Unesco Theme Trail: Pfingstegg - Bäregg - Pfingstegg U2 & No. 24
Short facts
- start: Pfingstegg summit station
- destination: Pfingstegg summit station
- medium
- 5,58 km
- 2 hours 25 minutes
- 428 m
- 1774 m
- 1368 m
- 60 / 100
- 20 / 100
best season
The UNESCO theme trails are digitally accessible via smarTrails (only in german). All you need is this link and an internet-enabled smartphone. Alternatively, you can also book guided tours here.
The hike from Pfingstegg to Bäregg is not only scenic but also educational. At seven locations you will learn how the spectacular rockfall on the Eiger occurred, why the resulting glacial lake is a danger and how the picture of a mountain hut on the precipice became a symbol for the possibly dramatic consequences of climate change in Europe.
The trail winds leisurely from Pfingstegg across open meadows and through coniferous forest towards the glacier. As soon as the forest is left, the steep ascent to the hut begins. In the background, the snow-covered peaks of the Fiescherhörner can be seen. The trail becomes narrower and winds up curve by curve. Down in the valley on the right are the remains of the Lower Grindelwald Glacier. If you look closely you can see pieces of ice and the glacial lake.
General information
Directions
Pfingstegg - Bäregg - Pfingstegg
Safety Guidelines
- hiking-check
- only for sure-footed hikers who are free from vertigo
Equipment
- hiking daypack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover
- comfortable and sturdy footwear
- adequate and durable outdoor clothing in multiple layers
- sun and rain protection
- snacks and drinking water
- first aid kit
- penknife
- mobile phone
- if necesessary: telescope sticks, headlight, maps
Tip
- Stay overnight at Berghaus Bäregg
- Pfingstegg
Getting there
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.
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.
Maps
Additional Information
Pavings
- Unknown (50%)
- Path (48%)
- Hiking Trail (1%)
- Asphalt Coating (1%)
Weather
This tour is presented by: Jungfrau Region Tourismus AG