Rüwlispass Trail: St. Stephan - Rüwlispass - Turbach

The Destination Gstaad is located in the south-west of Switzerland right on the border to the French-speaking part of the country. The Destination is easily accessed by rail or car from the regions around Lake Thun and Lake Geneva and the Gruyere region Direct connections to the European high-speed rail network and all international airports in Switzerland guarantee a time-saving and pleasant journey.

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Outward journey: by train via Zweisimmen to St. Stephan station

Return journey: by bus from Turbach to Gstaad train station.

Or the other way round, if the route is started in Turbach.

Parking School St. Stephan

Parking at Rotengraben (start of the trail) or in Turbach village (1st section winter hiking trail, then snowshoe trail).

St. Stephan - Vorderi Bire - Underem Mulcheweg - Rüwlispass - Turbach

The route of this snowshoe trail is neither signalled nor specially prepared.

Plan every snowshoe tour carefully and adapt to participants’ fitness level as well as the weather and season.

Weather conditions can change quickly in the mountains. Appropriate clothing is therefore essential, along with adequate supplies of food and water. In uncertain weather, turn back in good time.

Inform others of planned route, and whenever possible avoid going alone.

Please be considerate to other walkers and to plants and animals.

We recommend the following equipment: snowshoes, sturdy and waterproof mountain boots, light to medium backpack, protection against the cold, sun protection, hiking sticks, pocket pharmacy, snacks, tea in a thermos bottle, mobile phone.

Not obligatory but recommended: Avalanche transceiver (LVS)

Take into account the timetable for the train Gstaad – St. Stephan and the bus line Gstaad Dorf – Turbach Rotengraben.