Get access to see location
a rollercoaster to a gem
Category

Hike

Price

US$43

Est. Duration

2-3h

Message from
Belinda Philipp

This is such a lovely spot in summer, especially the train is already an adventure. How to get there: Parking spot at Handegg, Gelmerbahn. From here you can take the Gelmer train up to Lake Gelmer. On top you start the hike on the left side around the lake. It takes around 2 hours and 5km. Its a flat hike mostly but the path can be very narrow and slippery. Bring your own food, there is nothing on top where you can buy something. Price: It costs 36chf and there is no reduction fare. Tip: The tickets for the ride are booked out fast. Make sure to book it online before. Also the train is nothing for people who are afraid of heights. The train is looking like a rollercoaster but it goes very slow. Still it goes steep down on the side. Tip 2: Next to the Gelmerbahn is an amazing suspension bridge, the Handeggfall bridge. I made a post only for that :)

Want to see more?

I have created an interactive travel guide to help people travel like me. Used for 20+ trips

Nearby local secrets
Recommended byBelinda Philipp
Oeschinen Lake
Hike
Hike
Oeschinen Lake
A true blue gem
Limmernsee
Hike
Hike
Limmernsee
only for experienced hikers
Brunngasse
Sightseeing
Sightseeing
Brunngasse
The cutest street of Switzerland
Niederbauen-Chulm
Hike
Hike
Niederbauen-Chulm
An affordable alternative
Rotenboden-Riffelberg
Hike
Hike
Rotenboden-Riffelberg
A winter hike that offers best views
Lai da Palpuogna
Activity
Activity
Lai da Palpuogna
The jewel of Engadin

Creators are the next-gen travel advisors and operators

Planning your trip through social media? Now, easily access travel advice and tours created by the world’s best travel content creators