K11 UR Vermigel – Capanna Cadlimo

The route K11 UR Vermigel – Capanna Cadlimo in Gotthard (canton of Uri) is 8 km long, takes around 3.4 hours and has SAC difficulty T5.

Best season: nur_sommer
  • Route: K11 UR Vermigel – Capanna Cadlimo
  • Region: Gotthard (Kanton Uri)
  • Theme: Stargazing Hikes
  • Distance: 8 km
  • Walking time: 3.4 h
  • Ascent: 961 m
  • Difficulty (SAC scale): T5
  • Terrain: Wanderland-Route K25 · SAC T5
  • Highlights along the route: Piz Alv, Punta Negra, Piz Purtgera, Pizzo di Froda, Piz Curnera, Piz Borel, La Rossa, Piz Ravetsch, Ruine

K11 UR Vermigel - Capanna Cadlimo

Difficulty comparison

T1
T2
T3
T4
T5
T6

This route (T5) sits in the upper third of the SAC scale (T1–T6).

What does the SAC difficulty mean?
T1 Hiking Well-cleared, marked path, no risk of falling.
T2 Mountain hiking Continuous trail, can be steep, sure-footedness needed.
T3 Demanding mountain hiking Trail not always visible, exposed sections with possible fall risk.
T4 Alpine hiking Trail often absent, demanding terrain, head for heights needed.
T5 Demanding alpine hiking Trail mostly absent, exposed terrain, alpine experience required.
T6 Difficult alpine hiking No trail, very exposed, sometimes glaciers, utmost sure-footedness required.

Tip: download the GPX track in advance or use the SagaTrail app – mobile reception in the Swiss mountains is often patchy, and the app gives you the map and legend offline as well.

Download GPX track

Elevation profile

Hoehenprofil 2626 m 1962 m 0 km 6.8 km

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the hike K11 UR Vermigel – Capanna Cadlimo take?

The route is 8 km long, takes about 3.4 hours and has SAC difficulty T5.

Is this route suitable for children?

With SAC grade T5, this route is fairly demanding and less suitable for children.

Is there a GPX track to download?

Yes, you can download the GPX track directly further up this page and use it in your navigation app.

Which legend belongs to this route?

This route is linked to the legend “DER ZUSCHAUER BEI DER TOTENPROZESSION” – you can find the full story in the Legends section of SagaTrail.

What is the best season for this route?

The best season for this route is: nur_sommer.

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