Valais/Wallis, Switzerland
Hiking trails near Sitten
171 quality-checked hiking routes are currently mapped within 40 km of Sitten, Valais/Wallis, Switzerland. Together their route lines cover 2.3k km. The average route is 13.7 km with 962 m (3,156 ft) of recorded ascent.
- 171
- Trails
- 40 km
- Search radius
- 1
- Easy routes
- 2.8 km
- Closest
The directory difficulty mix is 1 easy (1%), 83 moderate (49%) and 87 hard or expert (50%). 10 routes (6%) are recorded as loops. Difficulty is calculated from available distance and elevation data; it is not a statement about technical terrain or current conditions.
The most frequent route tags are mountain (130), alpine meadow (24), lake (13), panoramic viewpoint (6). The highest recorded point in this set is 3,647 m (11,965 ft). The place-level planning field lists june to september as the preferred season; check each route and official notices for live access and weather. Via Alpina Stage 80: Trient - Champex-Lac, 25-Alpine Passes Trail, 21-Alpine Passes Trail currently lead this page’s directory ranking, which uses route completeness and computed route scores rather than editorial field testing.
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How do these routes differ?
A closer look at the first 6 routes in this page’s default ordering. These comparisons describe this sample, not the entire destination or a field-tested recommendation.
Shortest mapped distance in this sample
10.8 km
25-Alpine Passes TrailCompare the climbing too; shortest does not necessarily mean easiest.
Lowest recorded ascent in this sample
103 m
25-Alpine Passes Trail6 of 6 have ascent data. Missing measurements are excluded.
Return logistics
0 recorded loops
Check start and finish for every option. An unknown shape does not mean a loop, and a loop does not establish access to its start.
Plan the return journey →| Route | Distance | Ascent | Moving time | Shape |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21-Alpine Passes Trail | 21.7 km | 1,894 m | 7 hr 33 min | Point to point |
| 25-Alpine Passes Trail | 10.8 km | 103 m | 2 hr 24 min | Point to point |
| Via Alpina Stage 80: Trient - Champex-Lac | 14.8 km | 1,247 m | 4 hr 58 min | Point to point |
| 23-Alpine Passes Trail | 12.1 km | 574 m | 3 hr 23 min | Point to point |
| 26-Alpine Passes Trail | 14.7 km | 762 m | 4 hr 13 min | Point to point |
| 31-Alpine Passes Trail | 13.7 km | 1,231 m | 4 hr 42 min | Point to point |
Distances follow stored route lines; ascent and time are estimates. Current access, surface and technical difficulty need separate checks. How to turn a comparison into a shortlist.
Guides around Sitten
- Best Mountain Hikes near Sitten130
- Hard Hiking Trails near Sitten87
- Best Autumn Hikes near Sitten84
- Moderate Hiking Trails near Sitten83
- Hiking Trails Under 10 km near Sitten79
- Hiking Trails Under 5 km near Sitten51
- Hiking Trails Over 20 km near Sitten25
- Best Alpine Meadow Hikes near Sitten24
- Dog-Friendly Hikes near Sitten18
- Best Lake Hikes near Sitten13
- Loop Trails near Sitten10
- Best Forest Hikes near Sitten6
Frequently asked questions
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All planning articles →Choosing a route
How to choose a hike beyond the difficulty label
Compare distance, climbing, route shape and missing information to build a shortlist that fits your day.
Read article →Understanding the map
Read an elevation profile without misreading the climb
Understand total ascent, net height change, profile scale and the section breakdown on each mapped route.
Read article →Planning your day
Build a hiking time plan with room for your own pace
Separate moving time, climbing allowance and stops, then explore how changing your assumptions changes the plan.
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