Ridge
Mürren - Gimmelwald Via Ferrata
Bernese Oberland, Switzerland
Distance
1.2 mi1.9 km
Elevation
↑ 72 ft22 m
Effort
Moderate
Overview
Cliff-side via ferrata from Mürren down to Gimmelwald, hanging right over the Lauterbrunnen valley with the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau across from you the whole way. Cable bridges, ladders, a lot of exposure.
Region
Bernese Oberland, Switzerland
Access
Cable car Stechelberg → Mürren, or train Lauterbrunnen → Grütschalp → Mürren. Harness and via ferrata kit required, rentable at Intersport in Mürren (~CHF 30-35/day). Exit at Gimmelwald, cable car back down. Only open June through October, and closed if wet.
Effort
Moderate1.2 mi · ↑ 72 ft1.9 km · ↑ 22 m
Best Light
Midday - that's when the light drops into the valley and lights up the cliff face
Where I Slept
Based out of The Valley Hostel in Lauterbrunnen, day-tripped over for this one.
Tyler's Notes
This isn't a hike, it's a via ferrata - you're clipped in on a cable the whole way. If heights aren't your thing, skip it. If they are, best two hours of the whole trip.
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