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๐Ÿฅพ Via Alpina โ€“ Blue Trail

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๐Ÿฅพ Via Alpina โ€“ Blue Trail
Long-distance alpine trek across Switzerland, Italy, and France


๐Ÿ• 2 min read ยท Updated 17 Mar 2026 at 11:07
๐Ÿ“Œ Fast Facts
  • Distance: approximately 829 kilometers (515 miles)
  • Stages: 61 sections
  • Total elevation gain: approximately 50,100 meters (164,400 feet)
  • Duration: typically 6+ weeks
  • Difficulty: demanding alpine trek requiring experience and fitness
  • Best season: June to September
  • Marked with blue and white Via Alpina signage

The Blue Trail is a long-distance hiking route of the Via Alpina system traversing the western Alps across ...

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