling of the Seez accompanies you on your hike. Past the modern Alp Siez, which has a show dairy, the Via Alpina leads in the direction of the Foopass. The perfect place for a stop is the rustic Alp Walabütz: on the terrace you can treat yourself to homemade food and enjoy the view… read more

At the beginning of the fourth stage, the path climbs steeply uphill to Hengstboden. Alternatively, you can bridge the first stretch to Ämpächli with the cable car. On the way to Erbsalp you can once again marvel at the impressive rock overthrust on the Tschingelhörner. In addition, there is always a… read more

The fifth stage begins with the ascent to Braunwald, which can also be covered with the Braunwaldbahn. The view of the deeply cut valley is impressive. From Braunwald you hike to the Nussbüel, staying at the same level. The inn there is well known for their homemade Gugelhupf, which you shouldn't miss… read more

You leave the idyllic Urner Boden uphill in the direction of the Klausen Pass, which is soon in sight. Following the old pass path, you will make up a few meters in altitude and cross the pass road several times. The fantastic, constantly changing views make this part of the Via Alpina something very… read more

On the seventh day on the Via Alpina you leave Altdorf heading south and cross the Reuss, which flows into Lake Lucerne. The long ascent to the Surenenpass begins near Attinghausen, which you can shorten by taking the gondola lift to Brüsti. From the Brüsti, a scenic ridge path leads through the high… read more

This stage takes you through a popular recreation area that attracts nature lovers in both winter and summer. An advantage are the many cable cars, with which you can also simplify this route. In the south of Engelberg, the path behind the Hotel Bänklialp winds its way up the slope in tight curves.

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On the ninth day, rested, you set off from Engstlenalp to Meiringen. You first hike up to Tannalp on a well-secured path. There you will find an alpine cheese dairy, an inn and a small chapel. Behind it lies the magnificent Tannensee, which is bordered on one side by a dam wall.



The ridge path over the… read more

Rushing waterfalls and breathtaking peaks characterize the tenth stage of the Via Alpina: From Meiringen you climb up to Zwirgi and the Reichenbachfall. The water falls down over seven steps. As an alternative to going up, you can take the cog railway.



On the Gschwantenmad plateau, the unique view of… read more

Head south through the foothills of Grindelwald and set course for the world-famous mountains Eiger, Wetterhorn and Jungfrau. You will not be alone on this stage. The path leads steadily uphill and the mighty rock and ice landscapes of the Eiger north face seem close enough to touch. Following the romantic… read more

After a night in Lauterbrunnen you start heading south. Right from the start, Via Alpina takes you up high again: the path meanders along the cog railway up to Mürren. Magnificent alpine meadows and wide views accompany you. If you want to protect your feet, you can cover the section to Mürren by train… read more

In a southerly direction you leave the idyllic Griesalp with its waterfalls and climb up to the Obere Bundalp. Initially you hike through shady forest, but most of the 13th stage runs on exposed slopes. We therefore recommend that you bring enough water with you. In the Alpbeizli on the Obere Bundalp… read more

From the traditional wooden houses of Kandersteg, the route begins along the course of the Kander. Then the path leads steeply through the forest up to the cliffs of the Lohner. Sure-footedness is required on the paths. With a bit of luck you can see or hear daring ibexes and chamois on the mountain… read more

The last stage of the green path of Via Alpina starts with a leisurely section along the Allebach and then along the Gilsbach. Where numerous skiers wed down the slopes in winter, things are quiet and relaxed in summer. Along the way you can enjoy the diverse flora of small moor areas and wet meadows… read more