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Trüttlisberg Trail: Lauenen - Safretvorschess - Trüttlisberg

5,65 km
3:06 hrs.
834 m
1 m
81
TOP Difficult
Condition
Technique
Experience
Landscape
Best season
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Starting point of the tour
Lauenen (1238 M.a.s.l)
Destination of the tour
Trütlisberg (2075 M.a.s.l)
Lowest point
1.240 m
Highest point
2.075 m
Properties
  • Scenic
  • Summit route
  • Clear area
Source : Destination Gstaad

The not signposted snowshoe hike from Lauenen to the Trüttlisberg offers great views and magical winter landscapes.

The snowshoe tour starts in the village of Lauenen and leads eastwards along the Mülibach to the Rütschli. From there it continues in a south-easterly direction to Fäng. From there the trail runs along the road (cleared) to Safretvorschess. The ascent then continues over the Vordere Trütlisbärg to the summit at 2075 m.a.s.l. During the ascent you can enjoy a beautiful winter landscape and the tranquillity of nature. Once you have reached your destination, you can marvel at the beautiful panorama.
Properties
Lauenen - Safretvorschess - Trüttlisberg
Equipment
We recommend
  • Snowshoeing equipment: snowshoes, poles, warm and stable footwear
  • Not obligatory but recommended: Avalanche transceiver (LVS)
  • Backpack, shovel, probe
  • Warm weatherproof clothing
  • Warm gloves and warm hat
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Warm drinks
  • Snack (high energy foods such as chocolate, dried fruit etc.)
Tip of the author
At the top, you will find a summit book in a pink gamelle. Leave a personal message in the book.
Safety information
The route of this snowshoe trail is neither signposted nor specially prepared.

Plan every snowshoe tour carefully and adapt to participants’ fitness level as well as the weather and season.

Weather conditions can change quickly in the mountains. Appropriate clothing is therefore essential, along with adequate supplies of food and water. In uncertain weather, turn back in good time.

Inform others of planned route, and whenever possible avoid going alone.

Please be considerate to other walkers and to plants and animals.

Public Transit
Postbus Gstaad - Lauenen Geltenhornplatz
Parking
Parking Lauenen Geltenhornplatz
Getting There
The Destination Gstaad is located in the south-west of Switzerland right on the border to the French-speaking part of the country. The Destination is easily accessed by rail or car from the regions around Lake Thun and Lake Geneva and the Gruyere region Direct connections to the European high-speed rail network and all international airports in Switzerland guarantee a time-saving and pleasant journey.

 

More information on gstaad.ch: Travel & Public Transport.

Additional Information
Further information on snowshoe tours in the destination of Gstaad: gstaad.ch
Map and arrival