Gsür Trail (Tschentenalp – Furggi – Adelboden, Village)
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The Schwandfälspitz can be reached in just 15 minutes from the top station of the Tschentenalp cable car. From here, hikers can enjoy spectacular views of the Bernese Alps. The hike then continues along the ridge to the entrance to the deep ravines on the south side of the Gsür (the second highest peak in the Niesen range), before reaching the very isolated but magnificent Furggi mountain pasture (2091 m). From here begins a steep descent (around 900 m ascent), followed by a gentle return to the village of Adelboden via Schermtanne.
Approach
To Adelboden by car via Bern – Thun – Spiez – Frutigen.
Public Transport
By train to Frutigen and from there by bus to the stop Adelboden, Post.
Parking
Sufficient parking spaces are available in parking garage Adelboden.
Directions
Tschentenalp - Schwandfälspitz - Gsür Gräben - Furggi - Im Hore - Schermtanne - Adelboden
Safety Instructions
Open hiking trails may still be partially covered with snow. Hiking is at your own risk: Tourism Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg accepts no liability whatsoever when using local routes.
Equipment
Path/terrain
Path not always obvious/visible. The more exposed areas can be secured. You may need your hands for balance. Some exposed areas remain, where there is a risk of falling. Pathless sections over scree or talus.If marked according to SWW standards: White-red-white.
Requirements
Good balance and surefootedness. Mid/high top hiking boots are recommended. Average orientation skills. Basic alpine experience.
(Source: SAC Mountain and Alpine Hiking Scale)