Güggisgrat with panoramic view
High above Lake Thun, a path runs above the tree line along the Güggisgrat. Besides the various wildlife, a phenomenal panoramic view of the Bernese Alps is captivating.
It is recommended to first hike westwards along the mountain house to the end of the ridge, as from here you can admire a magnificent view of Lake Thun, the surrounding towns, and as far as the Jura mountains. Crossing alpine pastures, you reach the Bugfeldstand, the highest point of the hike. With some luck, you may spot an eagle or the bearded vulture during its patrol flight or encounter chamois. From the Burgfeldstand to the Gemmenalphorn extends the area of ibex and snow grouse. Flower lovers will find numerous alpine flowers here. A particularly beautiful viewpoint is on the Gemmenalphorn, where the view eastwards opens up to the Sieben Hengste, the Hohgant, and the entire Seefeld area. Next follows a steep path descending from the Gemmenalphorn over the Laubenegg towards Seefeld Oberberg, past the karst area, between the cliffs down into the Justistal. On the left rises the Güggisgrat and on the right towers the Sigriswilergrat. You enter the Justistal near Hinterstberg, where a refreshment break is possible in an alpine hut. With arrangement with the herdsman, you might watch the cheese-making process. Cheese, butter, and other dairy products from this alpine farming area are available for purchase on request. The Justistal is populated with grazing cattle and between 150 and 200 deer. From mid-August during the rutting season, the roaring of the stags can be heard. Most of the path follows the stream through alpine pastures to Grön. From there, the route continues towards Beatenberg along the asphalt road. The view of the lake is wonderful, stretching from Faulensee to Thun.
Author’s recommendation
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Berghaus Niederhorn - BeatenbergBerggasthof Oberhofenberg
Berggasthof Mittelberg
Restaurant Buffet
Safety information
This route runs entirely or partly on mountain hiking trails.
Tips and suggestions
Bernese Hiking Trails Association, Bern, Tel.: 031 340 01 01, E-Mail: info@beww.ch, Homepage: www.bernerwanderwege.ch
Roadbook
Niederhorn - Burgfeldstand - Gemmenalphorn - Justistal - Beatenberg
Niederhorn
Aussichtspunkt Burgfelderstand - Beatenberg
Steinbockkolonie Niederhorn
Berggasthof Oberhofenberg
Berggasthof Mittelberg
Parkplatz Waldbrand - Beatenberg
Restaurant Buffet
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Outbound journey: by train to Interlaken West. Then by bus to Beatenberg, Niederhorn valley station. By train up to Niederhorn.
Return journey: from Beatenberg Niederhorn cable car by bus or funicular
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Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Swisstopo hiking map 1:50,000 254T Interlaken
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Equipment
We recommend the following equipment: sturdy hiking boots, medium-sized backpack with hip belt, sun protection, rainwear, hiking poles, first aid kit, picnic, sufficient fluids, mobile phone.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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