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Photo: David Birri, Grindelwald Tourismus
The early bird catches the worm. Those who want to complete the 51 kilometers in one day better get up early. The ascent over the Grosse Scheidegg to First demands quite a bit. In return, the panorama becomes more impressive with every meter of altitude. Upon arriving at Faulhorn, a short break is worthwhile. The view over Lake Brienz, the Black Forest, the Vosges, and the Jura makes the heart beat faster.
On the well-known high-altitude hiking trail to Schynige Platte, expect some hikers or bikers. From the mountain hut begins the steep descent to Burglauenen. The last kilometers back to Grindelwald mostly lead over asphalt roads.
Route characteristics
Length 51km
Elevation gain + 3100m / - 3100m
85% (43km) trail, hiking path, forest road
15% (8km) asphalt
Author’s recommendation
- Free running shoe test at Backdoor Shop Grindelwald
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Show elevation profileSafety information
In spring and autumn, snow can still or again lie on the ground.
Good physical condition and experience in trail running are prerequisites for mastering the E51 route.
Tips and suggestions
Roadbook
Gumihorn
Oberberghorn
Hireleni
Grindelwald, Bahnhof
Grindelwald
Grindelwald
Grindelwald, Sportzentrum
Aussichtspunkt Tuba
Bachseen
First
First Cliff Walk
Aussichtspunkt Oberberghorn
Passhöhe - Grosse Scheidegg
Grosse Scheidegg
Grosse Scheidegg
Feuerstelle Gletschersand
Feuerstelle Oberläger - Grindelwald
Große Scheidegg
Ussri Sägissa
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. Trains run every half hour.
Grindelwald
From Interlaken Ost station, we reach Grindelwald without changing trains using the Bernese Oberland Railway (BOB). Important: board the rear part of the train, as it splits at Zweilütschinen. Boarding the front leads to Lauterbrunnen. The ride takes 30 minutes to Grindelwald Terminal (V-Bahn). Three minutes later, we are at the final stop in the village.
Grindelwald has three stations (Terminal, Grund, and Dorf). The final stop (Dorf) is located in the center of Grindelwald.
Directions
From Basel and Geneva, the fastest way to the Jungfrau Region is via Bern. From Zurich, the route via Lucerne and the Brünig Pass is recommended. The pass is open all year round.
From the south, access is via Grimsel or Susten Pass into the Jungfrau Region. Both passes are only open in summer. Alternatively, the Simplon Pass with subsequent car shuttle through the Lötschberg tunnel is an option.
Grindelwald
From Interlaken, follow the main road to Zweilütschinen. Here, turn left towards Grindelwald. The entire drive takes about 30 minutes and leads over a partially winding route.
Parking
Grindelwald
There are three public parking garages: Parking Eiger+ (252 parking spaces), Parking Sports Center (160 parking spaces), and the new Terminal Parking (1000 spaces) of the V-Bahn. Alternatively, we can also use the parking lot in Grindelwald Grund.
Coordinates
Equipment
- First aid kit
- Clothing adapted to the weather (always with you: rain protection)
- Drink and food
- Phone
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions