Grosse Scheidegg
The Grosse Scheidegg is a mountain pass with unique views of glaciers in the Bernese Alps of Switzerland, The pass crosses the col between the Schwarzhorn and the Wetterhorn mountains at an elevation of 1,962 m (6,437 ft). Moreover, it is car-free; the only vehicles allowed are the famous yellow Post-Buses.
On the other side the rugged Engelhörner, on one side the impressive view of the Eiger seen from this particular perspective with the world-famous glacier village of Grindelwald, and the wildly romantic Rosenlauital.
Prior to the coming of the railways and the introduction of tourism to the area, the Grosse Scheidegg provided access for local livestock and dairy farmers to the important export route to Italy over the Grimsel Pass.
Tip from the Grand Tours Project:
At the Grosse Scheidegg pass, climb further onto the ridge above. The views of the two flanks are breathtaking and highly photogenic.
Note: An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted.
General Fact and Information
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Type |
Performance |
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Ascent |
1470 m |
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Descent |
1470 m |
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Distance |
79 km |
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Physical requirements |
Medium |
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Season |
June – October |
The entire hiking trail over the pass follows the bus route. Choose your own personal favourite stretch for your walk!
Ticket prices | Grindelwald Bus | Grosse Scheidegg | Sommer
Grindelwald – Grosse Scheidegg
One way: CHF 23.80 (half Price ticket) CHF 11.90
Return: CHF 47.60 (half price ticket) CHF 23.80
The mountainous walk, your activity in the mountains.
Combined -Ticket CHF 47.60
Grindelwald – Grosse Scheidegg
and Waldspitz – Grindelwald
With Grindelwald Bus you are in 25 Minutes from Grindelwald (1050 m) on the Grosse Scheidegg (1962 m). The panoramic view of the Bernese Alpes is beautiful.
Enjoy the phantastic view over the alps and spend some time with a delicious meal from the speciality card.
Location: Grindelwald
May 12
11:00 am
8.17 °C
May 12
2:00 pm
8.59 °C
May 12
5:00 pm
9.07 °C
May 12
8:00 pm
8.04 °C
Address
3818 Grindelwald, Switzerland
Tickets
Swiss travel pass
Duration
Dependable
Location: Grindelwald
2:00 am
May 13
5.2 °C 88 % 1016 hPa 1.96 m/s 151 deg
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5:00 am
May 13
4.57 °C 70 % 1017 hPa 1.66 m/s 152 deg
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8:00 am
May 13
7.1 °C 81 % 1016 hPa 0.3 m/s 149 deg
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11:00 am
May 13
9.78 °C 90 % 1016 hPa 0.75 m/s 339 deg
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2:00 pm
May 13
9.94 °C 95 % 1015 hPa 1.16 m/s 351 deg
light rain
5:00 pm
May 13
9.62 °C 100 % 1015 hPa 1.38 m/s 10 deg
light rain
8:00 pm
May 13
8.51 °C 99 % 1016 hPa 0.98 m/s 45 deg
light rain
11:00 pm
May 13
7.22 °C 97 % 1018 hPa 1.54 m/s 150 deg
light rain
2:00 am
May 14
6.41 °C 96 % 1018 hPa 1.49 m/s 156 deg
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5:00 am
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6.08 °C 93 % 1017 hPa 1.09 m/s 156 deg
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8:00 am
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7.75 °C 95 % 1016 hPa 0.59 m/s 17 deg
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11:00 am
May 14
9.82 °C 99 % 1014 hPa 0.52 m/s 15 deg
light rain
2:00 pm
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10.83 °C 99 % 1012 hPa 1.43 m/s 343 deg
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5:00 pm
May 14
10.02 °C 100 % 1012 hPa 1.89 m/s 348 deg
light rain
8:00 pm
May 14
9.15 °C 91 % 1012 hPa 1.17 m/s 3 deg
light rain
11:00 pm
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6.56 °C 64 % 1013 hPa 0.1 m/s 224 deg
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2:00 am
May 15
5.2 °C 60 % 1013 hPa 0.57 m/s 199 deg
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5:00 am
May 15
4.01 °C 25 % 1013 hPa 0.31 m/s 340 deg
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8:00 am
May 15
7.35 °C 43 % 1011 hPa 1.42 m/s 342 deg
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11:00 am
May 15
9.67 °C 93 % 1008 hPa 1.96 m/s 350 deg
light rain
2:00 pm
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10.85 °C 96 % 1006 hPa 2.1 m/s 8 deg
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5:00 pm
May 15
11.13 °C 100 % 1004 hPa 2.29 m/s 8 deg
light rain
8:00 pm
May 15
9.19 °C 100 % 1005 hPa 2.13 m/s 352 deg
light rain
11:00 pm
May 15
7.94 °C 100 % 1005 hPa 1.18 m/s 354 deg
light rain
2:00 am
May 16
7.7 °C 100 % 1004 hPa 2.1 m/s 347 deg
light rain
5:00 am
May 16
8.04 °C 100 % 1002 hPa 2.73 m/s 352 deg
light rain
8:00 am
May 16
7.74 °C 100 % 1002 hPa 2.67 m/s 348 deg
light rain
11:00 am
May 16
7.91 °C 100 % 1002 hPa 2.03 m/s 326 deg
light rain
2:00 pm
May 16
8.19 °C 100 % 1003 hPa 1.53 m/s 328 deg
moderate rain
5:00 pm
May 16
8 °C 100 % 1004 hPa 1.53 m/s 294 deg
light rain
8:00 pm
May 16
7.61 °C 100 % 1006 hPa 1.27 m/s 293 deg
light rain
11:00 pm
May 16
7.15 °C 100 % 1008 hPa 0.78 m/s 321 deg
light rain
2:00 am
May 17
7.14 °C 100 % 1008 hPa 0.98 m/s 358 deg
light rain
5:00 am
May 17
7.02 °C 100 % 1009 hPa 1.12 m/s 360 deg
light rain
8:00 am
May 17
7.28 °C 100 % 1010 hPa 1.04 m/s 347 deg
light rain