4.3 km away
Via Alpina Green Route C11: Lauterbrunnen to Griesalp
Pass through the exclusive ski and spa town of Mürren on this 20km stretch of the Via Alpina.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 22 km
- Ascent
- 1.9 km
- Descent
- 1.3 km
Stunning Kleine Scheidegg to Lauterbrunnen (Descent)
Bernese Oberland
Grindelwald, Wengen and Mürren
Kleine Scheidegg/Männlichen
Start Kleine Scheidegg then 1300m descent to Lauterbrunnen
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 52 m
- Descent
- 1.3 km
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 800 m
- High Point
- 2.1 km
- Gradient
- 15˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between June and August. From a low point of 800 m to the maximum altitude of 2.1 km, the route covers 11 km, 52 vertical metres of ascent and 1311 vertical metres of descent.
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Description
One of the most picturesque places on the planet views of the Eiger and Jungfrau Mountains. Absolutely Stunning! Can be a bit sketchy the last part of the descent in wet weather with slippery steep rocks, although it does have a cable to hang on to.
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Wild flowers
- Water features
Similar routes nearby
7.1 km away
Via Alpina Green Route C10: Grindelwald to Lauterbrunnen
The highlight of this 21km section is the climb up the Kleine Scheidegg where you get glorious views over the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 1.6 km
8.1 km away
Approach to Schreckhorn Hut
A long but very beautiful approach to a remote hut
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 7.7 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 133 m
8.4 km away
Daube and Oberberghorn
A contender for the most scenic hike in Switzerland!
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 3.7 km
- Ascent
- 222 m
- Descent
- 223 m
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Guidebooks in this area
15 routes · Hiking
Via Alpina: Ancient Paths Leading to a Greener Future
3 routes · Hiking
Lace 'Em Up for a 3-Day Hike Along the Via Alpina
8 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
Eiger, Jungfrau and More : Climb the Grindelwald Giants
10 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
High, Long and Serious : Traverse 5 Tough Alpine 4000ers
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