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Engstligenalp Waterfall
Visorando Member
3.66 mi
+2,539 ft
-2,552 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Adelboden (Canton of Bern)
The Engstligen Falls, near Adelboden in the Bernese Highlands, consist of two waterfalls, Engstligen Fall I and II, with heights of 97 and 165 m respectively. They are listed in the Swiss inventory of landscapes of national importance.
Adelboden - Lenk
8.63 mi
+2,195 ft
-3,120 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Adelboden (Canton of Bern)
For this fourth stage, you will follow the Via Alpina to Lenk. At the Hahnenmoospass, you can enjoy views of the Wildstrubel and Wildhorn mountains and the Plaine Morte glacier. A long descent will take you to the peaceful village of Lenk in the Simme Valley.
Engstligenalp - Adelboden
4.98 mi
+551 ft
-2,520 ft
2h 45
Difficult
Departure from Adelboden (Canton of Bern)
After a night in the wilderness, for this third stage you will leave the Engstlige Alp and descend into the Adelboden valley. This route is enhanced by the famous Engstlige waterfalls. The Engstlige waterfalls plunge 600 metres into the valley, offering an exceptional spectacle. They are a protected site and are the second highest waterfalls in Switzerland. In the evening, you can enjoy the charming resort of Adelboden.
Schwarenbach - Engstligenalp
4.39 mi
+2,526 ft
-2,844 ft
4h 15
Difficult
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
After a night spent in absolute silence, this second stage begins with a pleasant climb to Schwartzgrätli. A fairly exposed section along the Felsenhorn wall will require a little caution, despite the cables and ropes. You will then continue along the Engstlige ridge with the Tschingellochtighorn, with its remarkable relief, in your sights. To conclude the day, you will descend via the Ärtele ridge to Engstligenalp, a superb mountain pasture at the foot of the Wildstrubel.
Kandersteg - Selde
6.89 mi
+4,895 ft
-3,658 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Kandersteg (Canton of Bern)
This third stage will take you from Kandersteg to the hamlet of Selde. The Kander river will accompany you throughout this beautiful route. Calm from Kandersteg to Eggeschwand, the Kander can be heard as you climb up through the gorges, where you can enjoy the various waterfalls and cascades. You will then follow it more peacefully through the wide Gastertal valley to Selde.
Daubensee tour from the Gemmipass
3.96 mi
+669 ft
-673 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
This circuit is suitable for almost everyone. Before starting your circuit, you can admire the peaks of the Bernese Alps from a footbridge equipped with an orientation table. You can take a leisurely walk around the lake surrounded by mountains. Several options allow you to adapt the circuit to your level.
Daubensee
3.81 mi
+512 ft
-518 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
Daubensee is the largest natural lake in the Canton of Valais. It is approximately 1.6 km long and 300 metres wide. In winter, it is covered by a thick layer of snow and becomes a vast plateau ideal for winter activities. This magnificent hike takes place right on the lake.
Lämmerenboden
4.28 mi
+466 ft
-456 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
A superb route across the wide Lämmeren plateau, offering breathtaking views of the Wildstrubel and its glacier.
From the Gemmi Pass to Sunnbüel
5.60 mi
+256 ft
-1,558 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
This superb route follows the historic mule track from the Gemmi Pass to Sunnbüel. It is one of the few Alpine passes well known to the Swiss that can be traversed on foot in winter.
Lake Oeschinensee from Kandersteg
4.13 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,358 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Kandersteg (Canton of Bern)
A lovely little hike offering access to Lake Oeschinen, at the mere cost of a bit of a sweat, rather than paying for the cable car. There are no difficulties on this route, apart from the fact that it’s uphill all the way on the way there, but nothing technically challenging in itself.
From Kandersteg Campsite to Lake Oeshinensee
4.64 mi
+1,476 ft
-1,503 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Kandersteg (Canton of Bern)
This hike makes for a relaxing day out. You can stroll around the lake and enjoy a bite to eat. The starting point, at Camping Kanderseg, is at an altitude of 1,228 metres, whilst Lake Oeshinensee is at 1,590 metres. You then return to the starting point
Loop between flower-filled mountain pastures and woods, passing by Lake Majingsee.
5.15 mi
+1,411 ft
-1,404 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
This loop allows you to discover vast mountain pastures covered with flowers in season, admire the larch and other conifers in the woods you pass through, stroll along the shores of Lake Majingsee, and continue on to the rocky outcrop overlooking Leukerbad.
The Flüekapelle and Lake Majingsee, through woods and mountain pastures
7.22 mi
+2,280 ft
-2,277 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
Alternating between woods with imposing trees, alpine pastures carpeted with alpine flowers in season and rhododendrons in bloom (late June-early July). View of the impressive rock face overlooking Leukerbad and extending eastwards on the opposite slope to the circuit. Passage at Majingsee, ideal for contemplation. In the woods, birdsong will accompany you depending on the time of year.
From Leukerbad to Lenk
23.86 mi
+9,619 ft
-10,633 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
A superb route starting from the spa resort of Leukerbad (canton of Valais) and ending in Lenk (canton of Bern). You will take the historic Gemmi mule track that connects these two cantons. From Schwarenbach, a former customs post that once welcomed famous personalities, you will gradually descend into the canton of Bern. You will also stop at Alpe d'Engstlige, where you can admire the famous Engstlige waterfalls. The last stage, starting from Adelboden, will take you to Lenk along the Via Alpina.
Leukerbad - Schwarenbach
5.86 mi
+4,347 ft
-2,149 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
A magnificent ascent along a historic trail linking the cantons of Valais and Bern. From Leukerbad, it is difficult to guess the route that crosses this imposing wall. You will climb the Gemmipass at your own pace (900 m in 3 km) and in complete safety. At the pass and at the Gemmi Lodge, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Valais Dom, Weisshorn, Matterhorn and Dent Blanche, all over 4,000 metres high. In the evening, you will sleep in a mountain hotel that once welcomed famous personalities such as Jules Verne, Guy de Maupassant, Pablo Picasso and even Lenin.
Above Leukerbad via the Heilbadweg and Weidenweg
2.08 mi
+545 ft
-558 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
A short walk offering a variety of views of the surroundings of Leukerbad. The vantage point is high enough to provide an exceptional view of the Gemmi cliffs. On this route, you can also admire the peaks of the Vallon de Réchy.
Dala Springs Trail and return via Weidstubli
2.40 mi
+928 ft
-912 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Leukerbad (Valais)
Climbing up the Dala Gorge, you will discover a bubbling river, learn about the thermal springs, walk overlooking the gorge and climb metal stairs near a waterfall. The return trip involves a slight climb, but this can be avoided.