Hikes

High route Schalb-Jungu

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The hike starts in Schalb above Embd and leads over the heights of the Matter Valley to Jungen. The destination is the new restaurant next to Lake Jungen.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Length

7.02 km

Duration

2:50 h

Das neue Bergrestaurant, gelegen auf einem aussichtsreichen Plateau

Spektakuläre Seilbahnfahrt von Jungen nach St.Niklaus mit einer atemberaubenden Aussicht auf die Mischabelkette

Description

With its spectacular landscapes, the hike offers a true feast for the eyes throughout. Start your route high up with two consecutive cable car rides. The breathtaking panorama overlooking the Matter Valley will captivate you and make you forget the time completely. Upon reaching the small mountain lake on Jungenalp, you can refresh yourself on the terrace of the new restaurant, which offers a fantastic view of the valley towards Zermatt.

Turn-by-turn directions

This hiking route is very well marked with signposts along the way. The hike begins with a first cable car ride from Kalpetran to Embd, where you transfer to a second, semi-open and thus unique cable car that takes you to Schalb. Once there, you cross the Embdbach and then follow the path towards Jungen until you reach the new mountain restaurant. At the end, the cable car takes you down to the endpoint of your hike in the village of St. Niklaus, where in winter the largest St. Nicholas in Switzerland stands. You return to your starting point by the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn.

Start

Schalb (1889m)

Destination

Jungu (1935m)

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Author's recommendation

At the end of your hike, take a break in the new restaurant in Jungen, where you can expect hearty dishes and a magnificent view into the Matter Valley.

Technical information

Altitude

2359m

1923m

Ascent

+475m

Descent

-430m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

Public transport

Regular train connections from all over Switzerland to Visp, then change to the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn which takes you to Kalpetran. From Kalpetran take the gondola to Embd. With the unique semi-open gondola to Schalb. At the end of the hike, the gondola takes you from Jungen to St. Niklaus. From there, the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn regularly runs to Visp – Brig with train connections throughout Switzerland.

Train schedules and the connections of the Schalb cable car can be found at www.sbb.ch

Approach

Arrival to Visp, then follow the signs to Zermatt. After the Stägjitschugge tunnel, turn right to Kalpetran. Then follow the road to the car park at the sports ground in Kalpetran. Continue with the cable car to Embd and cable car to Schalb. Since the hike ends in Jungen, it is recommended to drive by car to Kalpetran and after the hike return to Kalpetran by public transport.

Parking

Free parking in Kalpetran.

Equipment

We recommend:

Good footwear
Weather-dependent clothing: always carry a waterproof vest
Headgear
Sunscreen
Water bottle
Picnic
Camera
Binoculars (optional)
Hiking poles (optional)
Printed map of the hiking trail (click "Print" to download)

For certain hikes:

Swimsuit

Safety information

The mountains, a place of joy for sharing and respecting. The mountain world is a place to meet and experience unforgettable moments together – whether by bike or on foot. To ensure all users can benefit, it is essential to share this space with respect for nature and agriculture. Respectful behavior allows everyone to pursue their leisure activities under the best conditions. Inform yourself about recommendations and rules. Assess your own skills and fitness well. Using the different routes is always at your own risk.

For all hikes:

Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page.
Use only marked hiking trails and observe all signposts and instructions - for your own safety, to protect grazing animals, and out of respect for wildlife.
Close gates after passing through.
Behave considerately towards other trail users, plants, and animals.

For mountain hikes:

Carry additional sunscreen. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even on cloudy days.
Plan your hike carefully: take into account the required fitness level of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal factors.
Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing and enough provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unstable weather, it is better to turn back early.

For high alpine hikes:

Inform your family about your hiking route. If possible, avoid going alone.
Do not venture onto glaciers without a mountain guide.
Observe warning signs indicating dangers at riverbanks, along watercourses below dams and reservoirs: water levels can rise quickly and without warning.

Hiking respectfully

Preparation for a hike