Urschner Höhenweg

Tip
15.54 km long
Difficulty: medium
Condition: easy
Great panorama
Hike
  • 4:58 h
  • 15.54 km
  • 413 m
  • 1,093 m
  • 1,430 m
  • 2,309 m
  • 879 m
  • Start: Mountain inn Tiefenbach
  • Destination: Andermatt train station
The Urschner Höhenweg offers a comprehensive nature experience with breathtaking panoramic views towards Furka Pass, Gotthard Pass, and Oberalp Pass. The hiking trail is beautifully designed. The path ascends only slightly and descends slowly everywhere towards Andermatt. A wonderful experience!

We start at the mountain inn Tiefenbach. Here the path ascends up to Tätsch. Soon we reach the highest point at Gespenderboden. From now on it only goes down gently. After first walking on a wide path built for avalanche control structures, the trail becomes narrow but easy to walk. At Lochbergegg we are already above Realp. Below us we see the protective forest which, together with the avalanche barriers, protects Realp from avalanches.

After crossing the Lochbergbach there is a slightly tricky section. We cross a short slope on a narrow path. But after a few meters, we are back on level terrain. We pass through Lipferstein and come to a beautiful rest area at Blauseeli. Here we are about halfway.

For almost three kilometers we now hike level towards Bäz and can enjoy the view. Especially the view towards the 3 Alpine passes Furka, Gotthard, and Oberalp is stunning.

The descent begins via Hospental. A short section leads along a narrow path to Moos. Now a wide and beautiful hiking trail leads us along the golf course towards Andermatt. From Hospental, you can reach the end point of the hike at the Andermatt train station in just one hour.

Good to know

Pavements

Asphalt
Gravel
Trail
Path

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Tiefenbach near Realp - Matten - Tätsch - Gespenderboden - Lochbergegg - Lipferstein - Blauseeli - Ringand - Rinbort - Rotenberg - Lutersee - Planggen - Rotboden - Moos - Mühlibach - Meer - Giessen - Andermatt

Tour information

  • Nature Highlight

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Good footwear, a daypack with sun protection and rain protection. Don't forget the binoculars!

Directions & Parking facilities

You can leave the A2 by car in Göschenen. If there is a risk of traffic jams, we recommend leaving the motorway already in Wassen. You then climb to Andermatt via the Schöllenen. From here you drive towards Furka. In Realp you park your car and change to the post bus. We strongly advise making a reservation. Groups of more than 10 people must reserve online. Reservations must be made by 4:00 p.m. the previous day at the latest: Tel. +41 58 448 20 08.

You can conveniently return from Andermatt to Realp by train.

At the entrance to Realp you will find sufficient paid parking spaces. Alternatively, you can also use the parking lots at the entrance to Wittenwasserental. You find these by turning left over the bridge before the golf course and immediately after the bridge turning right.

You can take the Matterhorn-Gotthard-Bahn from Göschenen via Andermatt to Realp. There you change to the post bus.

Seat reservations are not possible for individuals. Reservations are only required for groups of 10 or more.

Telephone number 0848 100 222

You can easily return home by train from Andermatt.

Additional information

Author

Markus Fehlmann

Organization

Verein Urner Wanderwege

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Travel comfortably the evening before and stay overnight at the mountain inn Tiefenbach. You will enjoy a beautiful evening and hike into the morning sun. A mystical experience.

Safety guidelines

Good footwear

Nearby

Contact

Urschner Höhenweg
6491 Realp