Lötschenpass Hike

Activity overview
Take a memorable self-guided trip across the stunning Lötschenpass, an alpine crossing used as a trading route since Roman Times.
For this one day hike, take the bus from Kandersteg along the Gastern Valley, where the hike begins. The hike starts off steeply up the valley side, passing Gfellalp Hut and the Lötschen glacier: a spectacular introduction to glacier walking. From the Glacier, you continue further to the Lötschenpass (2’690 m). Soak up the view whilst enjoying your lunch, or even treat yourself to some well-earned cake at the Lötschenpass Hut! On a way back, you will then drop into the beautiful Lötschental Valley where you will catch a bus and a train to bring you back to Kandersteg.
Schedule
Time: 3 h 30 min from Selden to Lötschenpass Hut
This is only one of the recommended time suggestions. Times might change according to the weather and the group’s ability.
07:35 | Have the equipment ready, and prepare to leave |
07:55 | Catch an exciting bus ride to Selden |
08:15 | Start hiking up to the Lötchen glacier |
12:30 | Arrive at Lötschenpass Hut and eat lunch |
13:30 | Start hiking down the other side of the pass to Ferden |
17:42 | Take the bus to Goppenstein |
18:01 | Take the train from Goppenstein through Lötschberg tunnel |
18:12 | Arrive in Kandersteg train station and walk back to the Centre |
Pricing
If you wish to book suggested transport options, you will need to book them in advance as it is likely to become fully booked. The transport price is as follows:
Bus to Selden
- Price Adult: CHF 12.50
- Price Child: CHF 8.50
Bus & Train from Ferden to Kandersteg
- Price Adult: CHF 14.00
- Price Child: CHF 7.00
Guest Cancellation: the guest cancellation policy for the bus can be found here.
Equipment
- Rucksack - lightweight and water resistant
- Hiking boots with ankle support - trainers or shoes without ankle support are not acceptable
- Waterproof jacket waterproof trousers
- Water bottle (minimum 2 litres)
- Warm clothing (long trousers and fleece, no jeans)
- Sun protection (hat, suncream and sunglasses)
- Warm hat
- Gloves
- Special medication (asthma inhalers, etc.)
- Packed food
- Pocket money (optional)
- Hiking Map, Compass & Whistle
- Mobile Phone
Awards & Badges
By completing this activity, you can get closer to achieving the following Awards and Badges:
- Silver Wanderrucksack: Gastereholz
- Huttentest: Gfellalphütte and Lötschenpasshütte
Activity
Season
Summer (Jun, Jul, Aug)
Availability
01.07.2019 to 30.09.2019
Guidance
Self-guided
Location
Kandersteg surroundings
Duration
1 day
Difficulty
Price adult
Free
Price child
Free
Programme theme
High Adventure
Category
Hiking
Suitability
Explorers
Rovers
Group size
1 - 20
Minimum age limit
No age limit