Glacier Valley Route: Via Alpina
A long day route of about 30.2 km through the Bernese Oberland, with the main interest in valley paths, lake approaches, climbs and glacier panoramas.
- Distance
- 30.2 km
- Time
- 13 h 14 min
- Elevation gain
- —
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Multi-day
- Category
- Hiking
Route at a glance
The route is a linear itinerary of about 30.2 km in the Bernese Oberland. The elevation range is roughly 599-1957 m. The main reference points are Interlaken, Grindelwald, Jungfrau, which help with orientation at the start, along the route and near the finish.
Keep a margin of daylight for the final part, especially if the route passes through forest, mountains or shore sections.
Route suitability
Without a car
Yes
With children
With caution
With a dog
With caution
By bike
No
With a stroller
No
Signal
Patchy
Information status
Page status
Проверенный маршрут
When checked
Not specified
How it was checked
По данным трека
Editorial review
Reviewed by editors
Getting there
Without a car
Use Swiss trains, buses, boats and mountain railways to the chosen valley or lake start.
By car
Drive to official village, station or cable car parking. Some valleys are easier by train.
Parking
Use paid parking at stations, cable cars, lake villages and official trailheads.
What to expect
Via Alpina
Interlaken
Grindelwald
Jungfrau
valley paths
Difficult sections and safety
Mountain weather can change quickly near Interlaken. Wet stones, snow patches and steep descents require a calm pace and footwear with good grip.
How much time to allow
Long day route
6-9 h
With transport and breaks
plan the whole day
Best time to go
The best window around Interlaken is usually late spring to early autumn
In the mountains, weather can change within an hour
In shoulder seasons, check snow, storms and local restrictions
What to bring
comfortable broken-in shoes
water and snacks
windbreaker or rain jacket
charged phone
offline map
small first-aid kit
Route markers
0
Elevation profile
There is no elevation data in the track for the chart.
Surface
Gravel 39% · Dirt 32% · Asphalt 25%
Surface is defined for 18.4 km of 30.2 km.
Gravel
39% · 7.18 km
Dirt
32% · 5.94 km
Asphalt
25% · 4.66 km
Dirt / grass
2% · 0.46 km
Improved surface
1% · 0.06 km
Artificial surface
1% · 0.05 km
Concrete
1% · 0.02 km
FAQ
Questions before the trip
Can I do this route without a car?
Use Swiss trains, buses, boats and mountain railways to the chosen valley or lake start
Is this route suitable for children?
Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.
Can I download GPX and KML?
Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 30.2 km, moderate.
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