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Gsteig - Walliser Wispile (1982 m above sea level)

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The extension of the Wispile towards Valais, which rises between the Lauenen and Gsteig valleys, is always worth a ski route. Especially in mid-winter, when lots of new snow has fallen, a winter storm rages on the surrounding high alpine peaks, or the avalanche danger does not allow larger ski routes, the Walliser Wispile forms an ideal destination.

  • Difficulty moderate
  • Duration 2:20 h
  • Distance 6,0 km
  • 802 m
  • 2 m
Tags
  • Summit route
  • Scenic

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Update: 18.10.2025

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The route starts in Gsteig and first follows the "Innere Saaligrabe" and then the "Ussere Saaligrabe" towards "Chrine". The route leads uphill through idyllic winter landscapes and through the fir forest. After the Chrine pass, it continues below the west side of the ridge back onto the "Hinderi Wispile". From here, the ascent continues southwards to the flat summit of the Walliser Wispile.

The ascent is rewarded with a magnificent panorama of the surrounding mountain landscape and the charming little village of Gsteig lying deep in the valley below. Particularly impressive is the imposing pyramid of the Spitzhorn, which towers directly in front of the tour participants.

After a short (or even a bit longer) break, a beautiful descent back to the valley awaits as a reward. This either follows the ascent track, or for those wishing a different route, goes via "Vorderi Wispile" and "Längmatte" back to Gsteig. Alternatively, the descent leads down the other side to Lauenen.

The ski route can also be started from Lauenen. Here is the route Lauenen – Walliser Wispile. https://www.gstaad.ch/planen-buchen/tour/detail/lauenen-walliser-wispile-1982-m-ue-m

  • Approach

    The holiday region Gstaad is located in the southwest of Switzerland right on the border to the French-speaking part of the country. The region is easily accessible by train or car from the Thun lake region, the Lake Geneva area, and the Gruyère region. Direct connections to the European high-speed rail network and all international airports of Switzerland guarantee a time-saving and comfortable arrival. The main means of transport in the Gstaad holiday region are the "MOB" train (Montreux-Oberland Bernois) and numerous PostBus lines.

    Gsteig can be reached from Gstaad by PostBus.

    On the page Arrival and public transport on gstaad.ch you will find detailed arrival information.

  • Gsteig near Gstaad, post office

  • Parking lot Gsteig village

    Alternative: valley station Sanetsch

  • Gsteig – Chrine – Hinderi Wispile – Walliser Wispile
    • For route selection as well as assessment of own experience, performance, and alpine hazards on tours in ascent and descent in alpine areas, everyone is responsible for themselves.
    • Plan every mountain tour carefully and adapt it to your own condition as well as the weather and season.
    • The weather can change quickly in the mountains. Therefore, bring appropriate clothing and enough provisions and water. Turn back in time if the weather is uncertain.
    • Inform third parties about the tour and if possible, never go alone.
    • Walking on ski slopes is forbidden.
    • Be considerate of other hikers as well as plants and animals.
    • Observe the warning signs that draw attention to the constant danger in the riverbed and on the banks of watercourses below dams and water intakes.

  • Our recommendation

    • Ski tour equipment: touring ski boots, touring skis with touring bindings, ski poles, skins
    • Avalanche transceiver (LVS)
    • Backpack, shovel, probe
    • Warm, weatherproof clothing
    • Warm gloves and hat
    • Sunglasses and sun protection
    • Warm drinks
    • Snacks (energy-rich food such as chocolate, dried fruit)

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Maximum altitude 1982 M
Minimum altitude 1183 M