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The Hohtürli Pass lies at almost 2,800 meters between the Kiental and Kandertal valleys in the Bernese Oberland. The ascent leads across steep slopes, scree fields, and patches of snow – a climb that demands stamina and sure footing. From Griesalp, the path winds its way up in numerous switchbacks until the view opens up at the top: far below, the valleys; above, the peaks of the Blüemlisalp group. A little above the pass stands the Blüemlisalp Hut, a popular starting point for mountain tours.

The Chindbetti Pass (2,627 m above sea level) is an alpine pass between Engstligenalp (Adelboden) and Kandersteg. Profile: ⛰ Location: Connects the Engstligental and Gasterntal valleys 🚶‍♂️ Difficulty level: Mountain hike T3 – good fitness and surefootedness required 🕒 Time required: From Engstligenalp, approx. 2–2.5 hours From Sunnbüel/Kandersteg via Gasterntal, approx. 3.5–4 hours 🔭 View: Views of Wildstrubel, Tschingellochtighorn, Balmhorn, and the Gasterntal valley 🌸 Best time: July–October (often snowfields in the past) 📌 Special features: Part of the Via Alpina – perfect for combining with a ridge hike or the ascent of the Tschingellochtighorn

Prepare your legs, be careful, some steps are broken

It's always nice to cross passes that offer new vistas and allow you to step from one world into another. The Leitere Pass is one of those. Coming from Stockhort, you've got the last few meters of the tour to Gurnigel ahead of you, and you can perhaps look forward to a glass of milk or a cheese at Nünenealp. Or you're on your way toward Stockhorn and see the varied trail via Hohmad, Chatz & Mus, and Walalp for the first time. Yes, it is a beautiful place.

4th of June update: the route is covered in about 2 meters of unsteady snow. Trail signage not visible, steps covered in snow not visible. Crevasses around boulders and melting water flowing underneath the snow sheet (especially dangerous on the Griesalp side of the pass). Very dangerous conditions even in good weather. Expert hike with mountaineering equipment (crampons and ice axe are a must!), shouldn't be hiked solo. Have fun!

From here, numerous worthwhile paths lead off... the further climb up to the Gantrisch summit is very worthwhile

At the Morgeten Pass there are numerous places to sit next to the kiosk... there you can stock up on local specialties produced by the nearby Alp... the cheese is worth it

The crossing between two valleys is always something special.