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Scenic Hikes Around Lenk

Discover a variety of breathtaking hikes accessible by public transport from Lenk. From the picturesque Via Alpina trail to the stunning Siebenbrunnen waterfalls, these routes showcase the natural beauty of the Simmental valley. Explore alpine meadows, cross mountain passes, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, including the impressive Wildstrubel massif.

The following hikes are sorted by travel time from Lenk, allowing you to easily plan your adventure based on your schedule and preferences. Check out the map to explore thousands of destinations and activities, reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.

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Via Alpina

You are already there! Start directly from Lenk im Simmental.

The Via Alpina crosses 14 of the most beautiful Alpine passes. Straight through seven Swiss cantons with a vast variety of culture, geology and topography. Wide roads end in high ridge trails. The route is lined with one of the world’s most diverse variety of flora and fauna.

dist390 km
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asce23500 m
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desc24800 m
  • land

    Landscape: With panoramic views,Over a pass,Onto a mountain peak

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How to get to Via Alpina

Start directly from Lenk im Simmental
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Via Alpina, Stage 16/20

You are already there! Start directly from Lenk im Simmental.

From Lenk via the Wallegggraben, 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.

dist22 km
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asce1150 m
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desc1200 m
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dura7h 0m
  • land

    Landscape: Along the water,Over a pass,With panoramic views

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How to get to Via Alpina, Stage 16/20

Start directly from Lenk im Simmental
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Via Alpina, Stage 15/20

Minimum travel time: 6m to Lenk, Höhe

Gentle climb alongside the Glisbach stream, through forest and moorland, over the Hahnenmoospass, then down to Lenk, superbly set in the Hinter Simmental basin, with spectacular waterfalls and the perfect backdrop of the Wildstrubel massif.

dist14 km
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asce700 m
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desc1000 m
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dura4h 30m
  • land

    Landscape: With panoramic views,Over a pass

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How to get to Via Alpina, Stage 15/20

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Siebenbrunnen-Weg

Minimum travel time: 13m to Lenk, Simmenfälle

The hike to the Simmen waterfalls, to the "seven fountains", and on via Langermatte to Iffigenalp is one of the most popular in Lenk. It takes the visitors to the most beautiful water spectacles of the Simmen valley and offers a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains and the village of Lenk.

dist8 km
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asce820 m
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desc340 m
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dura3h 20m
  • land

    Landscape: With panoramic views

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How to get to Siebenbrunnen-Weg

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Iffigsee-Rundweg

Minimum travel time: 26m to Lenk, Iffigenalp

The around five-hour round tour from Iffigenalp - Iffigsee - Iffighore - Hohberg - back to Iffigenalp leads through the attractive nature reserve of Gelten-Iffigen. In July and August, a richly varied and rare world of flora is found on the rugged and romantic Hohberg.

dist11 km
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asce880 m
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desc880 m
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dura4h 25m
  • land

    Landscape: With panoramic views

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How to get to Iffigsee-Rundweg

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Höhenrundweg Gryden

Minimum travel time: 34m to Leiterli (Bergstation)

The Betelberg hides a fascinating place with an extraordinary scenery: the Gryden. The crater-like, bizarre rocky landscape can be explored on this high-altitude circular trail. It leads from Lenk's local mountain along the south side of the 'Stübleni' to the refuge and back.

dist7 km
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asce320 m
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desc320 m
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dura2h 15m
  • land

    Landscape: With panoramic views

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How to get to Höhenrundweg Gryden

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Schönriederweg

Minimum travel time: 38m to Saanenmöser

This route begins in the charming village of Saanenmöser and leads to the chalet village of Schönried. The intact nature of the enchanting landscape seen along this tranquil path is reminiscent of an typical Swiss picture postcard.

dist3 km
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asce20 m
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desc50 m
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dura40m
  • barr

    Barrier free: Yes

  • land

    Landscape: With panoramic views

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How to get to Schönriederweg

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Leiternweide-Hängebrückenweg

Minimum travel time: 43m to Oberwil i.S., Bahnhof

On this diverse hike, ruins allow you a glimpse of the past, a bridge at a dizzying height will make you hold your breath and cave explorers hearts' will skip a beat. A hike right in the middle of beautiful, intact nature.

dist6 km
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asce380 m
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desc320 m
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dura2h 0m
  • land

    Landscape: With panoramic views,Over a suspension bridge

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How to get to Leiternweide-Hängebrückenweg

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Via Alpina, Stage 17/20

Minimum travel time: 50m to Gstaad

Panoramic high-level path past Berghaus Eggli and the Wilde Bode limestone karren area to the language border at Col de Jable. Many traditional alp huts with large shingle roofs and cheesemaking in copper cauldrons high above Etivaz.

dist16 km
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asce1250 m
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desc1200 m
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dura6h 25m

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    How to get to Via Alpina, Stage 17/20

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    Saane-Uferweg

    Minimum travel time: 50m to Gstaad

    This route leads from Gstaad to Saanen along the tranquil banks of the River Saane. An easy path that is notable for its impressive far-reaching views over this enchanting region.

    dist3 km
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    asce10 m
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    desc50 m
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    dura50m
    • barr

      Barrier free: Yes

    • land

      Landscape: Along the water

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    How to get to Saane-Uferweg