[CH] Snowshoeing: S8 Rüwlispass Trail: St. Stephan - Rüwlispass - Turbach | 1721m

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This is a copy of " S8 Rüwlispass Trail: St. Stephan - Rüwlispass - Turbach " from gstaad.ch or outdooractive (identical).

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Unmarked snowshoe route from St. Stephan via the Rüwlispass to Turbach.

The unmarked snowshoe trail starts at St. Stephan station. The first part runs west along the cleared road via Fangli and Dürr to Eggetli. Shortly afterwards, there is a section over open land before continuing on the uncleared road via Vorderi Bire and Underem Mulcheweg further to Pflanzhüttebode. Shortly afterwards, you reach the highest point of the trail, the Rüwlispass. Here you can lean back, relax, and enjoy the beautiful panoramic view. Then it continues over the lower Zwitzeregg. In this area, the trail mostly follows the summer hiking path down to Turbach.

Of course, it is also possible to start in Turbach (Rotengraben) and hike up to the Rüwlispass from that side. Afterwards, you can comfortably walk down to St. Stephan.

Author’s recommendation from Gstaad

Take into account the timetable of the Gstaad – St. Stephan train and the Gstaad Village – Turbach Rotengraben bus line.


Note: This is NOT a round tour! Might be difficult to get back to the car, if it's parked in St. Stephan.

By public transport:
    Train station near start point: St. Stephan (0.0 Km from start point)

    Bus stop at end point: Turbach, Rotengraben (0.0 Km from end point)

The bus will only go three times per day (!) to Rotengraben, at about 17:00. Otherwise head on to Turbach, Post. About 30 minutes more, according to maps.

Check out SBB timetable for eg. Rotengraben => Bern and Post => Bern.

In Turbach, Post (at the end) there's the Sunne Stübli.

Recommended equipment: snowshoes, sturdy and waterproof mountain boots, light to medium backpack, cold protection, sun protection, hiking poles, pocket first aid kit, snacks, tea in a thermos, mobile phone.

Not mandatory but recommended: avalanche transceiver (LVS).


Take into consideration the avalanche risk and snow situation!

Safety information

  • This snowshoe trail route is neither signposted nor specially prepared.
  • Each individual is responsible for route selection and assessing their own experience, ability, and alpine hazards when touring uphill and downhill in alpine terrain.
  • Carefully plan every snowshoe tour and adapt it to your own conditions, the weather, and the season.
  • The weather can change quickly in the mountains. Therefore, take appropriate clothing and enough provisions and water. Turn back in time if weather is uncertain.
  • Inform others about the tour and, if possible, never go alone.
  • Be considerate of other hikers as well as plants and animals.


Technical Difficulty Very Easy
Gear Hiking Boots , Hiking Poles
Popularity 1

Route statistics

Highest point 1721m
Total gain 722m
Total loss 335m
Duration 03h13m
Distance 9.0Km
Rating 755

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