Begin of tour: Lauenen
Access starting point: By private car or public transportation from Bern via Thun/Spiez and Gstaad (bus) to Lauenental
Point of arrival: SAC Gelten hut (Geltenhütte), 2003 meters above sea level
Hiking time: 5 h
Physical fitness: medium difficulty
Difficulty: medium
Difference in elevation: 620 m
Culmination point: 2003 m
Season: July - October
Gastronomy: Restaurant Lauenensee
Literature: SAC Club Guide: Bern Alps, volume 1
Gstaad: Lake Lauenen-Gelten Hut SAC
Lauenen
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Lake Lauenen above Lauenen is the epitome of a perfect mountain idyll. Located not far from Gstaad, there is nothing to remind you of the hustle and bustle of the busy center of tourism. One already feels transported to another time and age in the small authentic village of Lauenen. At the shores of the lake one can find that seclusion and tranquility amid idyllic surroundings, that are perhaps becoming harder to find even in the Alps, since the advent of adventure tourism and activity vacations.
The route to the well-furnished and well-equipped Gelten hut at the foot of the Wildhorn leads past Lauenen Lake. The surroundings of the Gelten hut, about two hours further up, is practically as beautiful as Lake Lauenen - Gelten-Iffingen Nature Reserve, alpine pastures and nearly glaciers define the landscape's character. An extraordinary, unique nature and landscape experience for the whole family - for all those looking for peace, relaxation and revitalization! Gelten Hut (Geltenhütte): 3 hours away from Lauenen, 2 hours away from Lake Lauenen.
After a cozy overnight stay at the hut, return via Lake Lauen. The hike to Lauenen takes about 2.5 hours.
For families: relatively large waterfalls en route to the hut.
After a cozy overnight stay at the hut, return via Lake Lauen. The hike to Lauenen takes about 2.5 hours.
For families: relatively large waterfalls en route to the hut.
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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Contact Information
- Hotel Alpenland
3782 Lauenen
Tel. +41 (0)33 765 91 34
Fax +41 (0)33 765 91 35
hotel@alpenland.ch
www.alpenland.ch
