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Sustenpass

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  • Susten Pass
    Susten Pass
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    One of the most beautiful and modern Swiss passes among cyclists.
    moderate
    Distance 45.4 km
    3:07 h
    1,601 m
    1,313 m
    2,227 m
    626 m

    The route begins in Innertkirchen, where the Gadmer and Hasli valleys branch off. The first 600 meters of altitude are climbed up to Gadmen, with the ascent running straight through the Gadmer valley without major bends. After Gadmen, the road climbs the mountain in long sweeping curves – reaching "Himmelrank" at 1800 meters above sea level, where the next 600 meters of altitude are gained.

    Nomen est omen: where the route almost climbs to the sky, the gradient is demanding but rewarded with a heavenly view. A short stop offers a view through the valley of the kilometers covered back to Gadmen. About 4 kilometers and 400 meters of altitude remain to the Susten pass summit. Passing Bäregg, past Steinsee and the Alpkäserei Steingletscher, one finally reaches the long-awaited pass summit at 2260 meters above sea level. From now on it’s all downhill: first with some long curves to Sustenbrüggli, where the restaurant Sustenbrüggli invites you for a small refreshment before the last section. From here, the road runs straight and steadily downhill for about 10 kilometers. Finally, the route leads over two kilometers in wide curves descending one thousand meters until you reach Wassen, the destination of the route.

    There is connection to the PostBus line along the entire route.

    Author’s recommendation

    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    2,227 m
    Lowest point
    626 m
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    45.4 km
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    Rest stops

    Hotel Steingletscher - Gadmen
    Hotel Hof & Post - Innertkirchen
    Gadmer Lodge

    Safety information

    • Know traffic rules / pay attention to other road users
    • Check bike function before departure
    • Always wear a helmet; gloves and protectors are also recommended
    • Know the route (navigation)
    • Check weather and traffic information
    • Drink enough & keep energy levels filled
    • Manage your own fitness and recovery
    • Watch out for hikers, animals, objects, etc. near the road

    Tips and suggestions

    Roadbook

    Innertkirchen - Nessental - Gadmen - Steingletscher - Himmelrank - Sustenpass - Sustenbrüggli - Meien - Wassen

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    Thanks to its central location in Europe, Switzerland is served by international trains from over 12 countries. Within Switzerland, intercity trains run directly from Basel and Lucerne to the Jungfrau Region. Travelers from Zurich change trains in Bern. The trains operate every half hour.

    There is connection to the PostBus line along the entire route. The buses carry bicycles, but these must be registered by 4:00 pm the day before at +41 58 448 20 08.

    Directions

    There are various driving options by car. From Basel and Geneva, the fastest route is via Bern. From Zurich, the quickest drive is towards Lucerne and Brünig Pass. The pass is open in summer and winter.

    From the south, access is via Grimsel or Susten Pass to the region. Both passes are only open in summer. Alternatively, the Simplon Pass and then the Lötschberg car shuttle train are options.

    Parking

    There are parking options in Meiringen or Innertkirchen. However, public transport is recommended.

    Coordinates

    SwissGrid
    2'660'462E 1'173'026N
    DD
    46.705705, 8.229276
    DMS
    46°42'20.5"N 8°13'45.4"E
    UTM
    32T 441084 5172749
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    Equipment

    • Technically perfectly maintained bike
    • Helmet, gloves, protectors
    • Bicycle bell and functioning lights
    • Repair kit
    • First aid kit
    • Mobile phone for emergencies
    • Weather-appropriate clothing (always carry rain protection)
    • Drink and food supply

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    Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    45.4 km
    Duration
    3:07 h
    Ascent
    1,601 m
    Descent
    1,313 m
    Highest point
    2,227 m
    Lowest point
    626 m
    Public-transport-friendly Scenic Linear route

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