Sustenhorn

Tip
8.78 km long
Difficulty: difficult
Condition: difficult
Great panorama
Ski and Snowboard
  • 4:30 h
  • 8.78 km
  • 1,803 m
  • 90 m
  • 1,783 m
  • 3,496 m
  • 1,713 m
  • Start: Voralp/Chelenalp
  • Destination: Sustenhorn

Summit with panoramic views on the border of the cantons of Uri and Bern – a spring classic in the glacier world of the Sustenhorn area.

The ascent from the Voralp or Chelenalp is probably the most worthy way to approach this giant. Once at the summit cross, you will be happy to have left your tracks in the unique high alpine environment of glacier and rock.

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Voralp or Chelenalp - Sustenhorn 

Tour information

  • Nature Highlight

Equipment

  • Ski touring equipment 
  • Warm clothing 
  • Helmet 
  • Provisions
  • Avalanche equipment 
  • Offline map, GPS

Directions & Parking facilities

In winter, the road to Göscheneralp is closed. However, the Goat Paradise offers a taxi service. Once the road is reopened, it is also available for private car access.

Parking is available directly at the reservoir in Göscheneralp as well as in the village of Göschenen.

In winter, the road to Göscheneralp is closed to public traffic. Once opened, buses run from the Göschenen train station to Göscheneralp. You can find the current timetable at: www.sbb.ch.

Additional information

If you have further questions, feel free to contact: Andermatt holiday region, +41 41 888 71 00, [email protected] 

Author

Andermatt-Urserntal Tourismus GmbH

Organization

Région de vacances Andermatt

Safety guidelines

Before starting the route, be sure to check the avalanche bulletin and get information about local conditions.

Nearby

Contact

Sustenhorn
6487 Göschenen