Fortuna Trail Gurnigel
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Starting from the Sunnbüel cable car base station, the route follows winding hiking trails, first along the river and then into the heart of the wild and romantic Gastern Valley. The trails here are partly moss-covered, the steps springy, and the view opens across the natural valley. The ascent via Gurnigel gives an additional view of a breathtaking natural world – a truly amazing sight! Once on Sunnbüel, the trail leads around the picturesque Arven Lakes before heading up to the cable car summit station.
Approach
By car via Spiez and Frutigen or the car-train from Goppenstein to Kandersteg.
Public Transport
Once an hour, the AFA bus runs from Kandersteg Railway Station to the base station of the gondola lift. Journey time 10 minutes.
Parking
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Directions
Starting at the Sunnbüel base station in Kandersteg, the trail runs along the Schwarzbach stream, always slightly uphill on winding hiking paths directly into the Gastern Valley. The first sign of Gastern is the distinctive climbing arch bridge, followed by narrow trails that lead runners deeper into the unspoilt valley. The ascent via the twisting tracks of Gurnigel gives a view of impressive stone formations all around and rewards runners for every extra metre climbed. Once at the top, the trail leads around the turquoise Arven Lakes* before guiding runners up to the summit station.
*these dry out naturally during the summer months.
Safety Instructions
The more extreme the conditions, the more important your equipment. Longer mountain tours require weatherproof clothing and a small running backpack with food.
Equipment
Emergency blanket
Mobile phone
Snacks and water
Wind- and rain-proof jacket
Nice to have:
Trail running shoes
Trail running backpack
Headlamp
Sticks
For further information, see swisstrailguide.com
Forgotten something? No problem. Our sports stores will be happy to help out with suitable equipment.
Tips
Those with enough energy left when they reach Sunnbüel summit station can extend this Fortuna Trail by following the signposted path towards the base station.
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