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Gelmersee is located in the Bernese Oberland Region of Switzerland, near Handegg. Gelmersee is a hydroelectric reservoir and one of the best hiking trails in the Swiss Alps. The beautiful alpine lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and wildflowers.
Travel Information
Hike Distance: 4.5 km
Duration: 2-3 hours
Hike Difficulty: Moderate
Ascent: ↑ 170 m**
Descent:** ↓ 170 m
Funicular
The Gelmerbahn funicular railway operates from 1 June to 20 October 2024. Gelmerbahn runs every 24 minutes.
- The opening hours are from 9 AM to 4 PM in June, September, and October (last ascent 15:48, last descent 16:00).
- It operates from 9 AM to 5 PM in July and August (last ascent 16:36, last descent 16:48).
Cost
The Gelmerbahn ticket costs 36 CHF (41 USD) return and 18 CHF (20.5 USD) one-way for adults
IMPORTANT
Make sure you book your tickets online in advance as tickets sell out quickly
Transport
Take a bus from Meiringen to Gelmerbahn.