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Panoramic hike on high-level BLS railway Südrampe (south ramp). Popular classic hike beside the Lötschberg Railway tracks to imposing Bietschtal bridge. Lovely path beside historic water channels (suonen) to hanging bridge; superb views at Brägji and Riedgarten.

Description

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Gampel
Destination
Ausserberg
Elevation level - Direction
Alps, One way
Altitude (meter above sea level)
1000 m
Ascent
620 m
Descent
240 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
3 h 45 min
Duration back
3 h 20 min
Technical requirements
Easy
Physical requirements
Medium
Season
May - October
Theme
With panoramic view

Route

Walliser Sonnenweg

Crans-Montana - Brig
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Map

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Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 3/4

Distance

12 km

Duration

3 h 45 min

Ascent

620 m

Travel information: Gampel-Steg

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