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Guttannen

Gelmerbahn – View of Gelmersee loop from Guttannen

Hard

5.0

(1)

6

hikers

Gelmerbahn – View of Gelmersee loop from Guttannen

01:48

4.61km

130m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: September 2, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 756 m for 3.83 km

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3 m

Gelmerbahn

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A ride on the Gelmerbahn will definitely give you a good deal of thrills. Even though things are not as fast as on a roller coaster, the perspective is the …

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49 m

Gelmer Lake

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just pause and let it sink in

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795 m

View of Gelmersee

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Super beautiful, idyllic mountain lake, accessible by train or via a somewhat challenging hiking trail.

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801 m

Gelmersee

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Very beautiful lake. Used for flood control and power generation.

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1.08 km

Natural rock arch on the Gelmersee Trail

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The trail leads through a natural rock gate.

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1.47 km

View of the Grimsel Dam

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The Gelmer Dam above Handegg is 35 meters high and 370 meters long. It dams the turquoise-colored Gelmersee at 1,850 meters, which is used to generate electricity.

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2.20 km

View of Lake Gelmer (Gelmersee)

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Beautiful mountain lake, surrounded by steep mountains. Beautiful circular walk. A ride on the Gelmerbahn is an experience.

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4.04 km

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4.61 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.37 km

219 m

Surfaces

2.91 km

1.43 km

211 m

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Lowest point (1,810 m)

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Friday 9 October

4°C

2°C

93 %

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