Schynige Platte to First
A popular hiking adventure through spectacular alpine scenery with the most breathtaking views
Schynige Platte - Faulhorn - First
Details
Difficulty: advanced
Route: 16.2 km
Duration: 6 hours
Ascent: 825 meters
Descent: 639 meters
Highest point: 2,680 meters
Lowest point: 1,910 meters
Difficulty range: difficult
The hike from Schynige Platte to First is a captivating journey through breathtaking Alpine landscapes, offering stunning views of lakes, peaks, and picturesque scenery. Along the way, you'll encounter charming alpine huts, diverse flora, and serene mountain meadows. For those seeking an additional challenge, there is the option to summit Faulhorn, which rewards climbers with a panoramic vista of the surrounding mountains. The trail then descends to the beautiful Bachalpsee and eventually leads to the Grindelwald-First gondola station. This unforgettable adventure offers flexibility for hikers of all levels to enjoy the beauty of the region.
Required Equipment: Hiking shoes with grippy soles
Also shorter hiking option available
