Alpine pass hike in winter

Technical information

Begin of tour:	Leukerbad / Gemmi cable car station
End of tour:	Sunnbüel cable car station / Kandersteg
Access starting point:	By cable car from Leukerbad
Access point of arrival:	By cable car to Kandersteg
Technical requirements:	easy
Physical fitness:	medium
Hiking time:	2 h 45 min.
Distance:	10 km
Gastronomy:	• Berghotel Schwarenbach • Berghotel Wildstrubel • Bergrestaurant Sunnbüel

Description

With the Walliser Alps looking their best to the south and the little spa town of Leukerbad overshadowed by the mountains down in the valley, the views on the Bernese side begin with the frozen expanse of the Daubensee. This winter hike starts at the Gemmi Pass and leads down to the Daubensee and from there past the Berghotel Schwarenbach (open in winter) and on to Sunnbüel. The mighty peaks on either side of the valley make this hike a spectacular experience.

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The careful planning of a 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 trail may be fully or partially closed, depending on the time of year and weather conditions.