Bussalp - Lookout Point (Nr. 58)
Short facts
- start: Bergrestaurant Bussalp
- destination: Bergrestaurant Bussalp
- easy
- 0,63 km
- 15 minutes
- 29 m
- 1828 m
- 1799 m
- 80 / 100
- 10 / 100
best season
This pleasant loop trail starts next to the Bussalp mountain restaurant. The trail, which is marked with purple trailmarkers, branches off to the left of the road, heading slightly uphill to the observation point in about 15 minutes. Enjoy the view of the unique mountain scenery of the Jungfrau Region during your hike.
General information
Directions
Bussalp - Lookout Point - Bussalp
Safety Guidelines
After a snowfall, the ground can be softer and more difficult to walk on.
Equipment
- The sun’s rays are more intense in the mountains. Don’t forget to bring sunscreen with a high protection factor, a hat and sunglasses with UV protection.
- Charged mobile phone
- First-aid kit
- Winter shoes with non-slip sole
- Drinks and snacks
- If available: hiking sticks
Tip
Enjoy the wonderful sun terracce of the Bergrestaurant Bussalp after the walk.
Getting there
Car: There are different ways to reach the region by car. The fastest way from Basel and Geneva is via Berne. The fastest route from Zurich is through Lucerne and the Brünig Pass. The pass is open in summer and winter.
From the south, the route goes over the Grimsel or Susten Pass into the region. Both passes are only open in summer. Alternatively, you can take the Simplon Pass and then Lötschberg car transport.
Parking
Grindelwald has public car parks with covered parking spaces: Eiger+ car park (252 parking spaces) and Sportzentrum car park (160 parking spaces). They cannot be reserved in advance. Uncovered parking spaces are available everywhere in the village. There is also the parking area at Grindelwald Grund.
Public transit
Thanks to its central location in Europe, Switzerland is served by international trains from over 12 countries. Within Switzerland, Intercity trains run directly from Basel and Lucerne to the Jungfrau Region. Travellers from Zurich have to change in Berne. The trains run every half hour.
Additional Information
Pavings
- Street (5%)
- Hiking Trail (95%)
Weather

This tour is presented by: Jungfrau Region Tourismus AG