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Tourist centre For detailed information on the walking possibilities in Grimselwelt, #Grimselwelt take a look at www.grimselwelt.ch/en/experience Visitor centre / Tour of the rimselwelt – a world of mountains and glaciers, with bizarre Engstlenalp Spitallamm construction site Ggranite rocks, gorges, alpine meadows and deep valleys. And 1835 m Lake a world of water, waterfalls and lakes. In 1925, KWO, Kraftwerke Engstlen 3259 m Camping site AG, started to use this abundance of water for electricity. The Lake Gelmer first dam was built on the Grimsel. At the time, it was the largest in the Take the Gelmer railway up to 1,860 metres above sea level to e y BBQ site the crystal blue Lake Gelmer. Two-hour mountain hike around the lake world. Over the decades, a gigantic system of power plant caverns and l l Brünigpass a or walk on the dam wall near the summit station. Round it all off with a tunnels has been created under the granite rocks – a marvel of technol- V 6-8h l PostBus/Engstlenalp Bus culinary treat in the Hotel and Nature Resort Handeck – can be reached ogy in the midst of powerful nature. Immerse yourself in this exciting H a a t Via ferrata on foot using the Handeck suspension bridge. world of contrasts. s n 3h l e Mountain railway In addition, a really lovely walk leads from Lake Gelmer into the Diechter- G Berghaus Tälli i 1726 m bach valley, where the steep ascent leads to the SAC Gelmerhütte.

Interlaken//Brünig b Sätteli Sustenpass Oberalp/Gotthard e 2h Gondola r 1.5h 2148 m g Tällibahn FROM SUMMER 2021 Suspension bridge 595 m 1205 m 30’ 3h Museum Viewpoint Steingletscher Meiringen--Bahn MIB 1h 1866 m Flying low over Grimselwelt 30’ 30’ 30’ Peak 45’ 1.5h 2h 30’ Reichenbachfall-Bahn y Oberaarbahn 843 m 30’ e E-filling stations Scene of Sherlock Holmes‘s fall 1h Monster l l 1.5h he Oberaar gondola is the latest attraction in Grimselwelt! You will fly Scooter a low on this gondola ride from the Grimsel Hospiz over Lake Grimsel V 2.5h Triftbahn T y 1.5h Innertkirchen e n Parking subject to charges and across beautiful moorland to Oberaar. During the 25-minute trip in e 625 m d m two stages, experience the beautiful alpine panorama from a whole new H l Grimseltor G a Tierberglihütte Sustenhorn l 2795 m 3503 m perspective. a a Tourist Center 1.5h V s h Windegghütte Triftbrücke Book now at www.grimselwelt.ch and take part in one of the 1880 m Lake Trift c l Users of mountain trails and alpine routes first trips. a i b 3h must be sure-footed, have a head for n e heights and be in good physical shape. Lauteraar h T y 5.5h Sturdy shoes with a good grip, equipment The attractive route to the Lauteraarhütte takes you from Grimselnollen c V i r e suitable for the weather and topographi- (parking available) on the Hospiz gondola to Sommerloch and from there e i R l a f Trifthütte cal maps are required. Please pay particu- up to Juchli. Along Lake Grimsel, the trail leads over narrow paths blasted t l Aare 2521 m lar attention to children. And be consider- into the rock, through high moors and flower meadows interspersed with a G l ate of nature and animals. Keep your dog stone pines to the accretion zone at the foot of the glacier. The second V l l a on a leash and stay on paths and trails. part of the trail leads through the area of the Unteraar glacier and finally c h Take your waste with you. up to the rock spur to the hut in the high alpine area.

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Ritzlihorn 3264 m Gelmerhütte 2415 m Gaulihütte Mountain hiking trails are 2206 m 1.5h Information on booking online narrow and partly exposed. Particularly Go to www.grimselwelt.ch to book your whole experience: from a hotel 1400 m Gelmerbahn r difficult sections are secured with ropes 40’ e room through power plant tours to a ticket to save you Handeckfallbrücke i or chains. Snowfields have to be expected 50’ c in early summer. having to stand in a long queue. Lake Gelmer a 15’ 1849 m l 3.5h G Lake Gauli 30’ 45’ Sections of mountain trails that 30’ e are particularly exposed, wet or covered Handeck n Gruebenhütte Hotel and Nature Resort Kunzentänlein with snow for long periods in summer. ROOMS · TOURS · CABLECARS · TICKETS 2513 m 1596 m o Alplistock ski tour 30’ h Gotthard/Tessin A moderately difficult ski tour over moderately steep terrain to the Alplis- R ONLINE BOOKING 30’ tock, 2,758 m above sea level. The tour offers a wonderful descent over Gerstenegg Alpine hiking trails the entire length and over various steep steps. Starting point is the sum- www.grimselwelt.ch Schreckhorn 1703 m 4078 m Bächlistock mit station of the Gerstenegg gondola, 1,717 m above sea level. Time 3247 m Bächlitalhütte 2h required 4-5h (ascent approx. 2.5-3h). 2329 m 1h Lake Räterichs- boden Hospizbahn Furkapass Sommerloch Alpine hiking trails lead A cosy stay with an adventurous trip to get here Grimsel Hospiz 1980 m Historic Alpine Hotel partly over snowfields, glaciers or scree U Grimseltor tourist centre n Lauteraarhütte slopes and through rock with short t e 2393 m Winter oasis Your first port of call for all the information on your stay in r a 2h Oberaarbahn climbing sections; partly with no paths. a r Sidelhornbahn rue friends of the have long since realised: nowhere is the silence Grimselwelt. Book your power plant tour or a ticket for one of the popular G l a c 2h Special structural provisions cannot be i e r Lake Grimsel so complete, the tranquillity so all-encompassing, the relaxation so mountain railways here. www.grimseltor.ch 3h assumed. T 45’ Grimselpass lasting as in the mountain world. The Grimsel Hospiz with its thick walls 50’ 2165 m Aarbiwak 1h Gletsch is the ideal setting to really slow down whatever the season. To let your 2731 m 1h unobstructed view scan untouched landscapes. To enjoy a magnificent 05km Safety at rivers 50’ Triebtenseewli starry sky from a steaming hot tub during deep dark nights, undisturbed Grimselwelt Bäregghütte 2765 m Grimselstrasse 19 1.5h 2415 m by any other light. It is an oasis of calm. In summer, but also in winter, 3862 Innertkirchen when the cosy warmth of the fireplace makes the harsh mountain cli- Lake Oberaar Grimselwelt mate outside really beautiful. And you round off the day with a festive Oberaar 2338 m Nature Reserve Due to heavy rain/snowfall and the 4h Restaurant and Berghaus dinner and a good glass of wine. [email protected] e r UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE operation of hydropower plants, rivers 4274 m a c i www.grimselwelt.ch Oberaarhorn G l g e Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch can suddenly rise sharply. It is danger- 3629 m a r R i d Opening times End of December to beginning of April every Wednesday Tel +41 33 982 26 26 2021 notice Legal Innertkirchen Oberhasli AG, Publisher: Kraftwerke Grimselwelt, and office: Marketing Sales Editorial Laufwerk,Design: Bern Birri / Michel Jaussi/ Bösch / David / Robert KWO Photos: / Luca Zanier di Renzo / Patrizio Neeser Rolf Belp AG, Printing: Jordi friendly environmentally From Paper: production. and climate-neutral (FSC-certified) e r a A a r ous to be in the river bed below a water O b to Sunday (Sunday to Wednesday on request). Oberaarjochhütte intake or dam. Avoid stream beds, be 3256 m attentive and observe the warning signs along the course of the river in the drain- Enjoy our wooden barrel sauna and hot tub surrounded by Nufenen/Brig/Lausanne metre-high snow walls. Grimsel Experience english GRIMSELWELT IS A COMMITMENT OF KWO, AG age area. A castle with a lake at its feet Magnificent construction Historic alpine hotel Replacement of the Grimsel Hospiz Spitallamm dam

he KWO is building a new dam in front of the existing Spitallamm dam as a replacement. Be impressed by the imposing high mountain t is enthroned on a mighty rock spur in the lake. A symbol of hydro - T construction site and the information on the Grimselnollen. While you power. The Grimsel Hospiz is still considered one of the most comfort- I are here, you will be made welcome at the Grimsel Hospiz alpine hotel. able mountain hotels in the Alps. Behind a façade of rough broken granite and red shutters, you will find an interior that leaves nothing to be Public construction site tour desired. And the view from the outdoor terrace is quite simply stunning. The construction site tour is open to the public and can be visited free of charge without a guide. Follow the signposting on site and observe the safety instructions. Minimum age 10 years. Children aged six and above Opening times June to October, closed on Mondays if accompanied by a responsible parent or guardian. From end of December to beginning of April, Wednesday to Sunday (Sun- day to Wednesday on request). Guided tour of the construction site with additional information The guided tour led by a KWO visitor guide starts at the UNESCO/KWO Visitor Centre at the Grimsel Hospiz alpine hotel and takes you through tunnels and to impressive viewing platforms to see the construction site from close quarters. In the depths to the breathtaking crystal grotto Like something from a picture book Grimsel Undergrund e take you on a unique guided tour directly from the Grimsel Hos- Hotel and Nature Resort Handeck Wpiz alpine hotel. On the small Hospiz gondola, we will fly over the he three-star superior hotel is located on Alp Handeck at the foot of Vertical mountain tour construction site of the growing Spitallamm dam to the tunnel portal in Tthe . The shepherds and traders of yesteryear would never the Grimsel underground. From Grimsel 1 power plant we take the tunnel have thought this possible. Visitors can enjoy a very comfortable stay here Gelmerbahn bus to Grimsel 2 pumped-storage plant, 400 metres below Lake Oberaar on what was «their» Alp Handeck. The resort boasts three buildings all and 100 metres below Lake Grimsel. Back through the tunnels we reach ts route is one of railway pioneers’ most daring constructions. With a with modern-alpine furnished rooms offering space to relax. Adult guests the treasure chamber of Grimselwelt – the crystal grotto in Gerstenegg! gradient of 106 per cent, it is undoubtedly the steepest passenger fu- will enjoy the relaxation they find in the wellness oasis, while the children I In 1974, this crystal grotto was discovered while the tunnels were being nicular railway in Europe. One thing is certain – the Gelmer funicular rail- can let off steam in the large playground. The hotel is an ideal starting built and shortly afterwards placed under protection. Today the crystal way offers a pure adrenaline feeling. Originally built as a service railway, point for nature adventures with the Gelmer funicular railway and an alpine grotto can be admired from three different angles. it is today open to all visitors, taking them from the base station near dairy close by. And Roman Crkon’s field, forest and meadow cuisine, the Handeck suspension bridge to Lake Gelmer at 1,860 metres above which has been awarded 15 Gault Millau points, will delight your taste buds. Programme Hospiz gondola, Grimsel 2 and crystal grotto. Number of sea level. The circular hiking track around the lake provides fascinating people A maximum of 20 people. Dates End of May to end of October, Opening times End of May to end of October. insights into the high alpine mountain world. daily. Duration 1.5h. Price Adults CHF 38, children CHF 26.

Number of people A maximum of 20 people can participate in a tour. More information on our attractive offers at Opening times End of May to end of October. Dates Start of June to end of October, daily. Duration 1h. Price Adults www.grimselwelt.ch/en/offers Operating times For detailed information, please take a look at the website. CHF 10, children CHF 7. Price Adults return CHF 32 / single CHF 16, Children return CHF 16 / single CHF 8. ROOMS · TOURS · CABLECARS · TICKETS ONLINE BOOKING

Fantastic mountain world www.grimselwelt.ch Restaurant and Tour for individual visitors and groups Berghaus Oberaar Pioneers in Hydropower t 2,300 metres above sea level, you will almost always find the sun Passage over the gorge iscover how the overwhelming power of water becomes electricity shining. Perhaps partly because the guests on the sun terrace of the A and finds its way to your home. On your tour through our labyrinth of Berghaus Oberaar cheerily toast the sun so often. Enjoy breath-taking D Triftbrücke tunnels, we will show you three generations of power plants reflecting unique views. Of the amount of water in the reservoir, of the eternal the almost 100-year history of KWO. It is not only the technology that is ice of the Oberaar glacier. And of the four-thousand-metre peaks of the he Trift gondola glides over the deep gorge from the Gadmental valley fascinating: we will also present the rock crystals which were found dur- that seem so close. Welcome to the summit! up to the Trift area. With crashing elemental force, the water roars T ing the replacement construction of the new Spitallamm dam. down in the gorge. The 170-metre span of the Trift bridge takes you over the abyss. Its weightless elegance and beauty are fascinating. But it has to The Gadmen Dolomites be said – walking across it does require a little courage. You can reach the Trift bridge on a hike lasting around 1½ hours from the summit station. Tällibahn It is highly recommended to buy a ticket for the Trift gondola in advance. Opening times Start of June to mid-October. Operating times June, Sep- rom the Sustenpass road to the foot of the Gadmen Dolomites in only tember, October 8:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m. / July, August 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ten minutes with the Tälli gondola. Everyone will find their very own F Price Adults return CHF 24 / single CHF 12, children return CHF 12 / single CHF 6. favourite spot in the mountains, whatever their age. With helmets and carabiners, you can tackle the 1,300-metre-long wire rope and ladders of the Tälli via ferrata. Hikers can take their pick of the Birchlaui, Engstlen, Where Sherlock Holmes fought his last battle Wenden, Sätteli and Gadmen mountains. Enjoy the unique panoramic views from the Titlis to the on the sun terrace of the Berghaus Reichenbachfall-Bahn Europe’s highest surge tank Tälli, while indulging in good food prepared from regional products. his excursion is a must for Sherlock Holmes fans. Here at the Sidelhornbahn T120-metre-high , the famous detective chal- lenged his arch-enemy Professor Moriarty to a fight – the fierce scuf- lide weightlessly with the Sidelhorn gondola from the Hotel Grimsel fle ended with a fall into the depths of precisely this waterfall! GHospiz over Lake Grimsel to the foot of the Sidelhorn, the starting The Oberaar area is a sun-drenched high valley, easy to reach via the six- point of the mountain hiking trails to the summit of the Sidelhorn and the kilometre-long panoramic road from the Grimsel Pass, and now with the Opening times Start of May to start of October. high trail to Lake Trübten. Here, at the watershed of the Aare and Rhone Oberaar gondola. Starting from the Restaurant and Berghaus Oberaar, the Operating times 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 1-hour hike over the Oberaar dam wall and along the north shore of Lake rivers, on the boundary between north and south, adventure awaits you Price Adults return CHF 12 / single CHF 8, Oberaar to the foot of the Oberaar glacier is an excellent choice. Look left in the form of high-alpine hiking with no marked trails. The River Grimsel Children return CHF 8 / single CHF 6. rises in this unique mountain landscape, abounding in water. or right and you’ll see green and grey shimmering granite – ground into round shapes by the glacier, but rough and angular at the top. Between Combined ticket Train and Aare gorge, Adults return CHF 18, the granite, there are crystal-clear mountain lakes, moorlands, whistling children return CHF 13. Opening times Gondola starts operation when the pass opens. Gondola marmots and a pair of circling eagles. Pure nature! Opening times Middle of May to end of October. Combined ticket Train and Sherlock Holmes Museum, Adults operation until mid-October. Operating times 7:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. / self-operated. CHF 13, children CHF 8. Programme Handeck power plants and crystal exhibition. Number of Operating times 8:00 a.m.- 9:30 p.m., self-operated. Opening times July to September. Price per trip Adults CHF 6, children CHF 4. Combined ticket Train and monster scooters, Adults CHF 24, people A maximum of 20 people. Dates End of May to end of October, Price per trip Adults CHF 6, children CHF 4. There is limited parking in the Oberaar area and it is subject to a charge. Summer season ticket Adults CHF 45, children CHF 30. children CHF 20. daily. Duration 1.5h. Price Adults CHF 25, children CHF 17.