Depart from Schynigen Platte and hike towards Mt. Faulhorn. The hike leads through meadows where sheep graze peacefully. Then the trail turns up steeply, crossing areas that littered with boulders. Then follow the ridge way to finally get to the top of Mt. Faulhorn. In clement weather the restaurant is usually packed and the hotels is often fully booked months in advance. From the Faulhorn, a trail zig-zags down to Lake Bachalp. Once here, follow the wide trail to the First, enjoying the views along the way.
Starting point: Schynige Platte.
Destination: Aerial cable-car Grindelwald First.
Take the train from Grindelwald to Wilderswil, there take the cogwheel train to Schynige Platte; return by aerial cable-car from First to Grindelwald (round-trip tickets available).
Walking time: 5 h 20 min
Season: July through October
Altitude difference/Condition: 930 m ascent and 800 m descent / difficult
Place to eat: Schynige Platte, Männdlenen, Faulhorn, First
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The high alpine hike connecting Schynigen Platte to the First while hiking over Mt. Faulhorn is a real Bernese Oberland classic. A grand view of the Alps is the hiker's constant companion. The view from Mt. Faulhorn is indescribable: deep in the valley one can see turquoise-blue Lake Brienz and across the valley, the famous mountain triumvirate: Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau
The careful planning of a hiking tour will ensure that you also derive the maximum pleasure and enjoyment from it. Please take the time to contact the local information centre and enquire about route and weather conditions before setting off. Your intended hiking trail may be fully or partially closed, depending on the time of year and weather conditions.
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- Grindelwald Tourismus
Hauptstrasse
3818 Grindelwald
Tel. +41 (0)33 854 12 12
www.grindelwald.ch
