Susten Pass, Central Alps

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Susten Pass

Wide sightlines and well-surfaced bends between Innertkirchen and Wassen.
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Length28 miles45 km
Driving timeAbout 1 hr 10 minwithout stops
OpenJun to Octusually
RoadWidemoderate
Low carsGood
MotorcyclesGreat

Before you go

Probably the best-surfaced of the Swiss big three.

Which way round

Either way; the Innertkirchen side has the best-sighted bends.

When it’s open

Usually open Jun to Oct. Opening depends on the snow, so check the status before you go.

The route

  1. Innertkirchen
  2. summit
  3. Wassen

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