10.15 Disentis, railway station
High tour Piz Medel
Easy and impressive high tour in the Surselva near Disentis.
Technics
Endurance
The Piz Medel towers above the Greina plain and is a solitary and magnificent high tour near Disentis in the Surselva. Easily accessible and with a comfortable approach thanks to the Alpine taxi. We enjoy the first day on the Greina plain, a high plateau where the rivers still meander beautifully and nature is unspoilt. At the hut we have the opportunity to do some more scrambling and prepare for tomorrow's tour. But beware, the magnificent cake from the Terrihütte is waiting for us and the panoramic window with a view of the Piz Medel is magnificent! On the second day, we start early in the morning and enjoy the varied ascent over the wide glacier to Piz Medel. The last section is a short ridge that has to be crossed. The descent leads back over the glacier and back to Val Plattas. A quick dip in the mountain stream refreshes us before we take the Alpine taxi back. A magnificent, easy high-altitude tour that we enjoy together!
Procedure and meeting place
The meeting point is in Disentis at 10.15, to coincide with the train connection. From there we take the Alpentaxi to Val Plattas.
Leisurely hut approach to the Camona da Medel. Short input on the crampons, if desired some climbing and scrambling around the hut. Otherwise, enjoy the perfect cake with the magnificent view from the Medelserhütte.
Start together with the sunrise and in the light of the headlamps. After 1 hour we reach the glacier and fit crampons and ice axes. Via the impressive Glatscher da Medel we reach the pre-summit of Piz Medel and via its short ridge the main summit. The descent leads directly back down over the glacier and back to Val Plattas, from where we take a taxi back to Disentis.
Requirements
- Little prior knowledge is required.
- Experience in hiking and walking in pathless terrain.
- First experience with crampons.
- Stamina for alpine tours with around 800 metres ascent and 1500 metres descent at a leisurely pace (~300m/h).
Price and services
- CHF 530.-
- Small group with 4 - 6 guests per mountain guide.
- Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his travel expenses.
- Including accommodation costs with half board.
- Excluding travel expenses, possible train tickets, personal consumption.
Material and equipment
- We have for you a detailed packing list with packing tips compiled.
- For this tour you need the following material from this PDF. We carry our equipment with us all the time. Pack only what is necessary.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us, preferably directly at Jonas or via the Contact form.
Accommodation
Medelserhütte
The Medelserhütte is idyllically situated on the pass in front of Piz Medel. It serves as the gateway to the beautiful Greina plain. The Medelserhütte is lovingly run by Verena and Jochen and the view from the panorama window is unique. Here you feel at home!
Impressions: Piz Medel
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