Sunnbüel - Gemmipass
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The Sunnbüel aerial cableway takes you from Kandersteg to Sunnbüel where the hike begins. Take on the historic path to Gemmipass, which was an important traffic connection between the cantons of Bern and Valais several hundred years ago. First a short descent to the plain "Spittelmatte", then the ascent to the Schwarenbach mountain hotel follows. The hike continues towards Daubensee and finally to the destination, Gemmipass (2322 m above sea level). Here you will be rewarded with an impressive view of the Valais Alps. The same route can now be hiked back or you can take the Gemmi railway down to Leukerbad, to reach Kandersteg by bus or train.
Approach
By car via Spiez - Frutigen or by car train from Goppenstein to Kandersteg.
Public Transport
South of Lötschberg, north of the Kandertal: a train station between Brig (38 min) and Bern (61 min) with hourly service – an ideal base for many excursions.
Getting to Sunnbüel
Please board towards Gemmipass! The AFA bus runs every hour in 10 minutes from Kandersteg train station to the valley station of the cable car. Then comfortably continue by gondola to 1936 m above sea level.
Parking
Parking list Kandersteg
The destination is set, as well as the parking spot – on this map drivers quickly and easily find the suitable parking option in the Oberland community. So: engine off, winter hiking shoe on!
Safety Instructions
Winter hiking trail signposts are pink. The intermediate markings are poles with a pink tip.
Winter hiking trails can usually be walked safely. Beware of slipping in case of icing.
Walking is at your own risk: Tourism Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg assumes no liability for the use of local routes.
Equipment
Hat, glove, sunglasses: reliable equipment is especially important on winter paths. What to wear best? Ask our specialists in the numerous sports shops of the destination.
Tips
Why not hike to Gemmipass with a sled? Sleds can be rented at the mountain station of the Sunnbüel aerial cableway.
At certain sections, you can enjoy a fast sled ride back to Sunnbüel. Caution: hikers!
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