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The Top 20 Mountain Passes in Switzerland

Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Switzerland and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.

Last updated: October 13, 2025

Saxer Gap

Please do not encourage others to camp there too. It is forbidden and nature suffers as a result. There is rubbish from campers everywhere and there are plenty of other …

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Kleine Scheidegg

Fantastically located on the ridge between Grindelwald and Wengen. Starting point for the trip to the Jungfrau Joch - Top of Europ and very close to the start of the legendary Lauberhorn descent.

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Pass da Costainas

From the data purely, the Pass da Costainas is not a gigantic pass. The top of the pass is located at just 2,251 meters. But the backdrop is gigantic and …

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Lago Bianco

You just have to be up here and marvel at the view of the high, snow-capped mountains.

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Kunkelsstrasse

With e-support, the steep climb from Tamins is no problem at all. It is definitely better than having to brake all the way down... (the rear descent to Vättis is …

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Grosse Scheidegg

The Grosse Scheidegg offers a wonderful starting point. From here you can set off in three directions by bike or with your hiking boots.

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Eiger Trail

On the homepage of Jungfrau Railways, the opening of the path is visible. However, there are more spectacular trails in the area.

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Strelapass

The pass is a starting point for various downhill routes. The panoramic trail is very beautiful.

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Döss Radond Pass

The Döss Radond is located at an altitude of 2,234 metres. It is the highest point of Val Mora. Once here it is all downhill, whether you continue towards Switzerland …

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Umbrail Pass from Santa Maria in Val Müstair

Highly recommended – a great route and much less traffic than on the Stelvio Pass. If you set off early, you might have the road entirely to yourself and arrive …

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The Top 20 Mountain Passes in Switzerland

Saxer Gap

Kleine Scheidegg

Pass da Costainas

Lago Bianco

Kunkelsstrasse

Grosse Scheidegg

Eiger Trail

Strelapass

Döss Radond Pass

Umbrail Pass from Santa Maria in Val Müstair

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