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Mountain Passes in Switzerland

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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.

The top 20 mountain passes in Switzerland

    1

    Saxerlücke

    Hiking Highlight

    A really gigantic place! The ascent is comparatively less demanding and can sometimes even be completed by train. Camping is tolerated, but there is very little space for tents.
    Of course, especially recommended for sunrise or sunset!
    binmalkuerzweg.com/saxer-luecke-fotos-und-wandern

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    Tip by BinMalKürzWeg | Stefan

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    Berninapass und Lago Bianco

    Mountain Biking Highlight

    The Bernina Pass connects the Engadine in the north with the Puschlav and the Italian Veltlin in the south. To the left past Lago Bianco, head towards Valposchiavo.

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    Tip by Martin Donat

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    6

    Strelapass

    Mountain Biking Highlight

    After a very steep climb, a bank invites you to take a short break and enjoy the magnificent panorama.

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    15

    Fimberpass

    Mountain Biking Highlight

    A very beautiful, if somewhat arduous transition from Austria to Switzerland is, for most mountain bikers at least by name known, Fimberpass.
    From Ischgl one cycles, past the Bodenalpe (bodenalpe.com/index.htm), …

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    Tip by Thorsten

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    16

    Klausenpass

    Road Cycling Highlight

    The Klausen Pass is a well-known pass that takes you up to 1948 meters. It was not until 1899 that the first road on the Klausenpass was completed and in …

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    Tip by Martin Donat

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    18

    Leuchtturm Oberalppass

    Hiking Highlight

    This lighthouse is a smaller replica of the lighthouse, which formerly stood at the mouth of the Rhine in Hoek van Holland.

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    Tip by Johanna

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    19

    Oberalppass

    Road Cycling Highlight

    The Oberalp pass connects the cantons of Uri and Grisons. The pass, which is located at 2,046 meters above sea level, has been accessible to vehicles since the mid-19th century.

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Last updated:
November 28, 2023

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