W40 Sanetsch reservoir circular hike
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Intermediate
1h15min
4076m
Loop
+28m
-28m
Description
Hike in the diverse, extraordinary landscape around the Sanetsch reservoir. Especially in autumn, the region on the border with Valais is a ...
The hike starts with a comfortable gondola ride from Gsteig. Those who prefer to walk are on the uphill path for 2-3 hours. Once at the top, the day's goal is already in sight: the Sanetsch reservoir. The mostly flat circular route leads through diverse fauna. At 2252 meters above sea level, lush meadows alternate with rocky slopes. Good surefootedness is required in some places. The cold mountain lake provides cooling on a warm hiking day – in the form of a short swim or a refreshing foot bath. After the circular hike, a stop at the Auberge du Sanetsch is not to be missed. The small restaurant pampers its guests with local specialties.
The post bus also allows crossing the pass into Valais.
The gondola is in operation daily from mid-June to the end of October.
[Operating data](https://bergbahnen-gstaad.ch/sommer/informationen/live-info)
Transport
The Gstaad holiday region is located in the southwest of Switzerland right on the border to the French-speaking part of the country. The region is conveniently accessible by train or car from the Thun lake region, the Lake Geneva region and the Gruyère region. Direct connections to the European high-speed rail network and to all international airports in Switzerland guarantee a time-saving and pleasant arrival. The main means of transport in the Gstaad region are the "MOB" railway (Montreux-Oberland Bernois) and numerous post bus lines.
On the Arrival and Public Transport page on gstaad.ch you will find detailed arrival information.