306 Rinderberg - Hornberg - Horneggli
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Intermediate
2h
5858m
One way
+79m
-311m
Description
This easy high-altitude hike impresses with a magnificent Alpine panorama and is also suitable for families and seniors. Along the entire route, ...
The ascent to Rinderberg (2004 m) is comfortably done by gondola from Zweisimmen. From the mountain station, a short ascent follows to the beautiful viewing platform on the summit of Rinderberg (2079 m), and from there further to the Parwenge saddle.
The mountain trail mostly runs as a wider and non-exposed ridge path. A few spots are a bit narrower and require surefootedness.
On the further way to Hornberg (1811 m) wonderful views of the Bernese Alpine panorama open up. The well-developed path leads to the mountain station Horneggli (1770 m), from where you can take the chairlift to Schönried. On foot, you can also hike from Horneggli into the valley to Saanenmöser or Schönried.
The hike can also be done from Horneggli to Rinderberg.
Transport
The Gstaad holiday region is located in the southwest of Switzerland directly on the border to the French-speaking part of the country. The region is conveniently accessible by train or car from the Thun Lake area, the Geneva Lake area, and the Gruyère region. Direct connections to the European high-speed rail network and all international airports in Switzerland guarantee a time-saving and pleasant arrival.
On the page [Arrival and Public Transport](https://www.gstaad.ch/en/summer/plan-book/getting-there-around) on gstaad.ch you will find detailed arrival information.