Elsighorn Trail Frutigen

Snowshoeing

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  • Difficulty
  • Duration 3:35 h
  • Distance 8,6 km
  • 493 hm
  • 493 hm

From Elsigenalp, hikers reach the Elsighorn in six hours on this well-marked trail. The demanding ascent by snowshoe is rewarded here with a magnificent view that is second to none.

Approach

Leave the A6 / A8 freeway at the Spiez exit in the direction of "Kandersteg / Autoverlad". Continue towards Reichenbach and Frutigen. In Frutigen leave the bypass via the exit "Frutigen Süd" in the direction of Adelboden to Achseten. Follow the sign "Elsigbach" in Achseten and turn left immediately after the second bridge to Elsigbach.

Parking

Leave the A6 / A8 freeway at the Spiez exit in the direction of "Kandersteg / Autoverlad". Continue towards Reichenbach and Frutigen. In Frutigen leave the bypass via the exit "Frutigen Süd" in the direction of Adelboden to Achseten. Follow the sign "Elsigbach" in Achseten and turn left immediately after the second bridge to Elsigbach.

Safety instructions

  • Trails are not prepared or cleared.
  • Follow the pink signposts
  • Stay on the marked trails!
  • (wildlife protection/risk of accident)
  • Watch the weather!
  • (heavy snowfall/fog/Avalanche Bulletin Tel. 187)
  • Snow Sport Report
  • Use of trails at your own risk

Equipment

Wear strong shoes, warm clothes and sunglasses!

From telescopic poles to avalanche shovels - well prepared, you're better off heading for the trail. Professional snowshoe equipment can also be rented in various sports shops in the destination.

Tips

2 or 8 kilometres, across the plateau or the valley floor: The choice of winter hiking trails is large in Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg. Even experienced outdoor walkers will still find enough new territory to explore.