Hut Trekking Urner Haute Route

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5 days
Steinmann view of Lake Göscheneralp.
Multi-day hike in the Urner Alps
Hut-to-hut journey
Suspension bridge, mountain lakes, and boulder terrain

Season:

July September

Departure Times

11:30

Göschenen train station

Requirements

Experienced mountain hiker
Surefooted and no fear of heights
At least 5 hours of hiking with a backpack

Overview

Recommended for: Anyone looking for the mountain beyond the postcard.

Explore the rugged Urner Alps on a multi-day hut-to-hut tour.

This multi-day tour takes you deep into the Urner Alps. Steep ascents, boulder terrain, and airy suspension bridges test your surefootedness. In the evenings, cozy huts with genuine mountain charm await you. If you're up for a challenge and enjoy spending several days in alpine terrain, you'll love this hike.

Itinerary

Meeting points
Day1
Day 1: Ascent to Salbit Hut
From Göschenen, we ascend through dense mountain forest and alpine meadows. Upon reaching 2,105 m above sea level, we enjoy the view of the distinctive granite peaks of the Salbitschijen with a piece of cake - our reward for the many meters of elevation gained.
Distance
6 km
Ascent
+1050 m
Descent
-20 m
Walking time
3-4 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Over the Salbit Bridge to Voralp Hut
Today we cross the impressive 90m long Salbit suspension bridge – not for the faint-hearted. Then we continue over a rocky step with iron rungs and ladders towards the Voralp Hut. The landscape alternates between rugged rocks and wide meadows before we reach our day's destination.
Distance
7.5 km
Ascent
+600 m
Descent
-600 m
Walking time
4-5 hrs
Day3
Day 3: Via Bergseeschijen to Bergsee Hut
A day full of contrasts: First, we climb steeply to the summit of Bergseeschijen (2,819 m above sea level), then a relaxed descent to the Bergsee Hut awaits us. The brave can refresh themselves in the icy mountain lake.
Distance
6 km
Ascent
+1000 m
Descent
-750 m
Walking time
4-5 hrs
Day4
Day 4: Over Rocks and Stones to Chelenalp Hut
Boulder terrain, moraines, gullies – today requires surefootedness. The mountain guide shows us how to move efficiently in this challenging terrain. At the end, the cozy Chelenalp Hut with a warm atmosphere awaits.
Distance
5.5 km
Ascent
+450 m
Descent
-450 m
Walking time
3-4 hrs
Day5
Day 5: Descent to Göscheneralp
To conclude, we switch to the other side of the Göscheneralp Valley and hike along the lake to the dam. We end the tour together at the restaurant before heading back to the valley.
Distance
9 km
Ascent
+300 m
Descent
-300 m
Walking time
4-5 hrs

Whats included

Guiding from a licenced hiking guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Overnight stay(s) with half-board for the mountain guide
Hut reservation

Not included

Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Overnight stay(s) in bunk room with half-board for the guest
Snacks
Technical equipment
Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guide's share)

Pack list

Weather info

General weather info

Weather can influence any tour, and a clear decision is often only possible on the day itself. We review conditions carefully and remain within our safety limits, and bad weather alone does not mean we have to stop.

Make sure we can reach you with current contact information in case your booking changes. Silence from us means your tour is still planned or the final call is not yet made. If we need to cancel, you can rebook, choose another activity, or get a full refund.

For detailed advice on how to prepare for (and enjoy!) bad weather days in Interlaken, check out our weather blog 

Meeting points

Meeting points
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