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The 2818m Sulzfluh can be climbed by an undemanding route from the Tilisuna Hut

This is a broad, almost featureless terrain that demands concentration, but views include the Drusenfluh and distant Schesaplana, while the cross on the Sulzfluh’s summit is clearly seen ahead. The trail meanders across the pavement, avoiding numerous deep fissures that have been cut into it, then goes up a slope (the path breaking into several strands) to gain an upper section of ridge and a signed junction. (The right branch is used on the ascent from the Lindauer Hut.)

The ridge narrows after this junction, and the path works along limestone ribs to be joined by a trail bringing a route from the Swiss side. It is here that the final ascent begins up rough slopes (sometimes snow ramps), still guided by cairns and paint flashes to mount the summit tower by its easiest side. The summit of the Sulzfluh is crowned by a huge wooden cross, and the panoramic view is immense.

OTHER ROUTES IN THE RÄTIKON ALPS

The seven routes described above represent some of the best walking opportunities in the Rätikon Alps, but there are, of course, scores more. A glance at the map is sufficient to reveal numerous walks of varying length and degree of difficulty, and the following outline suggestions may help focus your attention.