Most frequented pass route from the Bernese Oberland to Valais. It is especially impressive due to the high-alpine scenery, the imposing distant view of the Valais Alps, and the unique deep view from the Gemmi Pass height. The descent on the steep, rock-blasted trail to Leukerbad is not suitable for people prone to dizziness or with weak footing. Outside the settlements, it is almost entirely a natural path.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Bergrestaurant Sunnbüel - KanderstegBerggasthof Schwarenbach
Restaurant
Safety information
This route runs partly or entirely on mountain hiking paths.Tips and suggestions
Bernese Hiking Trails Association, Bern, Tel.: 031 340 01 01, Email: info@beww.ch, Homepage: www.bernerwanderwege.chRoadbook
Arveseeli
Berggasthof Schwarenbach
Gemmi
Hotel Wildstrubel
Restaurant
Leukerbad, Busterminal
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Arrival: By train to Kandersteg. Then by bus to the valley station of the Sunnbüel cable car.
Return: By bus from Leukerbad to Leuk train station. From there by train.
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Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
Hiking suggestion from the hiking book Thunersee - Frutigland, hiking book series of the Bernese hiking trails
Author’s map recommendations
Book recommendations for this region:
Equipment
We recommend the following equipment: sturdy mountain boots, medium-sized backpack with hip belt, sun protection, rainwear, hiking poles, pocket first aid kit, picnic, sufficient fluids, mobile phone.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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