I hiked the long way around to Kandersteg from Griesalp via the Höhenweg
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Day 5: Gspaltenhornhütte to Griesalp
Today began with some initial disappointment at having to abandon my plan to go up the Hohtürli to the Blümisalphütte and instead descend to Griesalp and then take an alternate trail around to Kandersteg the following day.
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Today I undertook the Sefinenfurgge, the first of two of the highest passes on the Alpine Pass Route.
Continue reading “Day 4: Gimmelwald to Gspaltenhornhütte via the Sefinenfurgge”Day 3: Kleine Scheidegg to Gimmelwald
A stunningly beautiful day of hiking over 12 miles from Kleine Scheidegg to Gimmelwald, via Wengen, Lauterbrunnen, Grütschalp, and Mürren.
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The toilets here are remarkable in the consistency of operational controls, consumable materials, and overall experience.
Day 2: Kleine Scheidegg and the Eiger Trail
A 10-mile day with segments through Grindelwald, from Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg, and the Eiger trail from Eigergletscher to Alpiglen. Incredible mountain scenery, delicious food, and
Day 1: Schynige Platte to First
A classic Swiss hike from Schynige Platte to the Berggasthaus First (mountain guest house at First) with stunning views of the Eiger and other high peaks of the Berner Oberland.
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I traveled by air to Zürich via London, and then by train via Bern and Interlaken to the village of Wilderswil at the base of Bernese Alps.
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