Route 1291, stage 3: Andermatt

5:30 h
70.72 km
1,493 m
2,337 m
598 m
2,430 m
1,832 m
Start: Andermatt
Destination: Meiringen

Three highlights feature today on stage three of Route 1291: from Andermatt, the route heads up and over the Furka and Grimsel passes then down to Meiringen, passing the Aare gorge.

Enjoy the third stage of Route 1291: you’ll be negotiating two world-famous passes today plus other highlights along the way. From Andermatt, you pedal through the pristine Urseren valley and through Realp before reaching the Furka pass. This is followed by the Grimsel pass and a long descent to Meiringen at alt. 595 metres. Before you get there, you pass the Aare gorge, which is well worth a detour.

Route: ca. 70 km | Ascent 1520 hm | Descent 2340 hm

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Directions

From Andermatt, the route leads through the Urseren Valley via Realp to the Furka pass. Continue via the Grimsel pass to Meiringen.

On this route, pay attention to the signposting on site. On some sections of the route, fast e-bikes (45s with yellow number) are sometimes prohibited. Here you will find the traffic signals and their meaning.

When passing through farms, we thank you on behalf of the farmers for passing through at an adapted, reduced speed.

Tour information

Cultural Interesting
Nature Highlight
Stop at an Inn
Summit

Equipment

E-bike (incl. spare battery, if possible) and charger for on the road.

Suitable equipment for your own safety

If you don't have your own e-bike, we recommend Rent a Bike. Rent the right e-bike for you online and pick it up conveniently at Lucerne station.

Additional information

Historical highlights of the 3rd stage

Furkapass: Hotel Restaurant Belvedere und Rhone Glacier

Culinary highlights of the 3rd stage

Andermatt: Sust Lodge Andermatt

Accommodation options of the 3rd stage

Andermatt: Alpenhotel Schlüssel

Meiringen: Parkhotel Sauvage

Literature

Cycling Map SwitzerlandMobility

Information Alpine Passes

Author

Luzern Tourismus AG

Organization

Region Luzern-Vierwaldstättersee

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Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Make the most of the passage over the Furka and Grimsel passes and reflect on the historical past of these routes.

A visit to the Aare gorge offers an impressive natural spectacle – and soothing refreshment on hot summer days.

Safety guidelines

You are asked to stay on the path and not to enter meadows or pastures. You also need to pay attention to your safety amongst the traffic.

On this route, pay attention to the signposting on site. On some sections of the route, fast e-bikes (45s with yellow number) are sometimes prohibited. Here you will find the traffic signals and their meaning.

When passing through farms, we thank you on behalf of the farmers for passing through at an adapted, reduced speed.

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Route 1291, stage 3: Andermatt – Meiringen