T3 - [CH] Engadine hiking: Val Toui, Furcletta, Val Tasna

02Nov Sat
09:15

 ZH HB/Guarda

Organized by:  Alexander S
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Val Toui, Furcletta, Val Tasna

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Description
(This is a copy of the event done by Botond one week before - the idea was so great, so lets repeat it 😄)

⚠️Please read the whole description, it contains important information ⚠️


Hoi hikers,


End of October is the best time to visit Engadine for colourful autumn foliage hikes. Golden larches, blue lakes and high peaks nearby make sure, you will return home with nice memories.


More info about the hike: Guarda to Ardez via Furcletta Pass


 


Weather forecast: Sunny with some clouds, colder and windier above 2500m. Furcletta (2735m), Guarda (village)


Note: This hike is not suitable for beginners. 


  1. How to get there:

    Journey by public transport:

    1. 06:35 → 07:41, IC 3, Zürich HB Gleis 8 → Landquart Gleis 2
    2. 07:47 → 09:09, RE 24, Landquart Gleis 6 → Guarda
    3. 09:10 → 09:18, Bus 851, Guarda, staziun → Guarda, cumün 

  2. How to get away:
    1. 19:41 → 19:52, R 15, Ardez → Sagliains Gleis 4
    2. 20:03 → 21:13, RE 4, Sagliains Gleis 4 → Landquart Gleis 6
    3. 21:18 → 22:22, IC 3, Landquart Gleis 3 → Zürich HB Gleis 6

Meeting point: Meet in the train IC 3 leaving from platform 8. I will come from Winterthur and rush to the platform. I have reserved seats. As soon as I know where the seats are, I'll update — this will be on the evening before, after 20:00.


Meeting point:
09:09 AM -  Guarda

 
Hike:
  • The hike will last ca. 8 hours with a lot of viewpoints.
  • Short lunch break near the Toui hut (closed).
  • The pace will be medium/fast with enough time to admire the landscape. In case you're not able to keep up with the pace, we might split up.
  • If it's not managable to go through the Furcletta pass, no worries, an alternative route has already been planned.


Equipment:

  • Proper hiking boots, poles, spikes , snacks, enough water, proper clothes acc. to the weather, sunscreen, good mood and fitness.

Standard Disclaimer:

This is not a guided tour, every individual is responsible for their actions, choices and judgement. It is your own responsibility to assess your fitness condition for this hike, to assure adequate equipment (boots, clothes, etc.), insurance coverage and to check and evaluate the weather forecast. In case professional rescue services are required, you will be responsible for the costs.
The organiser holds no responsibility for any injuries or death that might result directly or indirectly from this event. The organiser does not warrant the accuracy of the description of the hike.
By joining the hike, you accept the terms explained above.
Please be aware that you join at your own risk.

Additional notes

  • The organizer is no professional guide. Participants are responsible for themselves, must do their own research about the route, and must be able to navigate by themselves (in case the groups split for some reason, for example).
  • Out of respect for the others, please be on time. If you happen to be late, contact the organizer.
  • If you have a No Show in your profile (= you did not show up to a hike you signed up to in the past), I may exclude you from the event.
  • Unjoining allowed until 12 hours before the start of the event. If you are unable to be join for whatever reason, contact the organizer.
  • This is also published on Meetup in the groups "zürich fun indoor & outdoor Activities" and "100 Days of Hiking for Outdoor Addicts!".


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Comments
Alexander S 1 year ago
Small updates: We'll start at Guarda, cumün (🚏🚌 bus stop). Spares us about 200hm ascent from the train station. I also already got confirmation that the seat reservation Zürich ➭ Guarda is confirmed. Just waiting for the confirmation for Ardez ➮ Zürich in the evening.
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Alexander S 1 year ago
A few notes upcoming:
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Alexander S 1 year ago
Botond made me aware, that there are NO water spots on the way tomorrow! Because of that, make sure that you've got enough. As it's not blazingly hot, I guess that 2l is plenty.
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Alexander S 1 year ago
Weather: sunny 😎 Even on the peak (which is 200m higher than where we're going on the pass), srf meteo shows 9°C, sun, and almost no wind. Awesome 😀
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Alexander S 1 year ago
Light: sun down is at about 1700 in Ardez. We might still be walking by that time. Although I doubt that it's needed, maybe bring a headlamp.
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Alexander S 1 year ago
got the usual SBB seat assignments. IC3 from Zurich, pl. 8, carriage 7, upper floor. There are also reservations in the other trains, but they didn't write where. We'll find out. See you tomorrow 😀
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Alexander S 1 year ago
02.11.2024 Zug Landquart - Klosters Platz ab 07:47 ist im A reserviert. Die Wagenposition finden Sie an den Formationsanzeigen auf den Bahnsteigen und auf www.sbb.ch - Zugformation. Schöne Reise.
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Alexander S 1 year ago
https://photos.app.goo.gl/i4YsHm9xM8PFrwkv5 Happy to share an Google Photos album with so far only my pictures. Please also upload yours that you'd like to share. You'll also find the group picture in there in due time.
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