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Central Alps Passes: Nufenen–Furka–Gotthard Pass Route
Central Alps Passes: Nufenen–Furka–Gotthard Pass Route
Airolo–Nufenen–Oberwald–Furka–Andermatt–Gotthard–Airolo
The Nufenen–Furka–Gotthard Route, departing from Airolo and leading over spectacular pass roads, introduces you to numerous magical sights at the heart of the Alp in just a day – and without having to change transport along the way.
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Commencing at the railway station of Airolo, the Nufenen–Furka–Gotthard Pass Route takes you on a 1-day round-trip over three of Switzerland’s most spectacular Alpine passes.
You have enough time on the Nufenen Pass to be able to truly enjoy the fantastic views (PostBus stop Nufenen Passhöhe). And the impressive Nufenen Pass mountain world entices you to stay a while as well (PosBus stop Nufenen Passhöhe). At a height of stunning 2478 meters above sea level, this is Switzerland’s highest travelled Alpine crossing. Make the most of the 45-minute stop in Gletsch with a bite to eat for lunch and exploration of the area – which has a lot more to offer besides the nostalgic Furka steam train.
The Furka Pass presents even more breathtaking sights, including the Gotthard Massif and the Urserental valley – and from here, the winding pass road leads past the Rhone Glacier and on to charming Valais.
You reach the Gotthard, also known as king of passes, via impressive pass roads with views of the old and historical pass road, which was already one of the most significant North-South connections as far back as the Roman era. (PostBus stop Gotthard Passhöhe). And the Devil’s Bridge, leading over the wild and rugged Schöllenen Gorge is naturally another highlight of this trip…and a valuable, living legend!
Mountain-pass journey fares
| Price | Fare |
|---|---|
| Adults (Half-Fare Card, Swiss Card), Children 6-16 years |
CHF 47.00 |
| Adults | CHF 94.00 |
| Surcharge for general rail pass, day pass, Swiss Pass |
CHF 15.00 |
A single CHF 15.00 Alpine Ticket is sufficient for the entire route. Passengers who wish to travel only certain legs of the route require an Alpine Ticket only for the respective journey legs they wish to travel.
More information concerning Alpine Tickets at: www.postbus.ch/alpine-ticketThe link will open in a new window
With the purchase of a day pass you will save twice! The trip to your starting point and the PostBus journey are included in the day pass. General rail pass, Swiss Pass and Family card are valid. The Alpine Ticket for this exclusive all-day experience is CHF 15.00. Junior Cards and Grandchild Cards are also valid; the Alpine Ticket surcharge does not apply for these two tickets.
Pricing example:
2nd class day pass CHF 68.00 plus Alpine Ticket CHF 15.00 = CHF 83.00
(Day passes can only be purchased with a valid Half-Fare Card)
Reservations
Seat reservation for each person recommended.
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For groups of 10 and more, seat reservations must be made by latest 16.00 on the day before. Tel. +41 (0)58 448 20 08.
Travel dates/Validity
Route not open all year
Travel-date details/validity: view timetable/timetable information
Timetable information
Timetable 12.682The link will open in a new window
Contact
Interlaken Office
PostBus Switzerland Ltd
Berne region
Interlaken Office
Aareckstrasse 6
P.O. Box 437
3800 Interlaken
| Tel.: | +41 (0)58 448 20 08 |
| Fax: | +41 (0)58 667 33 10 |
| E-mail: | interlaken@postbus.ch |
| Internet: | www.postbus.ch/bern |
Bicycle transport
Bicycle transport fixtures available in/on the vehicle
Special comments: Reservations are a must and can be made up until 16.00 the day before. Tel. +41 (0)58 448 20 08.
Further information: Bicycle transport
Wheelchair accessibilty
Wheelchair access to the postbus guaranteed
Special comments:
Not all journey legs wheelchair accessible. Hand-pushed wheelchairs only. Information available through Tel. +41 (0)58 448 20 08
SwitzerlandMobility
Discover the Nufenen–Furka–Gotthard Pass Route on foot
- on the Trans Swiss Trail:
leg 23 Andermatt–Gotthardpass www.wanderland.ch/en/etappe2.23The link will open in a new window
leg 24 Gotthard Pass - Airolo www.wanderland.ch/en/etappe2.24The link will open in a new window - on the Alpine Passes Path:
leg 8 Airolo – Cap. Corno–Gries www.wanderland.ch/en/etappe6.08The link will open in a new window
leg 9 Cap. Corn-Gries–Ulrichen www.wanderland.ch/en/etappe6.09The link will open in a new window - on the Furka-Höhenweg Path:
leg 1 Oberwald–Furka Pass www.wanderland.ch/en/etappe51.01The link will open in a new window
leg 2 Furka Pass–Andermatt www.wanderland.ch/en/etappe51.02The link will open in a new window
or by bike
- on the North-South Route:
leg 5 Andermatt – Airolo www.veloland.ch/en/etappe3.05The link will open in a new window - and on the Rhone Route:
leg 1 Andermatt – Oberwald www.veloland.ch/en/etappe1.01The link will open in a new window
or by mountain bike
- on the Gottardo Bike-Route:
leg 1 Andermatt–Airolo www.mountainbikeland.ch/en/etappe65.01The link will open in a new window
