Before you go
Pair it with Grimsel and Susten for the classic Swiss three-pass loop.
Which way round
Either way; the western side with the Hotel Belvédère hairpins is the famous bit.
When it’s open
Usually open Jun to Oct. Opening depends on the snow, so check the status before you go.
The route
- Realp
- summit
- Gletsch
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