Blauberg via Sunniglücke

  • Tip
  • 4.38 km long
  • Difficulty: medium
  • Condition: easy
  • Great panorama
  • Ski and Snowboard
The ski tour to the Blauberg, located on the ridge marking the border between Uri and Ticino, offers sweeping views of the surrounding peaks, such as the Galenstock and the Pizzo Centrale.

The Blauberg is known for its sweeping views of the famous surrounding peaks.

The ski tour to the Blauberg begins with a gondola ride up to the Gemsstock. After a short descent, the ascent to the Gafallalücke begins. From there, the route leads through “Im hinteren Loch” down into the Guspistal. At about 3,350 m above sea level, the next ascent begins toward the Sunniglücke.

A ski depot is set up at the Sunniglücke. The final section to the summit of the Blauberg is covered on foot. Once at the top, an impressive view of the surrounding mountains opens up, featuring well-known peaks such as the Galenstock and the Pizzo Centrale.

For the descent, the route first heads back to the Sunniglücke. From there, there are two options to choose from:

  • Via Guspistal: Descend back into the Guspistal valley and continue to the Gotthard Pass Road. The route then follows the pass road—which is closed in winter—to Hospental.
  • Via Alp Fortünei: Descend westward across Alp Fortünei to the Gotthard Pass Road and from there continue on to Hospental.

  • 2:30 h
  • 4.38 km
  • 432 m
  • 649 m
  • 2,346 m
  • 2,942 m
  • 596 m
  • Start: Gemsstock
  • Destination: Blauberg

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Best to visit

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Directions

Gemsstock – Gafallalücke – Sunniglücke – Blauberg

Tour information

  • Cable car tour

  • Mountain summit

  • Nature highlight

Equipment

  • Ski Touring Gear
  • Helmet
  • Avalanche gear
  • Warm clothing
  • Food
  • Offline map, GPS

Directions & Parking facilities

Getting there
The starting point, Gemsstock, can be reached by aerial tramway from Andermatt. The valley station in Andermatt is easily accessible by car from Göschenen or via the Furka car ferry.
Parking
Parking is available right next to the Gemsstockbahn valley station.
Public transportation
The starting point, Gemsstock, is accessible by aerial tramway from Andermatt. The valley station in Andermatt is easily accessible by local bus and the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway. You can find the current schedule at: www.sbb.ch

Additional information

If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact: Andermatt Vacation Region, +41 41 888 71 00, [email protected]

Author

Andermatt-Urserntal Tourismus GmbH

Organization

Région de vacances Andermatt

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

The Gemsstock is the ideal starting point for many other great ski tours.

Safety guidelines

Before starting the tour, be sure to check the avalanche report and find out about the local conditions.