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UMBRAIL \u2013 THE SWISS PATH<\/h3>\n

The Swiss border occupation 1914\u20131918<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]Follow in the footsteps of Swiss border guards. You will find traces of them on the way to Piz Umbrail and on to Punta di Rims. The route continues across Italian territory, taking a detour to one of the former Italian artillery positions before returning to the Umbrail Pass.\n

In the immediate vicinity of the Umbrail Pass (walking time up to 45 minutes), you will find information boards on the following topics:<\/p>\n

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    • A comprehensive introduction to the situation during the First World War in the immediate border area<\/li>\n
    • The Swiss border defence system from the Dreisprachenspitze to Punta di Rims<\/li>\n
    • Tactical and combat considerations of the early 20th century<\/li>\n
    • Accommodation and fortifications<\/li>\n
    • Supply and logistics of the troops at \u2018Umbrail Mitte\u2019.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      The route from Piz Umbrail (3,033 metres above sea level) to Punta di Rims and back to the pass provides:<\/p>\n

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        • an overview of the history of events on the Ortler front;<\/li>\n
        • a general overview of the Swiss border occupation;<\/li>\n
        • the problem of border violations; and<\/li>\n
        • the significance of Italian artillery in the mountain warfare of 1915-1918.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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