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Kesch-Hütte SAC – Chamanna d'Es-cha CAS loop from Piz Kesch

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Kesch-Hütte SAC – Chamanna d'Es-cha CAS loop from Piz Kesch

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Kesch-Hütte SAC – Chamanna d'Es-cha CAS loop from Piz Kesch

09:24

19.2km

1,360m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 0 m for 2.05 km

After 11.7 km for 3.86 km

After 16.4 km for 2.74 km

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239 m

Across the Porchabella Glacier

Highlight • Natural Monument

The route ascends the Porchabella Glacier to the Porta Porchabella (3008 m) and then descends to the Escha Hut; a very rewarding crossing; crampons are necessary, especially in the mornings when the ice is frozen; trekkers can rent crampons at the Kesch Hut for 10 Swiss francs (as of 2023), which can then be returned at the Escha Hut; crevasse danger is negligible on the correct route; shortly before the pass, one must pull oneself up steep moraine sand using a rope; on the other side, there are wire ropes for approximately 50 meters of elevation gain through rocks (T4).

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2.18 km

Pochabella Glacier

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Pochabella glacier is from the mountain hut Kersch

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2.20 km

Kesch-Hütte SAC

Highlight • Mountain Hut

On the Fuorcla Funtauna, between Davos and the Albula Pass and east of Bergün, the Kesch-Hütte SAC rises to an altitude of 2,625 meters. Nestled in the breathtaking landscape of the Ela Nature Park, this hut of the Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) welcomes you. An ideal starting point for your mountain, hiking and bike tours. The majestic mountains will impress you.

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2.77 km

View of Vadret da Porchabella Glacier

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great view of the Vadret da Porchabella glacier below the Piz Kesch and Piz Val Müra. Unfortunately, the area continues to decline every year and soon there will probably be nothing left of the “Eternal Ice”. The glacier feeds the Ava da Salect stream, which flows into the Albula.

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6.71 km

Alp digl Chant

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Delicious alpine cheese is sold here, and you can also taste it beforehand. There is always space in the backpack for this.

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12.6 km

Fuorcla Pischa

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Fuorcla Pischa pass is located at 2,835 meters and connects Val Plazbi with Val d'Es-cha. The path leads through a wide slate scree field and offers great views of the surrounding peaks. The ascent is relatively steep and you should bring enough sun protection.

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16.2 km

Chamanna d'Es-cha CAS

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Chamanna d'Es-cha is a small oasis and offers you the opportunity to strengthen yourself during a break or to replenish your reserves overnight. The hut is located at 2,594 meters above sea level and was completely renovated just a few years ago. You can reach the hut on foot or with your bike via various approaches. From here you can set off in all directions for great adventures.

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18.2 km

Porta d'Es-cha

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Two chains to the ridge. Glacier equipment needed afterwards

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19.2 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.16 km

4.59 km

4.16 km

2.04 km

Surfaces

8.33 km

5.46 km

5.10 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,980 m)

Lowest point (1,950 m)

Weather

Sunday 10 May

4°C

-3°C

94 %

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Kesch-Hütte SAC – Chamanna d'Es-cha CAS loop from Piz Kesch

Across the Porchabella Glacier

Pochabella Glacier

Kesch-Hütte SAC

View of Vadret da Porchabella Glacier

Alp digl Chant

Fuorcla Pischa

Chamanna d'Es-cha CAS

Porta d'Es-cha

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