©  (c) Marianne Tschanz-Rieder / Lenk-Simmental Tourismus AG
©  (c) Lenk-Simmental Tourismus / Lenk-Simmental Tourismus AG
©  (c) Marianne Tschanz-Rieder / Lenk-Simmental Tourismus AG
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©  (c) Peter-Lukas Meier / Tourenplaner SCHWEIZ
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Leiterli - Tungelpass - Iffigsee - Iffigenalp

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  • Difficulty moderate
  • Duration 4:35 h
  • Distance 13,3 km
  • 531 m
  • 946 m

First, we take the Betelberg gondola lift up 850 meters to 1946 m above sea level. The Leiterli is the starting point for various hikes. On the first section, the hiking trail leads us towards the unique Gryden and then continues almost at altitude to the Tungelpass. Here we move through farmed alpine pastures and you may come across a few cows along the way. From the Tungelpass, the trail climbs steeply up through stony terrain via the most difficult passage, the Hengstensprung. A short section here is secured with a fixed rope. This section is recommended for experienced hikers. On the other side of the Hengstensprung, the descent to Iffigsee is gentler and greener again.

Once you reach the Iffigsee, there are many beautiful places to linger by the mountain lake and in the Gelten-Iffigen nature reserve. The route continues downhill to Groppi. With the rocky flanks of the Mittaghorn to your right and the Hohberg to your left, you hike the last section through the Iffigtal valley back to Iffigenalp. There, the Berghaus Iffigenalp is an excellent place for a snack.

Afterwards, take the bus or walk back to the village of Lenk.

Please note the operating times of the Betelberg gondola lift and the Iffigenalp - Lenk bus timetable: SBB

  • Approach

    By car via Zweisimmen to Lenk. Keep right at the traffic circle in the center of Lenk and drive to the valley station of the Betelberg gondola lift.

  • Accessible by train and bus. Timetable: SBB

    Outward journey: By train via Zweisimmen to Lenk. On foot (10 min.) or by local bus to the Betelberg cable car valley station.

    Return journey: By train from Lenk.

  • Plenty of free parking spaces at the valley station of the Gonbelbahn Betelberg.