Grimsel Adventure Grimsel english Welcome to /Zurich/Basel Grimselhotels Excursion Tips Grimselwelt Tourist Information Campsite Start this alpine hike from the top station of the Sidelhorn Gondola, at rimselwelt – a mountainous world bulging with mighty glaciers, bi- Engstlenalp the foot of this impressive mountain. The trail on the Aar-ridge (1.5h) will zarre granite rocks, cavernous gorges, idyllic meadows and deep val- 1835 m G Lake 3259 m lead you to the summit at 2765 m a.s.l., awarding you with a spectacu- leys. A world of sparkling water, rushing down thundering waterfalls or Engstlen Barbeque Area lar 360° view of the surrounding mountainous world with its glaciers. A resting quietly in one of the numerous reservoirs. In 1925, the Kraftwerke must-do for every hiking-lover, where you can detect about 10 marvel- AG (KWO) started to use this abundance of water to produce y Bus/Engstlenalp-Bus l e lous alpine lakes of the Grimsel area. electricity. The Grimsel Dam was the first to be built, and at that time, the l Brünigpass V a highest in the world. Several decades were needed to create a vast un- 6-8h l Funicular derground network of tunnels, shafts and plants – a masterstroke of tech- H a a t Via ferrata nology. You are welcome to dive into this exciting world full of contrasts. s n 3h l e i G Tälli Hut 1726 m Gondola

Interlaken//Brünig b e Sätteli Sustenpass Oberalp/Gotthard 2h Suspension Bridge r 1.5h 2148 m g Tälli Gondola A miracle of nature Viewpoint 595 m 1205 m 30’ 3h 1400 m long, 200 m deep Sherlock Holmes Museum Summit Steingletscher Meiringen--Bahn MIB 1h 1866 m he is the gateway to the Grimselwelt. Over thousands 30’ 30’ 30’ E – filling station Tof years, the Aare River eroded a path through the calcareous rock 1.5h Aare Gorge 2h 30’ Trift Bridge formation. Follow the course of the Aare River through this impressive Reichenbach Funicular y With the Trift Gondola, you can reach the Trift valley with its majestic gorge, which has been made accessible by a system of safe paths and 843 m e 1h Monster l 1.5h Paid parking glacial surroundings. From the top station, a 1.5 hours hike will lead you tunnels. Experience this magnificent spectacle, whose Scene of Sherlock Holmes‘s fall Scooter l a Trift Gondola to the highlight of this valley - the Trift Suspension Bridge, 170 m in leading actor is Mother Nature herself. The Meiringen- 30’ V 2.5h 1.5h n 1357 m Innertkirchen-Train MIB will take you to the stage. Get y Innertkirchen m e length. Enjoy the breathtaking view over the Lake Trift and Trift Glacier. e 625 m d If you want to pay a visit to the Windegg hut, you can choose between a ticket for both train and entry, and alight at one of the H l Grimseltor G a Tierbergli Hut Sustenhorn l 2795 m 3503 m the direct path «Ketteliweg» or the easier «Family trail». Starting at the stations at the entrance (Aareschlucht West or East). a a Tourist Center 1.5h V s Trift Bridge, an alpine route will lead you to the SAC Trift hut (approx. 3h). Opening hours 8.30 – 17.30 (July & August 8.30 – 18.30). h Windegg Hut Trift Bridge 1880 m Lake Trift c l 1740 m Being surefooted, having a good head Special Evening illumination in July and August, Thu – Sat, starting at a i 18.30. Access only at West-entrance (Meiringen) b 3h for heights and being reasonably fit are n e requirements that have to be fulfilled h T y 5.5h when hiking on mountain trails and Tourist Information Grimseltor c V i r e alpine routes. Solid hiking shoes with If you are looking for more information about the Haslital region, you will e i R l a f Trift Hut non-slip soles, equipment adequate for t find it here. You can make a booking for power plant tours or buy tickets l Aare 2521 m the prevailing weather situation and for trains, busses or gondolas and funiculars. a G l topographic maps are essential. Children V l l a are to be supervised at all times. Please c h respect flora and fauna. Keep your dog on

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an inclination of up to 106%. Once at the top station, you can enjoy a hike U around the turquoise Lake Gelmer with its fascinating high-alpine land- Mountain trails scape. Explore the Gelmer Dam close to the top station or enjoy some culinary delights at Hotel Handeck nearby the bottom station. Ritzlihorn Some more spectacular lookouts can be found at the Gelmer hut. The 3264 m Gelmer Hut steep climb up to the Gelmer hut follows the Diechterbach as the water 2415 m Gauli Hut Mountain trails are narrow of the stream rushes over massive granite cliffs. 2206 m 1.5h and partially exposed. Exposed sites may Opening hours be secured with ropes or chains. Snow is to Winter Mon – Fri 8.00 – 11.00 1400 m Gelmer Funicular r 45’ e be expected in early summer. Sat – Sun closed Handeckfall Bridge i 1h c Summer Mon – Fri 7.45 – 12.00 / 13.30 – 18.00 Lake Gelmer a 15’ 1849 m l Some sections of the Sat – Sun 7.45 – 12.00 / 13.30 – 16.00 3.5h 45’ G Lake Gauli 30’ mountain trails are particularly exposed, 50’ e shadowy and wet. In early summer, parts 1400 m Handeck n Grueben Hut Chüenzentennlen are likely to be covered with snowfields. Grimselwelt 2513 m Hotel and Nature Resort 1596 m o

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R CH-3862 Innertkirchen 30’ [email protected] Gerstenegg Alpine routes 1703 m www.grimselwelt.ch Grimselwelt Trail 4078 m Bächlistock Starting at the Grimsel mountain pass, you will make your way through Tel +41 33 982 26 26 3247 m Bächlital Hut 2h 2329 m 1h Lake Räterichs- boden Furkapass blooming alpine meadows and rough rock formations. On your way, you Grimsel Hospiz – Historic Alpine Hotel Impressum 2018 Impressum Innertkirchen Oberhasli AG, Publisher: Kraftwerke Grimselwelt,Editing: Marketing and Sales Laufwerk,Design: Bern Birri / Bösch / David / Robert KWO Photos: / Luca Zanier di Renzo / Patrizio Neeser Rolf Print: Belp AG, Jordi (FSC-certified) friendly Environmentally production Paper: produced. neutrally and climate Sommerloch Track is not necessarily avail- will take a ride on the roofless Gelmer Funicular, the steepest of its kind Grimsel Hospiz 1980 m able on alpine routes and may include in Europe. One of the highest and most spectacular suspension bridges Historic Alpine Hotel U Lauteraar Hut simple climbing sections. Exposed terrain, awaits your visit close to the Trift Glacier. Six days will go by until you Like a castle, This is where the Grimselwelt n 2393 m t e 2h precarious grassy acclivities, jagged rocks, reach your final destination, the Engstlenalp. can be found r a a Sidelhorn Gondola r G 2h névé and free of snow glacier passages are towering high above l a c i e r Lake Grimsel to be expected. Structural precautions are 3h 45’ Grimselpass limited to exposed passages with a high Lake Grimsel 50’ 2165 m Aar Bivouac 1h Gletsch risk of falling. 2731 m 1.5h he Hotel Grimsel Hospiz sits enthroned on a rocky promontory on the 05 km 50’ Triebtenseewli Sidelhorn Tverge of the Grimsel reservoir. A symbol of hydroelectricity. To this Bäregg Hut 2765 m day, it is considered to be one of the most comfortable 1.5h 2415 m River safety 2.5h alpine guest houses. The rugged granite façade with its Lake Oberaar Grimselwelt red shutters hides a cosy interior leaving nothing to be 2338 m Oberaar Nature Reserve desired. Enjoy the view over the scenic landscape from 4h Restaurant and Mountain Lodge e r UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE our terrace, it is simply breathtaking. 4274 m a c i Water level in rivers may rise rapidly with- G l g e -Aletsch 3629 m a r R i d out warning due to heavy rainfall or power e r a A a r Opening hours Hotel Grimsel Hospiz Due to construction works, the O b plant operations. Please be extra careful Oberaarjoch Hut Hotel will remain closed during summer 2019 3256 m when staying at or close to rivers and Opening hours Spitallamm-Bistro During the summer months 2019, lakes. Pay attention to the warning signs More detailed information about hiking possibilities in the Grimselwelt we will be happy to welcome our guests at our bistro next to the Grimsel Nufenen/Brig/Lausanne Grimsel Adventure english DIE GRIMSELWELT IST EIN ENGAGEMENT DER KWO, AG along the rivers. can be found on www.grimselwelt.ch/en/excursion-tips Hospiz (accessible via Sidelhorn Gondola). Alpine winter wonderland Culture at Grimsel Hospiz o hibernation at Grimsel Hospiz! The turbines and pumps in the sub- Nterranean power plants are going full speed. So does the Historic Alpine Hotel Grimsel Hospiz, where life is buzzing on 2000 m a.s.l. Deep within the snow-covered landscape, events like «Culture at Grimsel Hos- piz», wine tasting in our rock cellar, as well as «Wine&Dine» take place in a cosy atmosphere.

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Adventurous journey to winter wonderland Handeck – Hotel and Nature Resort Take a breather A picture-perfect Tours for Groups s not a secret: There is no place in this world, where the silence is as A powerful day perfect, peace as extensive and relaxation as lasting as in the moun- Nature Resort I he Grimselwelt is a world of hydropower, waterfalls, alpine lakes and tains. With its thick brick walls, the Grimsel Hospiz offers ideal settings to he 3*** superior hotel can be found on Alp Handeck, at the foot of reservoir dams. This area is considered to be ’s water cas- slowing down life’s pace, no matter what season. Let your eyes sweep Gelmer Funicular T Tthe Grimsel mountain pass. The herdsmen could never have imagined tle, and the water in the reservoirs can be transformed into pure energy. over the pristine nature. Enjoy the splendid starry sky; no other source of how comfortable life can be on «their alp». Today’s hotel offers newly Experience this area and it will provide you with a better understanding light will illuminate the pitch-black night. The Grimsel Hospiz is a silent designed, modern-alpine furnished rooms in three different houses. Adult A vertical experience for hydroelectricity. How is electricity generated? Find oasis, in summer, but as well in winter, when the cosy fireplace helps to guests can find ease and relaxation in our oasis of well-being, while our out on a guided tour in the Grimsel 2 power plant. enjoy the rough alpine climate. Let the day fade with a festive dinner and younger guests can seek adventures on the extensive playground. The al- f you are looking for an adrenaline rush, this is exactly where you should Explore the crystal cavern on your way to the power an enchanting glass of wine. pine cheese diary and the Gelmer Funicular are just a stone’s throw away Ibe. With an inclination of up to 106%, it is the steepest, roofless funicu- plant or feel completely electrified during a ride on the from the Hotel, which is the ideal place to stay if you want to explore na- lar in Europe. Originally built to transport the heavy construction materials thrilling Gelmer Funicular. Open Christmas until Silvester, January until early April Wednesday to ture and local culture. Yo