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From Chüenzentennlen (Normal route) Gelmerhütte SAC 2412 m

  • Difficulty
    T2
  • Ascent
    3 h, 890 m

It is a varied hike up to a cabin, characterised by lots of water.

The scenic ascent leads through an impressive granite landscape with lakes, waterfalls, slabs polished by the glacier and alluvial plains. It is slightly longer than the access from Gelmerbahn’s summit station, nevertheless also suited for families, if the children have some mountain experience and stamina.

Route description

Kunzentännlein – Gelmersee (north shore) – Gelmerhütte
From Kunzentännlein follow the marked mountain trail via Stockseewli to Gelmersee. Cross the dam to the summit station of Gelmerbahn and continue, somewhat exposed, along the north shore of Gelmersee. From the end of the lake hike up to Gelmerhütte on a rather steep trail and over high steps.
Variant Gelmersee south shore
Add roughly a quarter of an hour as compared to the north shore.

Additional information

Departure point

Handegg, Kunzentännlein (1597 m)

Difficulty / Material

The entire itinerary is marked white-red-white. Along the lake (on both shores) you will encounter exposed passages. The trail is precarious in wet, snowy and icy conditions.

Waypoints

Gelmersee, Bergstation (1893 m)

Starting point of the alternative with Gelmerbahn. www.grimselwelt.ch/bahnen/gelmerbahn, saves roughly an hour.

Author

Fredy Joss

Sabine und Fredy Joss

Alpine hiking, climbing and other mountain sports Sabine and Fredy Joss's passion. They have been writing and photographing for the SAC publishing house and the club magazine Die Alpen for many years. Sabine is also a biologist and tour guide; Fredy a proofreader and editor for various magazines.

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