--- title: "Wasserngrat - Leiterli, towards the snowfields" url: "https://www.brienzersee.ch/en/experiences/tour/wasserngrat-leiterli-towards-the-snowfields" description: "With the Wasserngratbahn, we reach the mountain station at Dürrischilt on the Wasserngrat. Through dense alder bushes, over grassy slopes and rocky bands, the ascent leads to the distinctive ridge. The path is narrow but secured with ropes at exposed sections. It leads around rock towers, along steep cliff faces, and finally directly over the ridge to the resting bench on the Wandeliflue, the highest point of the hike. Magnificent panoramic views over the Saanenland to the Gastlosen and deep views into the Lauenen or Turnelstal. To the south, the peaks and glaciers of the Wildhorn and Diablerets groups line up. After descending to the shelter at Brüeschegrat, the difficult sections are overcome. From Turnelssattel – named Baumersberg on the national map – (to Bachberg–Scheidbach–Gstaad 2h20; to Lauenen 1h30) a unique high-altitude hike like no other. First, one crosses the Wildheu and chamois pastures on Lauenehore. At the Türli, various descent options are offered again (to Turbach–Gstaad 3h, to Lauenen 1h30). Below the summit of the Tube, the path leads over to the Trütlisbergpass and further southwards. The path soon passes through a unique crater landscape. Dozens of partially impressively large sinkholes have formed here over time in the Gryden – an extensive gypsum region. Before the highest point at the Stübleni, the path goes through its northern flank to the Gryde signpost and then along a flat path to the Leiterli mountain station on Betelberg. Along the way, one enjoys magnificent views of the Wildstrubel and the peaks on the left and right of the Rawil Pass." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://img.oastatic.com/img2/56902492/max/variant.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > www.brienzersee.ch > Experiences > Tour" --- GPX Share Wasserngrat - Leiterli, towards the snowfields ============================================== - 10.87 km long - Difficulty: medium - Condition: easy - Hiking Trail - 4:00 h - 10.87 km - 426 m - 410 m - 1,938 m - 2,202 m - 264 m - - Start: Gstaad/Wasserngrat - Destination: Lenk/Betelberg **Extremely rewarding but very demanding high-altitude hike that offers a lot both scenically and botanically. The centerpiece is the Wasserngrat, a fairly narrow and exposed ridge running north-south. Although the exposed sections of the path are secured with ropes, this route is only suitable for sure-footed and fearless hikers. In wet weather, fog, or snowfall, the hike should be avoided. Outside the settlement area, it is entirely a natural path. Note: Consider the timetable of the Wasserngratbahn and Bettelbergbahn and plan enough hiking time!** With the Wasserngratbahn, we reach the mountain station at Dürrischilt on the Wasserngrat. Through dense alder bushes, over grassy slopes and rocky bands, the ascent leads to the distinctive ridge. The path is narrow but secured with ropes at exposed sections. It leads around rock towers, along steep cliff faces, and finally directly over the ridge to the resting bench on the Wandeliflue, the highest point of the hike. Magnificent panoramic views over the Saanenland to the Gastlosen and deep views into the Lauenen or Turnelstal. To the south, the peaks and glaciers of the Wildhorn and Diablerets groups line up. After descending to the shelter at Brüeschegrat, the difficult sections are overcome. From Turnelssattel – named Baumersberg on the national map – (to Bachberg–Scheidbach–Gstaad 2h20; to Lauenen 1h30) a unique high-altitude hike like no other. First, one crosses the Wildheu and chamois pastures on Lauenehore. At the Türli, various descent options are offered again (to Turbach–Gstaad 3h, to Lauenen 1h30). Below the summit of the Tube, the path leads over to the Trütlisbergpass and further southwards. The path soon passes through a unique crater landscape. Dozens of partially impressively large sinkholes have formed here over time in the Gryden – an extensive gypsum region. Before the highest point at the Stübleni, the path goes through its northern flank to the Gryde signpost and then along a flat path to the Leiterli mountain station on Betelberg. Along the way, one enjoys magnificent views of the Wildstrubel and the peaks on the left and right of the Rawil Pass. Read more Berner Wanderwege Good to know ------------ Pavements Path (89%) Trail (11%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Wasserngrat - Turnelssattel - Türli - Trütlisbergpass - Betelberg/Leiterli (Lenk) Read more Equipment We recommend the following equipment: sturdy hiking boots, medium-sized backpack with hip belt, sun protection, rainwear, hiking poles, first aid kit, picnic, sufficient liquids, mobile phone. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Public transportation****Outbound journey:** By train to Zweisimmen and further to Gstaad, then by bus to Gstaad, Wasserngratbahn and further by chairlift to Wasserngrat **Return journey:** By gondola from Betelberg, from Lenk by train Read more Additional information Association of Bernese Hiking Trails, Bern, Tel.: 031 340 01 01, Email: info@beww.ch, Homepage: www.bernerwanderwege.ch Read more Literature Hiking suggestion from the hiking book Panoramawanderungen Read more License (master data) Safety guidelines This route runs entirely or partly on mountain hiking paths. Attention! The path through the Stübleni (dolines) can cause problems for persons who are not fearless. On both sides of the narrow path, the sinkholes drop up to 10 meters deep! Read more Map swisstopo hiking map 1:50,000 263T Wildstrubel Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Tours 10.90 km - Hiking Trail 14.20 km - Hiking Trail 6.28 km - Hiking Trail **outdooractive** Contact 3780 Saanen Download GPX file - - - -