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Rubigen Griesalp Gasterntal Interlaken
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RouteXpert Aendu Lenz
Last edit: 04-06-2025
Route Summary
A brilliant and leisurely motorcycle route (cars are also possible) that mostly follows quiet roads. You'll be amazed at the enchanting, beautiful natural surroundings you'll encounter. To get there, you'll travel a road you've probably never seen before: impressive, imposing...
This road requires extensive maintenance, so a toll (parking fee for at least 24 hours) must be paid. Before that, however, we'll tackle what is (probably) the steepest road used by a postal bus in Europe.

--good quality roads with some curves.
--You drive through beautiful countryside.
--Scenically interesting
--Fantastic views: waterfalls, mountain road in/on the rock
--Vehicle/Rider: Motorcycle, the demands on the rider are low. (Except for the climb to Griessalp (28% gradient), which is very demanding.)
Roads: all asphalted, except from Kandersteg onwards, where the driving is slow and does not place any special demands on the driver.
In addition to Griesalp and Gasterntal, you can also visit Blausee. You could also visit Oeschinensee near Kandersteg, but this would take quite a bit of time and won't be possible on this day's hike.
This route receives 4 stars due to the impressive impressions, views and good roads.
ATTENTION: Gasterntal access road open only in summer. Vehicle restrictions: Height: 2.2 meters
Width: 2 meters Please consult the website.

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159.55 km
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A very interesting motorcycle tour with a leisurely ride. You'll experience fantastic views of nature, mountains, waterfalls, mountain rivers, and extraordinary roads.
ATTENTION: The Gasterntal / Griesalp access road is only open in summer. Gasterntal: Vehicle restrictions apply. Please consult the website.

The route begins in Rubigen. I chose Rubigen for the following reasons: it's very close to Bern, so it's very quick to get there. In this case, the motorway is the best option. There's a gas station with a small shop where you can also buy a coffee or use the restroom.
With a full tank, we now leave Rubigen and drive mostly on side roads towards Kandertal.

First, we head toward Belp, then turn left and drive over the winding Belpberg. Then, we continue toward Gerzensee, where there's a castle hotel. We continue in a somewhat zigzag fashion toward Wimmis. Before we reach Griesalp, we take a short detour. This takes us via Aeschi near Spiez and then down to Mülenen.

We briefly ride along the main road. Entering Reichenbach, we leave the main road and turn left into the Kiental valley. We enjoy a few curves and climb slightly. As we continue our ride, we enjoy the views of the surrounding countryside. We now reach Tschingelsee. From here, the final ascent to Griesalp begins.
CAUTION: This is where the steep (28% gradient) mountain road begins, which is only suitable for experienced motorcyclists (or car drivers). Please note the bus schedule so you don't have to cross paths with it. (At Griesalp, we'll treat ourselves to a coffee and take a short break.) An excellent hiking area.
Unfortunately, this is a dead end, so we drive back to Reichenbach. We enjoy the beautiful area once more.

GRIESALP:
Griesalp is a wonderful hiking destination. There is also a nature trail. (Translations into English or French are available for purchase.) Several hotels and other overnight accommodations are available. In winter, the road is only open to private traffic as far as Tschingel. Further information can be found on the website.
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Once we reach Reichenbach, we turn left and take the main road towards Kandersteg. Kandersteg also houses the car loading station (car train) that travels to Valais.
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Not part of this route, but here's a tip for motorcyclists: To load, drive to the very front of the train, right up to the traffic light. This is perfectly legal. Motorcycles must board the train first. You can also get this information at the ticket counter. Pay attention to the staff's instructions.
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After Mittelholz, we enjoy the climb with its curves. We now head directly to Kandersteg and head towards the "Sunnbüel" cable car. Here you can also pick up the parking/road permit for the Gasterntal Valley. Continue a little further, and on the left you'll find the payment point (ticket machine). Another payment option is the "paybephone" app (preferred, as it allows advance payment and payment by credit card).

From here on the road is no longer asphalted.
When the time has come to ride uphill, we take our time and don't set off first. This gives us the opportunity to stop briefly on the road and take photos. If there is another vehicle behind us, we apologize with a wave of the hand and quickly take our photos. This brief stop will certainly be tolerated, and the people following behind may also take photos because the road is so impressive. There is no parking space to take photos. The alternating section of the route is about 1 km long. We now reach a plateau, where we enjoy the view. Further on we can also see a waterfall, a wide riverbed, and mountains. An excellent hiking area. We can have lunch at the end of the road or at another restaurant.
Enjoy the tranquility and natural surroundings. There are also several options for overnight accommodation.

GASTERN VALLEY:
The road into the Gasterntal Valley was built around 1925. This valley is unspoiled and a true hiker's paradise. There are several restaurants and overnight accommodations. Camping is prohibited. Please consult the website for prices and access road opening times. The access road is open from approximately May 15 to November 15, depending on the season and weather.
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After tearing ourselves away from the beautiful surroundings, we plan our descent, keeping in mind the travel times of the valley runs.

When a car train from Valais arrives in Kandersteg, there may be increased traffic for a limited period.
On the way (approx. 8 kilometers after Kandersteg) there is the possibility to visit the Blausee.

BLUE LAKE:
Blausee, the most beautiful mountain lake in Switzerland. Just a 200-meter walk takes you to the lake with its crystal-clear water. The natural surroundings are reminiscent of a fairytale landscape. In summer, you can glide across the water in a rowboat and see rocks and tree trunks at depths of up to 12 meters, seemingly within reach. A bistro with snacks and drinks is located by the lake. There are also barbecue areas. For admission prices and opening hours, please consult the website. There is also a hotel and spa.
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We now return to Mülenen on the main road, where we turn right and drive up to Aeschi, then to Lake Thun and on towards Interlaken. Interlaken is also the end point of this route.

I chose this end point for the following reasons: A gas station with a shop, you're almost in the center of Interlaken. Interlaken is also worth a visit. If you want to head back toward Bern, head toward Unterseen along the right shore of Lake Thun to Thun and Bern. It's also the ideal starting point for driving toward Brienz and from there continuing over the Brünig Pass, or directly toward the major passes: Suten, Grimsel, Furka...

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The 24 Most Beautiful Alpine Routes
The Alps, The Alps are a mountain range in Europe, stretching from the French Mediterranean coast in the southwest to the Pannonian Plain in the east. The area of the mountain range is more than 200,000 km².

In other words Passes and Mountain Roads!

Driving through the mountains is great! Especially over the mountain passes with hairpin bends and narrow winding roads. Every bend a different view where you can enjoy. There are many beautiful mountain passes in the Alps.

A selection that has also been incorporated into these routes:
The Stlevio Pass:
The Stelvio Pass, also known as Passo dello Stelvio, is mainly known for the stage in the Giro d'Italia. Due to the length and the difference in height, this pass is seen as one of the toughest tests in cycling. The Stelvio Pass reaches a maximum height of 2758 meters and is therefore one of the highest in the Alps. The pass connects the towns of Bormio and Prato Allo Stelvio. In winter the pass is closed due to heavy snowfall.

The Reschenpass:
The Reschenpass, also known as Passo di Resia, connects the Austrian state of Tyrol with the Italian province of South Tyrol. The pass reaches a maximum height of 1,504 meters and has been one of the most important north-south connections in the Alps in recent centuries. The pass was used long before Roman times. Along the way you will pass several highlights and historical relics. One of the highlights is the Reschensee. This lake was created after the construction of the dam and has completely submerged the village of Graun. The only thing that reminds of that is the clock tower in the middle of the lake.

Col du Galibier:
The French mountain pass Col du Galibier connects the towns of Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne and Briançon via the Col du Lautaret in the south and the Col du Télégraphe in the north. The mountain pass is part of the Tour de France and very much feared, due to the fact that it can only be reached via the other two mountain passes. The pass reaches a maximum height of 2646 meters. From there you can take a walk to the viewpoint at 2704 meters. You can admire the peaks of the Grand Galibier, Mont Blanc and La Meije here.

The Grossglockner High Alpine Road:
With a height of 3798 meters the Grossglockner is the highest mountain in Austria. To fully enjoy this impressive mountain, you can drive over the Grossglockner High Alpine Road and the accompanying pass. The route starts from Bruck am Grossglockner and ends in Heiligenblut. Of course you can drive in two directions. The pass reaches a maximum height of 2504 meters and is closed in winter due to heavy snowfall. Along the way you pass several stops with fun activities, information points, mountain huts and viewpoints. A visit to the Kaiser-Franz-Josefs-Höhe and Pasterzen Glacier is highly recommended.

The Col d'Izoard:
Just like the Col du Galibier, the Col d'Izoard is also part of a stage of the Tour de France. The mountain pass connects Briançon with the valley of the river Guil. The pass is partly located in the Regional Natural Park du Queyras and reaches a maximum height of 2360 meters. What is special about the Col d'Izoard is the barren and rocky landscape. Sometimes it feels like driving a car over the moon! Along the way you can stop at several points to enjoy the beautiful view.

The Bernina Pass:
The Bernina Express is one of the most famous rail trains in Switzerland and the Alps. The route is beautiful and partly included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Parallel to the railway lies the Bernina pass, which connects the Veltlin valley with the Egandin valley. This beautiful Alpine road has a total length of 56 kilometers and reaches a maximum height of 2328 meters. Along the way you can enjoy views of the Morteratsch Glacier.

The Sella Pass:
The Sella Pass, also known as Passo di Sella, takes you over one of the most impressive mountain ranges in the Dolomites: the Sella massif. The pass connects Valle di Fassa with Val Gardena and reaches a maximum height of 2236 meters. At this height is also the border of the Italian provinces of Trentino and Bolzano. Along the way you can enjoy the view of this spectacular mountain world. Admire, for example, the three peaks of the Sasso Lungo massif, the Sella massif or the peaks of the Marmolada. You can also drive the Sella pass in combination with the Gardena pass, Pordoi pass and Campolongo pass.

The Grimsel Pass:
The Grimsel Pass connects Goms in Wallis with the Halis Valley in the Bernese Oberland. The pass reaches a maximum elevation of 2165 meters and is closed in winter due to snowfall. Over the centuries, the mountain pass has played an important role in trade between Switzerland and Italy. Now it is mainly the reservoirs that have an important function. These are used to generate electricity. The landscape you drive through is rugged, rocky and impressive. On top of the pass is a hotel and a restaurant with a special marmot park. The Dodensee (Totensee) is also located here. This lake owes its name to the many soldiers who died in the time of Napoleon.

The Gotthard Pass:
The Gotthard Pass, also known as Passo del San Gottardo and Saint Gotthard, connects the Swiss towns of Airolo and Andermatt. The mountain pass and associated tunnel are especially known among holidaymakers driving from Switzerland to Italy. But where the majority opt for the tunnel, it is precisely the pass that really completes the holiday. The Gotthard Pass has a length of about 26 kilometers and reaches a maximum height of 2106 meters. The route is beautiful and takes you along old villages and beautiful views.

The Silvretta High Alpine Road and Silvretta Pass:
The Paznaun Valley in Tyrol and the Montafon in Vorarlberg are connected by the Silvretta High Alpine Road. The route has a length of 22.3 kilometers and leads from Galtür to Partenen in 34 hairpin bends, via the 2032 meter high Bielerhöhe. The Silvrettasee is also located at this point, where you can enjoy a lovely walk. The pass is closed in winter due to snowfall.

The Simplon Pass:
Just like the Gotthard Pass, many holidaymakers also travel over the Simplon Pass every year. This mountain pass connects the Rhone Valley in the canton of Valais with the Valle d'Ossola in Piemonte. The pass is open all year round and reaches a maximum height of 2005 meters. Along the way you pass a number of buildings, including the well-known Simplon Hospiz from 1825. The hospiz is managed by the monks of St. Bernard. From the highest point on the pass, all kinds of hiking routes are possible and you will also come across a hotel where you can spend the night.

The Gerlos Pass:
The Gerlos Pass connects the Salzach Valley in the Salzburgerland with the Zillertal Valley in Tyrol. The pass is part of the Gerlos Alpenstraße and runs right through the Hohe Tauern National Park. Along the way you can enjoy beautiful views of the surroundings. The pass has a length of 12 kilometers and reaches a maximum height of 1531 meters. A ride over the Gerlos Pass can be ideally combined with a visit to the Krimmler Wasserfälle.

The Great St. Bernard Pass:
The Great St. Bernard Pass, better known as Col du Grand Saint Bernard, connects the Italian province of Valle d'Aosta with the Swiss canton of Valais. The pass is one of the highest in Switzerland and reaches a maximum height of 2469 meters. Like a number of other mountain passes in this list, the Great St. Bernard Pass has also been used as a connecting road for centuries. The pass is named after the St. Bernard dogs that used to help stranded travelers along with the monks. The pass is closed in winter.

The Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road:
The Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road connects the towns of Sölden in the Ötztal and Meran in South Tyrol. Tolls must be paid on the Hochgurgl - Moos route. Via a mountain road with about 60 hairpin bends you drive through a beautiful mountain world. With the Timmelsjoch Experience you can learn more about the history, the road and the environment via various stations. You can also visit the Top Mountain Crosspoint museum.

Col de l'Iseran:
With a maximum pass height of 2770 meters, the Col l'Iséran is one of the highest mountain passes in the Alps. The pass connects Bourg-Saint-Maurice with Bonneval-sur-Arc. Via a road full of hairpin bends you pass, among other things, Val-d'Isère and a side valley of the Maurienne that lies entirely in the National Park de la Vanoise. You can spot animals such as marmots and chamois and there is also a restaurant with a chapel on top of the pass.

The Gavia Pass:
The Gavia Pass (Italian Passo di Gavia) is a mountain pass in the Italian Alps, in the Lombardy region.
It is one of the highest pass roads in Europe. The road leads through the unspoilt Stelvio National Park. The road was built in the First World War to supply Italian soldiers who fought in the Italian-Austrian border area. The pass height is one of the most beautiful in the Alps. Here is the large Lago Bianco with, to the north, the mountain San Matteo (3684 meters). Lago Nero is slightly lower on the south side of the pass. Here the mountain group of the Adamello determines the view. There are many well-marked walks in the area. During the winter the pass is closed due to the heavy snowfall. The pass is often closed until May and June due to the large amount of snow.


Promoter has made a selection of the 24 Most Beautiful Alpine routes that they have set out in recent years.

The routes go through:
France
Austria
Switzerland
Italy

The most beautiful roads, the most beautiful views, the most beautiful viewpoints. The highest mountains, the fastest descents, hairpin bend after hairpin bend, you name it you can't get enough of it.

If you go on holiday in this region, take advantage of it, ALL routes in this collection have been checked and made equal for TomTom, Garmin and MyRoute-app Navigation by a MyRoute-app RouteXpert.

Have fun with this collection and while driving one of these routes. Enjoy all the beauty that the Alps and the Dolomites have to offer. Click on “View route” to read the review of the chosen route.

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24 Routes
8059.29 km
171h 24m
11 day trip from the Netherlands
8 countries in 11 days; The Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France, Luxembourg and Belgium. This route collections consists of 10 routes that I have driven with friends in the summer of 2019.

The start is in Geldermalsen Netherlands, the first 7 days you drive through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France and a piece of Luxembourg with overnight stays in hotels.

The last three days you stay in Barweiler (D) in the Eifel and you drive two beautiful tours through the Eifel, Luxembourg and parts of the Belgian Ardennes.

There is no highway in the routes, only beautiful provincial and country roads, many beautiful passes with beautiful panoramas.

Be sure to check whether the passes are open before you leave.

These are routes for experienced drivers.

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63h 56m
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