These are the most beautiful mountain passes in Switzerland

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These are the most beautiful mountain passes in Switzerland

The Swiss passes have a great appeal. They attract hikers and bikers as well as leisurely day-trippers and motorcyclists. These are the most beautiful mountain passes in Switzerland.

1. Gemmi Pass
The Gemmi Pass is the all-rounder among the Swiss passes. On the one hand, it is one of the possible access points to the Wildstrubel for ambitious mountaineers. On the other hand, via ferrata enthusiasts will find the longest and most breathtaking via ferrata in Switzerland here in the Daubenhorn face - only recommended for experienced and strong-nerved mountaineers. Hikers will also find happiness on the Gemmi on the hiking trail along the Daubensee. From the Sunnbüel mountain station, which can be reached by gondola from Kandersteg, it is just under nine kilometers to the Gemmi Pass, from where the 900 meters of altitude down to Leukerbad can be overcome either on foot on countless steep bends or comfortably by cable car. But first you should stop at the Gemmi Lodge and enjoy the magnificent view from the viewing platform. If you have a little more time, you can also spend the night up here.

2. Lötschenpass
As the crow flies, not far from the Gemmipass, the Lötschenpass takes visitors into an incredibly fascinating mountain world. While the BLS transports travelers deep down in the mountain via the Lötschberg tunnel at high speed from the Bern region to the Valais, things are quieter up on the pass. The Lötschenpass hut on the historic pass that connects Kandersteg and the Lötschental is open until the beginning of November, offering the opportunity to split the challenging hike into two pleasant day stages. The starting point is Selden, a small hamlet in the Gasterntal, which can be reached from Kandersteg by Alpine taxi - be sure to reserve in advance. It takes around 3.5 hours to reach the Lötschenpass hut. The next day, it's time to descend towards the Lötschental. If you still have enough energy in your legs, you can descend to Ferden in four hours. Otherwise, the tour can also be shortened via Lauchernalp.

3. Furka Pass
The Furka Pass is one of the most beautiful Swiss passes and, above all, a place steeped in history. This pass was already used in Roman times and from the thirteenth century onwards there was a lively trade on the mule track. In 1921 the first post bus drove over the pass, replacing the horse-drawn post. The post bus route is still in operation today. The 3-pass journey from Meiringen or Andermatt, which takes you comfortably over the Susten-Furka-Grimsel Pass, is particularly attractive. Nostalgics will enjoy a ride on the steam train on the Furka mountain route. Thanks to the efforts of railway fans, this former railway line, which was replaced in 1982 by the winter-safe Furka Base Tunnel, was preserved and still transports guests from Realp to Oberwald in the summer months from June to October.

4. Maighelspass
The idyllic Maighelspass is part of the first stage of the Four Sources Trail, which leads past the sources of the Rhine, Reuss, Ticino and Rhone rivers. The starting point is the Oberalppass. From here, the route continues via the SAC hut Camona da Maighels towards the Maighelspass. There are many extensive wetlands on this section of the hike. Accordingly, you pass countless small lakes, ponds and moors with their characteristic flora on the way to the pass. Just on the other side of the pass is the Portgerensee, a popular fishing lake where a short break is worthwhile. From here it is about an hour's walk to the Vermigelhütte at 2,042 meters above sea level - a perfect starting point for further hikes, bike tours and ski tours in winter. It is worth spending a night in this beautiful spot. From here you can reach the town of Andermatt in two and a half hours.5. Monte Moro Pass

5. Monte Moro Pass
This very old pass route between the Saas Valley on the Swiss side and the Valle Anzasca on the Italian side was once a popular smugglers' path. Today it is mainly used as a stage of the Tour Monte Rosa, one of the most challenging hikes in Europe. The starting point is the Mattmark reservoir above Saas-Almagell. Here you first go along the left bank to the Tälli area, where a beautiful mule track leads in waves over rocky ledges up to the pass. The striking golden statue of the Madonna that marks the crossing can be seen from afar. Just below the pass, at 2782 meters above sea level, is the Rifugio Oberto Maroli. Here you can enjoy a meal in the best Italian style and enjoy the view of the Monte Rosa mountains before you take on the steep descent down to Macugnaga. From here you go by bus to Domodossola and by train back to Switzerland.

6. Col de Balme
This worthwhile border hike starts in France at the mountain station of the Vallorcine cable car near Chamonix and leads over the Col de Balme to the Col de la Forclaz above Martigny. The tour is one of the most beautiful high alpine hikes in the Lower Valais. From Vallorcine, the route climbs steadily up to the Col de Balme border pass. Again and again, sparse forests offer a view of the valley and Mont Blanc towers majestically over the valley. At the top of the pass, the Refuge du Col de Balme invites you to take a well-deserved break before heading down towards Trient on the Swiss side. It is worth taking the slightly longer route via the Buvette du Glacier du Trient on the descent. Here you will not only be greeted with a wonderful freshly baked cake, but you can also catch a glimpse of the tongue of the Trient glacier. Now the leisurely last section takes you down a few meters to the Col de la Forclaz

7. Lukmanier Pass
At 1,914 metres above sea level, the Lukmanier Pass, which connects the towns of Disentis in Graubünden and Biasca in Ticino, is significantly lower than the other Alpine passes. This fact, as well as the founding of the Disentis monastery in 720, gave the Lukmanier a great importance as a north-south travel route in early times. Today, the pass in the Surselva region is in the shadow of its large neighbour, the Gotthard Pass, where all traffic from German-speaking Switzerland towards Ticino and Italy now passes. To make the pass a little more attractive again, it is also kept open in winter. Anyone who visits the Lukmanier Pass will be surprised by an incredible variety of landscapes. A visit to the Selvasecca forest reserve near Acquacalda, where small moors and wetlands alternate with old forests, is particularly worthwhile. Some of the stone pines in this area are over 300 years old and the habitat is inhabited by deer, roe deer, foxes and many birds.

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