Hike'n'Rail Sunnbüel–Gemmi

You can benefit from the discount with any ticket, for example an ordinary public transport ticket, Day Pass, supersaver ticket, as well as a Regional Travelcard, Half Fare Travelcard Card or GA Travelcard. 

June hit valid from: 1 to 30 June 2025

• Option 1: 50% reduction on the Kandersteg–Sunnbüel return journey
• Option 2: 50% reduction on single journeys between Kandersteg and Sunnbüel, and between the Gemmi Passa and Leukerbad

Offer valid from: 1 July to 31 August 2025

• Option 1: 20% reduction on the Kandersteg–Sunnbüel return journey
• Option 2: 20% reduction on single journeys between Kandersteg and Sunnbüel, and between the Gemmi Passa and Leukerbad

Offer valid from 1 to 30 September 2025 and 1 to 30 March 2026*

• Option 1: 30% reduction on the Kandersteg–Sunnbüel return journey
• Option 2: 30% reduction on single journeys between Kandersteg and Sunnbüel, and between the Gemmi Passa and Leukerbad
• Up to 50% discount on the journey to Kandersteg, Talstation Sunnbüel and back*. 

Offer valid from 1 October to 28 February 2026*

• Option 1: 30% reduction on the Kandersteg–Sunnbüel return journey
• Option 2: 30% reduction on single journeys between Kandersteg and Sunnbüel, and between the Gemmi Passa and Leukerbad
• 29.11.-14.12.2025 Operation only at weekends

 
* Please note: The number of discounted tickets for public transport is limited each month. Once 50% of the tickets have been used up, the discount is reduced to 30%. If 30% of the tickets have been used up, the price reduction is cancelled. The discounted public transport tickets are only available when booking online.

Please note the operating times of the cable cars.

6 July to 12 October 2025

The Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) presents the exhibition “Passage” along the Gemmi Pass. On the hiking trail from the Lämmerenhütte to the Sunnbüel mountain station, visitors encounter 13 site-specific artworks embedded in the stunning Alpine landscape.

The exhibition bridges alpine history, nature, and contemporary art, addressing the human–nature relationship in the context of the climate crisis. Curated by Beate Engel and Peter Erismann.

The roughly three-hour hike leads past artworks that inspire wonder, reflection, and a multi-sensory experience. A detour to the Lämmerenhütte SAC enhances the cultural journey.

Gemmipass hike from Sunnbüel to Leukerbad (classic route)

This hike with a unique panorama starts at Sunnbüel, which can be easily reached by bus from Kandersteg. The historically significant Gemmipass hike leads across Spittelmatte to Schwarenbach, then continues to Daubensee, and finally reaches the Gemmipass summit. You can comfortably descend into the valley to Leukerbad with the Gemmi cable car. From there, a post bus will take you to Leuk, and you can then return to Bern or Brig by train. The route can also be walked in the opposite direction.

Gemmi Pass hike Sunnbüel-Leukerbad (alternative route) 

If you prefer a more challenging hike, we recommend the alternative route from Sunnbüel to Gemmi. On the alternative Gemmipass route, follow the path above the Spittelmatte through the Arvelwald forest. Shortly after Schwarenbach, the path leads up to the right in the direction of Rote Chumme. Soon after, the hiking trail is located above the valley. Now follows the descent down to Lake Dauben. The path along the lake is beautiful and makes you feel like you're in the south of France. At the end of the lake, you pass the valley station of the Daubensee cable car and then climb up to the Gemmipass. The route can also be travelled in the opposite direction. 

From the top station of the Sunnbüel cable car you can go on various hikes and walks. 

Some suggestions:

• Arvenseeli:
  Walk to the three deep blue lakes of meltwater. The lakes owe their name to the surrounding Swiss stone pine trees. Depending on the amount of snow, they carry water for a shorter or longer period in spring and early summer. In midsummer, the Arvenseeli are dry. There are benches and a well-equipped fire pit with firewood at the far end of the lake. Duration of circular hike: approx. 2 hours
  
  Hiking map and elevation profile 
   

• Sunnbüel-Üschenengrat circular tour:
  Exceptionally beautiful high-altitude hike with breathtaking views of the Üschenetal valley, over the Spittelmatte and across the Daubensee lake towards Valais. This trail is a real insider tip for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts. The route starts at the mountain station of the Kandersteg-Sunnbüel cable car. Duration: 4 hours. 30 min
  
  Hiking map and elevation profile 
   

• Gurnigel:
  Descent past the Schwarzbach gorge into the wild and romantic Gasterntal valley and past the falls of the Kander-Klus to the valley station of the Sunnbüel aerial cableway. Duration: approx. 2 hours
  
  Hiking map and elevation profile

Winter operation

• Kandersteg-Sunnbüel aerial cableway
  21 December 2024 to 13 April 2025, 09.00-17.00 hours

• Gemmibahn aerial cableway 
  21 December 2024 to 13 April 2025, 09.00-17.00 hours

Summer operation

• Kandersteg-Sunnbüel aerial cableway
  29 May to 27 June 2025, 09.00-17.00 hours
  28 June to 10 August 2025, 08.00-18.00 hours
  11 August to 14 September 2025, 08.30-17.30 hours
  15 September to 26 October 2025, 09.00-17.00 hours

• Gemmibahn cable car 
  29 May to 27 June 2025, 08.30-17.00 hours
  28 June to 07 September 2025, 08.00-18.00 hours
  08 September to 05 October 2025, 08.30-17.00 hours
  06 October to 09 November 2025, 09.00-17.00 hours  

The hike can be started in Kandersteg or Leukerbad. Both starting points can be easily reached by train and bus.