Discover a world of accessible adventures within reach of Andermatt by public transport. From serene lakeside strolls to panoramic mountain views, these barrier-free routes offer diverse experiences for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're drawn to the tranquil shores of Lake Lucerne or the alpine landscapes of Valais, each path promises unique natural beauty and cultural richness.
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In autumn 1799, Russian General Suvorov and his army crossed through the Swiss Alps in order to oust the French from the country. The ViaSuworow follows the route of this campaign through breathtaking mountain landscape.
170km
7600m
8100m
Landscape: Over a pass
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Anyone who likes hiking downhill will like this stage: it connects the Gotthard Pass with Andermatt, the capital of the Urseren Valley. The old mule track takes you down to the lively Hospen Valley with countless places to take a break or stay overnight. You reach the destination for this stage along by the Reuss and the extensive golf course of the Swiss Alps resort.
13km120m780m
3h 20mTour published by:
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The descent into the Urserntal valley leads through the rugged Gotthardreusstal valley, mainly along the old trading route. Suvorov set up his quarters in Hospental in the Hotel St. Gotthard (formerly Ochsen). The route continues along the valley floor to Andermatt.
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On the move in the world of the Walser people: from the Valais homeland, the trail follows in the footsteps of the settlers to areas in Surselva in Grisons. The route includes secluded pass routes from Binn to the upper Maggia Valley via Formazza in Italy. Other more well-known crossings lead to the Gotthard area and the Oberalp Pass. The long hike ends on isolated trails in Obersaxen, after you have covered more than 200 kilometres and an altitude difference of 14,000 metres.
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What would the Gotthard be without its access routes? The ViaGottardo reaches the central Alpine pass from Chiasso in the south, from Schaffhausen in the northeast and from Basel in the northwest of Switzerland. There are many traces of these transport links to discover along the way.
330km10300m10300mLandscape: Over a pass,With panoramic views
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Follow the footsteps of the muleteers from Andermatt to the Gotthard Pass on the centuries-old north-south axis. The route along the Reuss through the romantic Urseren Valley to Hospental is mostly flat. From there, climb the historic mule trail to Switzerland’s most important Alpine pass, accompanied by the burbling Gotthard-Reuss River.
13km780m120m4h 0mLandscape: Over a pass,With panoramic views
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From Andermatt the hike continues to Hospental, a typical mountain-pass village with refuge shelters, a customs post and guest houses. The route then leads along part of the cobbled post coach road dating from 1830 and the old pack-animal trail up to the pass to the Hospiz (hostel).
13km780m120m4h 0mLandscape: Along the water,Over a pass,With panoramic views
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The long-distance Trans Swiss Trail from Porrentruy to Mendrisio is one of the last great adventures in highly-developed Switzerland. A variety of landscapes, cultures and places of interest await along the 32 stages of the 488-km trail.
510km17800m17900mLandscape: Over a pass,With panoramic views
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| Andermatt (08:37) | |
| R43 (4m) | |
| Hospental (08:41) |
An impressive trail climbs steeply through the barrier woodland to the Gütsch. The view of the Urseren Valley and the Uri Alps is magnificent here. The high-altitude hike continues past Lake Lutersee and up to Felli Gap. Down through the valley, marked by watercourses, it ends at the Oberalp Pass with its lighthouse.
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| Andermatt (Gondelbahn Gütsch) (08:35) | |
| 2596 (8m) | |
| Gütsch (Bergst. Andermatt) (08:43) |
A marvellous high-level trail, a scenic tour from Oberwald to Andermatt: Day 1: sensational panoramic views of the Rhone Glacier, Lauteraarhorn and Finsteraarhorn. Day 2: pleasant hike on the Urschner Höhenweg with much to discover en route.
35km2100m2000mLandscape: Over a pass,With panoramic views
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| Andermatt, Bahnhofplatz (08:34) | |
| 423 (12m) | |
| Andermatt, The Nordic House (08:46) |
