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Oberalp Pass – Rheinquelle Lighthouse loop from Oberalppass

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Oberalp Pass – Rheinquelle Lighthouse loop from Oberalppass

Moderate

4.0

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Oberalp Pass – Rheinquelle Lighthouse loop from Oberalppass

01:36

3.18km

260m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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60 m

Oberalp Pass railway station

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Bike transport is possible (self-loading).

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152 m

Here, where the world's highest lighthouse stands, begins the hiking trail to Lake Tomasee (2,344 meters), considered the source of the Rhine. From here, it's just 200 meters in elevation to the Badushütte, where you can relax and unwind.

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285 m

Oberalppass Lighthouse

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With the train and chairlift you can also get to the Oberalp Pass in winter! The street is closed.

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285 m

Oberalp Pass

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At the Oberalp Pass at 2,044 meters, not only is the obligatory "passport photo" waiting at the Oberalp Pass sign, but also the only lighthouse in the Alps. It comes …

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296 m

Rheinquelle Lighthouse

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It's great if you've reached the top by bike or on foot. The lighthouse itself only shows the start of the Rhine Cycle Path. The source itself must be hiked …

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1.59 km

View of Pazolastock

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A great vantage point. A narrow path leads to the destination, certainly good if you don't panic, because it's a straight hole, sure-footedness is required.

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