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Suspension bridge "Bodmer-Brücke"

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Suspention bridge Bodmer
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Small but fine, the Bodmer suspension bridge leads over the wild Aegina in the footsteps of the former Ulrichen mule yard in the direction of Griespass.

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Distance 6.8 km

2:28 h

577 m

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1,923 m

1,347 m

I wonder how the muleteers with their heavily loaded mules managed to cross the Aegina? On the way from Ulrichen to Ladstafel, Nufenen- or Griesspass nestled in the wild and romantic nature of the Aegina Valley, hikers today find the small but fine suspension bridge for easy crossing of the river. From here, the valley widens and the view opens up into the impressive valley basin, which is crowned by the huge wind turbines of Europe's highest wind farm. The magnificent stone bridge at “Ladstafel” was built in 1761. For the way back we recommend the courses of PostAuto.

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Suspension bridge Bodmer-Brücke
Old stone bridge near Ladstafel
Wind park Griespass: The highest wind power plant in Europe

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Difficulty

moderate

Overall difficulty

moderate

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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Highest point

Ulrichen, Ladstafel, 1,923 m

Lowest point

Ulrichen, Bahnhof, 1,347 m

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Forested/wild trail

5.7 km

Path

485 m

Road

625 m

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Rest stops

Hotel Restaurant Astoria Ulrichen

Safety information

The use of the hiking trails is at your own risk. Obergoms Tourismus AG disclaims all liability and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.

Take a map with you or download the complete description of the route with a large-scale map. Use only signposted paths and observe all markings and signs - for your own safety, for the protection of the landscape and in respect for wildlife. Be considerate of other users. Take your rubbish and that of others with you.

Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Adequate clothing and provisions (food and drink) are very important. If the weather is unstable, it is better to turn around early.

Carry additional sun protection with you. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even when the sky is overcast.

Plan your tour carefully and in detail. Inform yourself in advance about the current conditions and weather conditions. The summer report https://www.goms.ch/en/summer-sports-report provides you with valuable information from the region.

Tips and suggestions

Windpark Griesspass: www.swisswinds.ch
www.postauto.ch

Roadbook

From Ulrichen, the trail first leads a short distance along the Nufenen pass road, the summer connection between the canton of Valais and the canton of Ticino. After the first few meters of altitude, the trail leaves the road and winds its way through the narrow valley towards Kitt, where the hiker already comes across the suspension bridge over the Aegina mountain stream. The Aegina is crossed twice up to Ladstafel. Here the hiker decides whether to return to his starting point by post bus or whether to continue his hike to the Nufenen- or Griespass.

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Hotel Restaurant Astoria Ulrichen
Dorfkirche St. Niklaus in Ulrichen
Hängebrücke Kittbrücke
Windpark Gries

Public transport

Public-transport-friendly

The regional trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway take you from Brig to Ulrichen in 1h 15 min. The Goms valley is also easily accessible from the Zurich / Lucerne via Andermatt and the Furka base tunnel.

The timetables for all trains and busses can be found at www.sbb.ch.

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Suspension bridge "Bodmer-Brücke"

Directions

From Brig follow cantonal road No 19 (Furkastrasse) for 37 km to Ulrichen.

The Goms valley is also easily accessible from direction Zurich / Lucerne via Andermatt – car transport Furka www.matterhorngotthardbahn.ch.

Parking

Public parking spaces are available in the vicinity of the railway station or in the village of Ulrichen. Follow the local parking guidance system.

Coordinates

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2'666'787E 1'150'789N

46.505078, 8.308755

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46°30'18.3"N 8°18'31.5"E

UTM

32T 446964 5150399

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Book recommendation by the author

You will find the following brochures in the tourist information offices and in most hotels and restaurants in Obergoms:

Summer map of Obergoms with hiking paths and bike trails
Holiday companion

Author’s map recommendations

Hiking map, Rotten Verlag, 1:25‘000

National maps 1:25'000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen

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Equipment

We recommend:

Good footwear and walking sticks
Sun and rain protection and warm clothing
Detailed map or information material with good tour preparation
Provisions for your day in the great outdoors
Pocket pharmacy and mobile phone for emergencies

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Difficulty

moderate

Overall difficulty

moderate

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

Distance

6.8 km

Duration

2:28 h

Ascent

577 m

Highest point

1,923 m

Lowest point

1,347 m

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