Gasteraespitz
An out-and-back trail, 1.7 miles each way (3.4 miles round trip) in Bern, Switzerland.
- 1.7 mi
- round trip
- 3,422 ft
- climb
- 8,955 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Gasteraespitz is an out-and-back trail, 1.7 miles each way (3.4 miles round trip) in Bern, Switzerland. It runs between about 6,480 ft and 8,960 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,870 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. The nearest town is Kandersteg, about 3.3 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Obers Tatelishore, Untere Tatelishorn and Gasteräspitz. Geltenwasserfall and Schwarzenbachfall are within about 3 miles. For camping, Camping Rendez-vous and Camping Sportarena Leukerbad are within about 6 miles. There are 5 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.
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Conditions and forecast
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