Grindelwald, Switzerland
Top Spots in and near Grindelwald
-
Engelberg, Switzerland
Hike to Rugghubelhütte via Brunnihutte
6.13 mi / 1801 ft gainThe hike to Rugghubelhütte can begin either in Engelberg, or as described here, at the top of the Brunni (or Ristis) cable car. It just depends how much elevation you want to hike. From the top of Brunni, the trail meanders along the mountainside for a while before starting to climb more sharply....Read more -
Engelberg, Switzerland
Fürenalp Panorama Loop
6.2 mi / 108 ft gainYou can reach the start of this hike by taking the (free) hiker bus from Engelberg to the Fürenalp cable car. Take the cable car to the top, and you'll have a long, pleasant descent towards Staüber, with stunning views along the way. Near Staüber, the trail cuts back down the valley towards Füren...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Hike and Climb Daubenhorn
5.01.2 mi / 3280.8 ft gainThere are many Via Ferratas in the European Alps. They provide a unique way to get to some impressive places with minimal equipment and climbing skills. A Via Ferrata is a protected climbing route, made of steel. You secure yourself to cables (using a special attachment on your harness) and climb...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Hike Majing Lake
2.5 mi / 656.2 ft gainIf you want to get great night views on your hike out, start at 2 am in the village of Leukerbad. There's parking at "Obere Maressen", which is also the starting point. Follow the track to Majingsee. There are multiple routes to the lake but make sure to stay on this trail - it's definetely the b...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Explore Dala Gorge
Start at "Obere Maressen" and follow the walkway through the forest. You'll find detailled informations at a clearing just before the gorge.The bridges leading through the gorge are safe to use, but that doesn't mean you won't need to be careful. Make use of the numerous viewing platforms and ben...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Lake Dauben Loop
3.08 mi / 312 ft gainLake Dauben (Daubensee in German) is located on Gemmi Pass, an ancient high mountain pass that has been walked since the Middle Ages – even Sherlock Holmes walks this route in "The Final Problem"! The lake has a subsurface runoff and drains completely in late autumn, but the trip can also be done...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Hike to Lämmeren Cabin and Lake
5 mi / 492.1 ft gainTake the cable way from Leukerbad to Gemmi Pass. Facing away from the mountain station (north), head left (west) and follow the track to "Lämmerenhütte" (Lämmeren Cabin). The track leads through a small tunnel that was once built by the Swiss Army.The tunnel leads to the glacier forefield of the ...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Hike up Gemmi Pass
3.02.1 mi / 3074.1 ft gainGemmi Pass is an absolutely stunning place, with its secluded scenery and the amazing views over the Swiss Alps. While people usually choose the easy way and take the cable car up the mountain they miss out on the most rewarding part: The epic trail leading from the village of Leukerbad to Gemmi ...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Hiking on Torrenthorn
1862.2 mi / 2132.5 ft gainStart in the early morning by taking the cable way (either from Leukerbad or Flaschen valley station) to Rinderhütte. The trail from Rinderhütte to Torrenthorn is nicely done and well marked so you won't need to climb. However, depending on the amount of gear you have in your backpack it can be q...Read more -
San Anselmo, California
Hiking the Alpi Pontine - Pizzo Diei and Mount Cistella
12 mi / 4517.7 ft gainDrive to the San Domenico ski resort, a lovely small Italian alpine town where you will start. There you can opt to ride the cable car and save yourself about 450 meters of hiking up through ski tracks that are beautiful but will not add much to the adventure and which will already be very energy...Read more -
Simplon, Switzerland
Hike in the Laggintal
7.3 mi / 3359.6 ft gainThe journey begins in the village of Simplon Dorf, crouched on soft hills and lush green meadows under the Fletschhorn.The trail starts at the side of the Post Office in the center of Simplon Dorf and you'll ascend on a track very well marked crossing diagonally the wooded ridge overlooking the v...Read more -
Flüelen, Switzerland
Hike to Surenenpass in the Uri Alps
14 mi / 6000 ft gainThe hike begins in the town of Attinghausen, which can easily be reached by public transport, about 1.5 hours from Zürich. You should follow the yellow signs for the Brüsti Seilbahn. Here, you can take the cable car up to Brüsti (the midpoint between Attinghausen and Surenen Pass) for 10 CHF/$10....Read more -
Silenen, Switzerland
Hike from Bristen to Sedrun via the Gotthard Tunnel
10.6 mi / 4593.2 ft gainYou start this hike at the Golzern-Talstation in the small town of Bristen in Canton Uri. As it is a point-to-point hike, I recommend to use public transportation. The journey from Amsteg to Bristen is already an adventure by itself: the road is so narrow that other vehicles cannot cross, so that...Read more -
Bognanco, Italy
Hike to Gattascosa hut and Camoscellahorn
4.2 mi / 3290.7 ft gainThe path that I'm suggesting here can be completed in full if you feel trained for a climb of 1000m but it can also be cut in half at the Monscera pass if you prefer something simpler and lighter. In any case, your excursion will give you great reward. From Domodossola follow directions to Bognan...Read more -
Erstfeld, Switzerland
Hike Bälmeten
9 mi / 4485 ft gainBrass Tax Distance: 9 mi out and back. Elevation Gain : 4,485 ft Difficulty: Difficult Time: Full day (overnight possibility) The Hike This hike begins in the town of Schattdorf. It is relatively accessible from most major cities by train and bus. You’ll take the cable car up at Schattdorf LS...Read more -
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Hike the Almageller Höhenweg
6.9 mi / 689 ft gainGetting ThereStart your tour in Saas-Grund at the bottom station of the Hohsaas cableway. In summer, it costs you only 7 Swiss Francs there to park your car for the day. Then take the cable car up to the middle station (Kreuzboden) where your hike will begin.Hint: If you are staying in the Saas V...Read more