Stage 02 Via Glaralpina – Brüggler – short and airy

From the Niederurner Tal (1179 m a.s.l.), the second stage follows a short section of the gravel road towards the Hirzli mountain restaurant. On the right, the gravel road is left and the mountain hiking trail is followed steeply in zigzag and through shady forest to the Wänifurggel (1610 m a.s.l.). There will be drops of sweat, but the view into the Schwändital makes up for it. Strength and concentration are still needed – especially in the arms: what follows is probably the most demanding section of the entire Via Glaralpina. The steep passage to the Brüggler is equipped with chains and rungs. You need to hold on tightly and step safely over the rungs to climb up. The experience is unique. From the Brüggler (1777 m a.s.l.), the route continues over Winteregg / Schattenstafel / Boggenmoor to the magnificent Obersee (982 m a.s.l.) and the stage destination, the Berghotel Obersee. Or further – to the rustic hut on the Rautialp (1637 m a.s.l.) (1 1/2 to 2 hours further, reservation required). This way, the kilometers are already done the next day and the overnight stay is unique.