The Hochstollen is a 2,481-meter-high mountain in the Uri Alps near Melchsee-Frutt. It offers a rewarding yet challenging hike with breathtaking views of the Obwalden mountain panorama. The summit rewards with distant views as far as Titlis and Pilatus. The climb is especially popular in summer.

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Pfeiffer

August 22, 2019

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It is a beautiful degree walk with stunning views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The ascent of Melchsee-Frutt over the "Rinne" is a special challenge that requires absolute sure-footedness and fitness. The path is marked with a blue / white mark.

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Patrick Kurmann

July 27, 2019

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Fantastic view u.a. to the Melchsee Frutt. Nice climb. A pleasure beyond compare.

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1. Melchsee-Frutt – Hochstollen Summit loop from Melchsee-Frutt

13.4km

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790m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Hochstollen Summit – Abgschütz loop from Chingstuel

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950m

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3. View of Lake Tannen – Hochstollen Summit loop from Tannensee

19.4km

07:55

900m

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Elevation 2,530 m

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Location: Lungern, Obwalden, Zentralschweiz, Switzerland

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Hochstollen Summit

1. Melchsee-Frutt – Hochstollen Summit loop from Melchsee-Frutt

2. Hochstollen Summit – Abgschütz loop from Chingstuel

3. View of Lake Tannen – Hochstollen Summit loop from Tannensee

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