Hiking in Switzerland
Migros

Via Alpina
Section 16 Lenk–Gstaad

From Lenk via lush Alpine pastures, up into lynx territory, through a damp, eroded limestone region with far-reaching views. Over the Trüttlisbergpass and through the long Turbachtal valley with its varied history down to the sophistication of Gstaad.
Stages Places 
Facts worth knowing about the places along the route.

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Lenk in the Simmental
Gstaad

Arrival / return travel 
Our recommendations for arrival by public transport.
Timetable Public transport stops and route
Lenk im Simmental Show on map
Gstaad Show on map

Rail, bus, boat recommendations 
SwitzerlandMobility recommends covering the following sections by rail, bus or boat to shorten the route, to negotiate height differences or simply because it’s beautiful.
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Length21 km

 Hiking time Lenk–Gstaad: 7 h 10 min
Gstaad–Lenk: 7 h 15 min

 Height differenceLenk–Gstaad: 1'150 m
Gstaad–Lenk: 1'150 m

 RequirementsGrade: medium (mountain hiking trail)
Conditions: difficult

Helpful hintsBeware: snowfields possible into summer months on high-level sections.
Rail/bus/boat: long section, please note postbus recommendation No. 365 Turbach–Gstaad.

 SignalizationFor hiking, follow the logo indicated on the yellow signposts.


Map of route

Enlarged map

Height profile  

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International routes

The route is part of the international Via Alpina

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Accommodation

Overnight accommodation along the route
List of accommodation partners (6)

Bookable offers

Offers for the route
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Official guides / maps

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The route is part of the international Via Alpina

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