Natural wonder Aare Gorge

Helpful facts

The Aare Gorge is a 1400m long and 200m deep natural wonder. It is located in the Haslital, in the eastern Bernese Oberland at the foot of the Grimsel and Susten passes.

Over footbridges and through tunnels the imposing gorge can be hiked through in about 45 minutes without any effort or danger. With its constantly cool temperature, the Aare Gorge is suitable as an excursion destination on nice and hot days as a natural refreshment. When it rains, the gorge is imposing with its mysticism and the sometimes larger water masses.

Details

- The all-weather destination is open from the beginning of April to November 1.

- Way back: parallel to the gorge by train (included in the entrance fee) or via a signposted hiking trail (approx. 1 hour)

- Through the most beautiful parts of the Aare Gorge, from the entrance west to the middle of the gorge, the path is handicapped accessible and passable with simple wheelchairs and narrow baby carriages.

- Dogs are welcome on a leash.