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Gütsch - Schneehüenerstock

  • Tip
  • 4.03 km long
  • Difficulty: medium
  • Condition: very easy
  • Great panorama
  • Hike
This scenic high-altitude hike from Gütsch to Schneehüenerstock takes you past the idyllic Lutersee and through the stunning Alpine landscape above the Oberalp Pass. Along the way, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the mountains of Uri and Graubünden.

The hike from Gütsch to Schneehüenerstock connects two mountain stations of the Andermatt+Sedrun+Disentis mountain railways and winds through the stunning Alpine landscape above the Oberalp Pass. The idyllic Lutersee, with its fire pit and picnic area, invites you to take a leisurely break along the way, while the clear mountain water provides a welcome way to cool off on warm days.

The hike is suitable for both leisure hikers and families. Along the way, the Gloria Trail’s interactive stations invite visitors to play, explore, and learn, turning the outing into a varied nature experience for young and old alike.

Important Note: On the following dates, sporadic military exercises using tracer ammunition (auxiliary ammunition) will take place in the Strahlgand area: August 5 / August 11–14 / August 19–21 / August 24–25. Visitors may continue to use these areas. However, military activities may occur from time to time. We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your consideration.

  • 1:25 h
  • 4.03 km
  • 245 m
  • 16 m
  • 2,351 m
  • 2,595 m
  • 244 m

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Pavements

Gravel (3%)
Trail (69%)
Path (28%)

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

The hike can be done either from Gütsch to Schneehüenerstock or in the opposite direction.

Tour information

  • Cable car tour

  • Refreshment stop

  • Tour with dog

Directions & Parking facilities

Getting there
In the summer, Andermatt is very easily accessible from all four directions and is therefore a pleasant starting point.
Parking
Parking is available in Andermatt or at the Oberalp Pass.
Public transportation
We recommend traveling by train to Andermatt, Nätschen, or the Oberalp Pass. From the Andermatt valley station or the Nätschen midway station, the Gütsch-Express will take you comfortably to the Gütsch mountain station, where the hike begins. Alternatively, you can reach the starting point by taking the train to the Oberalp Pass and then riding the Schneehüenerstock Express to the Platte intermediate station.

Author

Andermatt-Urserntal Tourismus GmbH

Organization

Région de vacances Andermatt

Website

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

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